Take A Dulles Reagan Shuttle For An Easy Transfer

If you're flying into or from the United States via the nation's capital, it's possible that your connecting light will depart from a different airport than the one you've arrived at. It's easy enough to make the transfer between the two airports by taxi. For a more economical yet stress-free transfer, however, you may want to consider a Dulles Reagan shuttle.

Washington Dulles International Airport lies in Virginia and is about 26 miles from Washington DC. It's the largest airport servicing the American capital. It is also one of the busiest airports in the United States, with an average of between 1,000 and 1,200 flights daily, many of them to and from international destinations.

Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport is much smaller. Most flights that come through here are domestic although there are also flights to and from a very small number of international destinations, like Toronto and Bermuda. The airport is across the Potomac River from DC.

About 30 miles separate the two airports. It takes about 30 minutes to get from one to the other. During peak hour, however, this journey can be a lot longer because of traffic. When you book your flights, be sure to take this into account and leave enough time for the trip as well as for possible lines at airport security. It's best to leave at least 3 hours between flights.

If you're at Dulles airport and you have time to kill, you may want to wander out of the terminal building and explore the surrounding area. There isn't a great variety of attractions here but at least you won't have to sit in an airport lounge, staring at the wall. An interesting place to visit is the National Air and Space Museum. You could also go for some peace at Frying Pan Park, where you can see first-hand how a farm operated in this area in the 1930s. There is a golf course near the airport as well.

Coming into the USA, your connecting flight may be leaving from Reagan. If ever you wanted some time on your hands at an airport, this is the one to be at. It's only 12 minutes to the White House. From there, start traveling back via the National Mall. Here you'll see some of DC's most famous landmarks, among them the Lincoln Memorial. Pay homage to the armed forces at war memorials like the Korean War Veterans Memorial, probably the most poignant tribute to those who fought in The Forgotten War. Cross the Potomac and visit Arlington National Cemetery, the final resting place of people like John F Kennedy.

It's very easy to reach the area's attractions from the airport. A taxi or rented bike can get you to your destination in minutes. Alternatively, take the train. There is a station at the terminal building and one at Arlington National Cemetery. The nearest station to the National Mall is only a short walk away from that part's many famous attractions.

Several companies offer Dulles Reagan shuttle services. Simply look online if you want to pre-book your trip. Alternatively, wait until you land and then arrange your transportation to your connecting flight.