Dulles Airport (IAD) Car Service
Private chauffeurs for Washington Dulles arrivals and departures, from the terminal to your door in Tysons, Reston, Loudoun or downtown DC.
Washington's international gateway, without the wait for a ride
Washington Dulles International Airport lies about 26 miles west of downtown DC, where Fairfax and Loudoun counties meet. It is the region's main gateway for long-haul and international flights, and it is where a pre-booked chauffeur makes the biggest difference: after a long flight and a passport line, the last thing you want is a taxi queue or an unpredictable rideshare wait.
Your Capital Executive chauffeur meets you at the Main Terminal, where every passenger arrives, whether you land at the A, B, C or D gates. Choose meet & greet and we wait with a name sign as you come out of baggage claim, help with your luggage and walk you to the car. For international arrivals we plan the meeting time around passport control and baggage, not just touchdown.
For departures we pick you up anywhere in Northern Virginia, DC or Maryland and plan the drive around Beltway and Dulles corridor traffic, so you arrive at the Departures level relaxed.
Dulles at a glance
- Airport code
- IAD
- Location
- Dulles, Virginia
- Terminal
- Main Terminal, AeroTrain to the gates
- To downtown DC
- About 26 miles
- Curbside pickup
- Arrivals level, Doors 1–7
- Meet & greet
- Available, $40
How far is Dulles from where you're going?
Dulles is closest to the Northern Virginia business corridor. Downtown Washington takes a little longer.
| Destination | Distance | Typical drive |
|---|---|---|
| Reston & Herndon | 6–8 mi | 10–15 min |
| Ashburn & One Loudoun | About 7 mi | About 15 min |
| Leesburg, VA | About 14 mi | 20–25 min |
| Tysons, VA | About 15 mi | 20–25 min |
| Fairfax, VA | About 15 mi | 20–25 min |
| McLean, VA | About 18 mi | About 25 min |
| Arlington & Rosslyn | About 25 mi | 30–40 min |
| Downtown Washington, DC | 26–28 mi | 40–50 min |
| Bethesda, MD | About 27 mi | 35–45 min |
Typical off-peak drive times via the Dulles Access Road. Weekday rush hour toward DC can add 20 to 30 minutes, and we plan your pickup accordingly.
How pickup works at Dulles
Book with your flight number
Domestic or international, add your flight when you book and choose the vehicle that fits your group and luggage.
We plan around your arrival
Your chauffeur follows your flight and, on international arrivals, allows time for passport control and baggage claim.
Meet at the Main Terminal
With meet & greet, your chauffeur waits with a name sign as you leave baggage claim. Otherwise, meet at an agreed numbered door on the Arrivals level.
Settle in for the drive
Your chauffeur handles the route while you rest, call ahead or catch up on email.
Choose your experience
Late-model black vehicles, spotless inside and out.
Executive Sedan
Cadillac CT5 or similarBusiness SUV
Cadillac Escalade or similarFirst Class
Mercedes-Benz S-Class or similarBusiness Van
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, high roofMade for long flights and busy schedules
- Experienced with long-haul and international arrivals
- Pickup times planned around customs and baggage, not just landing
- The ideal ride for Tysons, Reston and Loudoun County business travel
- Sprinter vans for delegations, corporate groups and families with luggage
- Private aviation pickups at Dulles FBOs on request
Popular Dulles routes
Dulles (IAD) questions
How far is Dulles Airport from Washington, DC?
About 26 miles. Outside rush hour the drive to downtown usually takes 40 to 50 minutes. Tysons and Reston are much closer, at roughly 15 to 25 minutes.
Where do I meet my driver at Dulles?
Every passenger exits through the Main Terminal. With meet & greet your chauffeur waits with a name sign as you come out of baggage claim. For curbside pickups we agree on a numbered door, 1 to 7, on the Arrivals level, and your chauffeur pulls up when you are outside, since waiting at the curb is not allowed.
I'm arriving on an international flight. What pickup time should I choose?
Enter your scheduled landing time and flight number. We plan the meeting time around passport control and baggage claim, so you are not rushing and your chauffeur is ready when you are.
Should I fly into Dulles or Reagan National?
Dulles is usually the better choice for international and long-haul flights and for destinations in Tysons, Reston, Herndon and Loudoun County. Reagan National is closer to downtown DC, Capitol Hill and Arlington.
Can you take a group from Dulles?
Yes. The Business SUV seats up to 6 passengers with 6 bags, and the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Business Van carries up to 13 passengers and 13 bags.
How much is a car service from Dulles to DC?
Enter your destination at the top of this page for an instant, fixed price on each vehicle. The price includes an 18% gratuity, and meet & greet is an optional $40.
Do you pick up at private jet terminals at Dulles?
Yes. We also serve private aviation terminals (FBOs) at Dulles. Add the FBO and tail number in your booking notes, or call us at (301) 676-0816.
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