Washington Dulles International Airport
KIAD, Dulles, VA
- Longest runway
- 01C/19C (11,500 ft)
- Customs
- Yes
About 26 miles to downtown Washington, DC
Dulles airport guide
Private Jet Charter to Washington
Private flights into Washington, DC mostly use Dulles or Manassas, because Reagan National requires special security clearance for private aircraft.
- Main airport
- IAD / KIAD
- Elevation
- 312 ft
- Longest runway
- 01C/19C (11,500 ft)
- Customs
- On field
Flying Private to Washington
Dulles has several private terminals and customs. Manassas Regional is quieter, about 30 miles west of downtown. Reagan National is closest to the city, but private flights need TSA approval and an armed security officer on board.
The airspace around Washington is restricted, and every flight follows special procedures; operators handle this as part of the trip.
Washington Airports for Private Jets
Which airport is best depends on where you are going on the ground, the time of day and the aircraft.
Washington Manassas Harry P. Davis Field
KHEF, Manassas, VA
- Longest runway
- 16L/34R (6,200 ft)
About 30 miles to downtown Washington, DC
Manassas airport guideRonald Reagan Washington National Airport
KDCA, Washington, DC
- Longest runway
- 01/19 (7,169 ft)
About 4 miles to downtown Washington, DC
Reagan National airport guideBaltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport
KBWI, Baltimore, MD
- Longest runway
- 10/28 (10,503 ft)
- Customs
- Yes
About 10 miles to downtown Baltimore and 32 miles to Washington, DC
BWI Marshall airport guideBefore You Book Washington
The local rules and conditions that affect your aircraft, schedule and price.
Reagan National
Flying into DCA privately is possible but takes extra lead time and cost; tell us early if you need it.
Restricted Airspace
Special flight rules apply within about 30 miles of the city. Occasional temporary restrictions can affect schedules.
When Demand Peaks in Washington
Book early for these dates. Quieter periods offer the widest choice of aircraft.
- Late March to early April
- Cherry blossom season.
- January of inauguration years
- Ramps fill up; book as early as possible.
- When Congress is in session
- Steady weekday business demand.
Flight Times and Prices to Washington
Estimated one-way flight times and prices to IAD for aircraft that fly the trip nonstop. Prices exclude taxes, fees and repositioning. Estimate a different trip
| From | Distance | Light jet | Midsize jet | Heavy jet |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York (TEB) | 223 mi | 50 min$10,900–$15,900 | 50 min$16,600–$21,500 | 50 min$36,500–$56,000 |
| Los Angeles (VNY) | 2,281 mi | Needs fuel stop | 4 hr 45 min$26,000–$33,000 | 4 hr 30 min$41,000–$63,000 |
| Miami (OPF) | 916 mi | 2 hr 20 min$10,900–$15,900 | 2 hr 15 min$16,600–$21,500 | 2 hr 5 min$36,500–$56,000 |
| Dallas (DAL) | 1,161 mi | 2 hr 40 min$11,800–$17,100 | 2 hr 35 min$16,600–$21,500 | 2 hr 30 min$36,500–$56,000 |
| Chicago (MDW) | 577 mi | 1 hr 30 min$10,900–$15,900 | 1 hr 30 min$16,600–$21,500 | 1 hr 25 min$36,500–$56,000 |
| Houston (HOU) | 1,200 mi | 2 hr 50 min$12,200–$17,700 | 2 hr 40 min$16,600–$21,500 | 2 hr 35 min$36,500–$56,000 |
| San Francisco (SFO) | 2,413 mi | Needs fuel stop | Needs fuel stop | 4 hr 45 min$43,500–$66,500 |
| Las Vegas (LAS) | 2,061 mi | Needs fuel stop | 4 hr 20 min$24,000–$30,000 | 4 hr 5 min$37,500–$57,500 |
Route Guides
Private Jet Dallas to Washington DC
DALDallas
IADWashington DC
- Very light jet
- 3 hr
- Light jet
- 2 hr 40 min
- One way from
- $9,600
Private Jet Macon to Washington DC
MCNMacon
IADWashington DC
- Turboprop
- 2 hr
- Very light jet
- 1 hr 40 min
- One way from
- $9,000
Private Jet Naples to Washington DC
APFNaples
IADWashington DC
- Turboprop
- 3 hr 15 min
- Very light jet
- 2 hr 35 min
- One way from
- $9,300
Private Jet San Francisco to Washington DC
SFOSan Francisco
IADWashington DC
- Super-midsize jet
- 4 hr 45 min
- Heavy jet
- 4 hr 45 min
- One way from
- $33,000
Private Jet Washington DC to Miami
IADWashington DC
OPFMiami
- Turboprop
- 3 hr 25 min
- Very light jet
- 2 hr 40 min
- One way from
- $9,800
Private Jet Washington DC to Williamsport
IADWashington DC
IPTWilliamsport
- Turboprop
- 50 min
- Very light jet
- 45 min
- One way from
- $9,000
Best Aircraft for Washington
Light jets cover the Northeast and Southeast; super-midsize jets fly to the West Coast nonstop.
Washington Private Jet Questions
Can a private jet land at Reagan National?
Yes, but only with TSA approval under a special security program, including an armed security officer. Most private flyers use Dulles or Manassas.
How long is a private flight from Washington to Palm Beach?
About 2 hr 20 min in a light jet to the Palm Beach area.
