How Many Terminals Does DCA Have? Complete Terminal Guide

Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) has 3 terminal areas. Each terminal has its own airlines, gates, TSA checkpoints, restaurants, and shops. Here's a complete breakdown of every terminal at DCA.

All Terminals at DCA

Terminal A

• Airlines: JetBlue, Frontier Airlines, Spirit Airlines
• Gates: Gates 1–9
• TSA Checkpoint: Terminal A Checkpoint
• Baggage Claim: Terminal A Lower Level
• Dining: Five Guys, Starbucks

Terminal B

• Airlines: American Airlines, Delta Air Lines
• Gates: B10–B37
• TSA Checkpoint: Terminal B Checkpoint — TSA PreCheck
• Baggage Claim: Terminal B Lower Level
• Dining: Good Stuff Eatery, Cosi

Terminal C (New)

• Airlines: American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Southwest Airlines, United Airlines
• Gates: C39–C59
• TSA Checkpoint: Terminal C Checkpoint — brand-new, TSA PreCheck and CLEAR
• Baggage Claim: Terminal C Lower Level
• Dining: Founding Farmers, District Doughnut

How to Find Your Terminal at DCA

The fastest way to find your terminal is to use our Terminal Finder tool — select DCA and your airline, and you'll instantly see your terminal, gates, and TSA checkpoint. You can also check your airline's app or boarding pass, or visit the official DCA website for terminal maps.

Getting Between Terminals

Large airports like DCA typically have people movers, shuttle buses, or underground trains connecting terminals. Check signage after security for inter-terminal connections. Always allow extra time if you need to change terminals during a connection. See our connecting flights guide for minimum connection times.

For the complete DCA terminal guide with maps, dining, parking, and more, see our full DCA airport guide.

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