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Category: Dulles Airport Guide

First Hour After Landing at Dulles Airport (IAD): Baggage, Customs, Ground Transportation and Safety

First Hour After Landing at Dulles Airport (IAD): Baggage, Customs, Ground Transportation and Safety

The first 60 minutes after landing at Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) set the tone for the entire trip. This guide walks through that first hour step by step, from aircraft door to baggage claim, customs and the arrivals curb, with a special focus on safe and comfortable ground transportation options including premium shuttle and VIP car services such as MOVL.

Dec 8, 2025
When Should You Arrive at Dulles Airport (IAD)? A Complete Timing Guide for Smooth Departures

When Should You Arrive at Dulles Airport (IAD)? A Complete Timing Guide for Smooth Departures

A practical timing guide for Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) covering ticket planning, online check-in, security, ground transportation and exactly how many hours before your flight you should be at the airport.

Dec 7, 2025
Smoking and Vaping at Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD): The Post-2023 Reality

Smoking and Vaping at Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD): The Post-2023 Reality

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) is now a fully smoke-free indoor environment. This guide explains how the 2023 policy change ended indoor smoking lounges, where smoking is still allowed outside the terminal, how vaping is treated under airport and airline rules, and how all of this fits into a modern travel experience between IAD, Washington DC, and Northern Virginia.

Nov 26, 2025
Family Guide to Dulles Airport (IAD): Stress-Free Travel With Kids

Family Guide to Dulles Airport (IAD): Stress-Free Travel With Kids

Traveling through Washington Dulles International Airport with children does not have to be stressful. This in-depth family guide walks you through every step of the journey—from check-in and security to play areas, nursing rooms, meals, and ground transportation—so you can enjoy a smoother experience with your little ones.

Nov 24, 2025
Dulles to the World: Where You Can Fly Nonstop from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

Dulles to the World: Where You Can Fly Nonstop from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) connects the capital region to more than 100 destinations across the United States and around the globe. From daily flights to major hubs in Europe and the Middle East to long-haul routes in Africa and Asia, this guide walks through the key regions you can reach nonstop from IAD and how private airport transportation can make the journey smoother from the moment you land.

Nov 22, 2025
Dulles Airport (IAD) Security & Immigration Guide: TSA, Customs, Mobile Passport, and Global Entry

Dulles Airport (IAD) Security & Immigration Guide: TSA, Customs, Mobile Passport, and Global Entry

A step-by-step guide to getting through security, passport control, and customs at Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) with less stress, including how TSA, Mobile Passport Control, and Global Entry work at this important Washington DC hub.

Nov 19, 2025