More than 53.9 million passengers traveled through Reagan National and Dulles International airports in 2025, breaking the previous year’s record for the two-airport system, the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority announced Tuesday. Significant growth in travelers at Dulles was enough to offset a slight decline in Reagan National passengers compared with its record-setting year in 2024.

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Tips for traveling through the airports from Thanksgiving through New Year's Day.

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Thanksgiving travelers coming to Ronald Reagan Washington National and Washington Dulles International Airports will see some new security-related requirements. The Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority is offering travel advice to area travelers.

Nearly 1.4 million passengers will be traveling through Ronald Reagan Washington National and Washington Dulles International Airports for the holiday season and knowing what to expect at the airport can help make for a smooth experience. The busiest days for travel will be December 20th-23rd for departure with the return trips spread out over several days with peak periods just before and just after the New Year. The Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority is offering travel advice to area travelers. Before you go to the security checkpoint

The Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority is expecting a busy summer season to start with spring travel in April. The Airports Authority is offering advice to area travelers coming to Ronald Reagan Washington National and Washington Dulles International Airports.

Thanksgiving Travel Expected To Be Heavy  

New parking spaces, a new underground airport train system, new airlines and new security procedures are in place at Washington’s airports since last year’s Thanksgiving holiday. The Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority offers these tips to help our passengers prepare for some of the busiest travel days of the year.

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Travelers will find New Security Screening Lanes, Electric Vehicle Charging Stations and Enhanced Parking Features

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