Terminal 1
Gates 1 to 9, serving Air Canada, Frontier and Southwest. Parking 1 is the closest garage, connected by an underground walkway with moving sidewalks, escalators and elevators. The walk takes about five to seven minutes.
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) terminal guide
Washington, Virginia KDCA #28 US airport by passengers
How DCA is laid out and how to move between buildings.
Terminals at DCA
Terminal 2
Concourses B to E, serving American, Alaska, Delta, JetBlue and United. Parking 2 connects by two covered walkways to Terminal 2, and the Metro station is on the concourse level.
Moving between terminals
Concourses B to E in Terminal 2 connect airside through National Hall. Terminal 1 requires a fresh security screening if you connect between it and Terminal 2, so allow time for the walk and the screening.
Reviewed October 8, 2026. Confirm details on the official airport website. Spotted a change?
Frequently asked questions
Which terminal is my airline in at DCA?
Terminal 1 serves Air Canada, Frontier and Southwest. Terminal 2 serves American, Alaska, Delta, JetBlue and United. Check your booking to confirm the terminal.
Which lounges are in Terminal 2?
Terminal 2 has three American Admirals Clubs, a Delta Sky Club, a United Club, the Centurion Lounge and Capital One Landing. Terminal 1 has a USO lounge pre-security.
Can I walk from Terminal 1 to Terminal 2?
Not airside. Terminal 1 requires a fresh security screening if you connect to Terminal 2, so plan extra time for the walk and the screening.