Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority

Record-Breaking Summer Travel Expected at Washington DC Airports

The Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority is preparing for a potentially record-breaking summer travel season at Dulles and Reagan National airports. With an expected 5 percent increase in passengers at Dulles and 1 to 3 percent at Reagan National, efforts are being made to enhance the experience for international travelers, including the introduction of technology-based security and passport-processing enhancements. With over 190 destinations worldwide and global travel demand rising, a surge in passenger numbers is anticipated. Travelers can expedite their return and reduce Customs wait times by utilizing the Mobile Passport Control app and considering enrolling in Global Entry services.