Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 13h 7m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport is a public airport in Arlington County, Virginia, United States, five miles from Washington, D.C. The closest airport to the nation's capital, it is one of two airports owned by the federal government and operated by the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority (MWAA) that serve the Washington metropolitan area; the other is Dulles International Airport (IAD), located about 25 miles to the west in Fairfax and Loudoun counties.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
KDCANOTAMs
KDCAReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (3)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 / 19 | 7,169 ft / 2,185 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 15 / 33 | 5,204 ft / 1,586 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 04 / 22 | 5,000 ft / 1,524 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (12)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | — | 119.850 MHz |
| APP | — | 124.200 MHz |
| CLRD | — | 128.250 MHz |
| DEP | — | 125.650 MHz |
| DEP | — | 118.950 MHz |
| GND | Washington Ground | 121.700 MHz |
| GND | — | 257.600 MHz |
| TWR | Washington Tower ;Helicopters | 257.600 MHz |
| TWR | — | 134.350 MHz |
| TWR | Washington Tower | 119.100 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.950 MHz |
| WXAS | WX ASOS: (703-418-1177) | 132.650 MHz |
Services & operations
The airport offers various services including parking options and free WiFi.
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Navaids(3)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (4)
Departure procedures (SIDs) (4)
Arrivals (STARs) (4)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Runway hot spots (1)
Showing 16 of 48 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(6)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WASHINGTON-TRI AREA CLASS B AREA A | Class B | Controlled | GND | 10000 ft MSL |
| WASHINGTON-TRI AREA CLASS B AREA B | Class B | Controlled | 1500 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| WASHINGTON-TRI AREA CLASS B AREA C | Class B | Controlled | 2500 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| WASHINGTON-TRI AREA CLASS B AREA D | Class B | Controlled | 3500 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| WASHINGTON DC SFRA ADIZ | Special use | Restricted | GND | 17999 ft MSL |
| WASHINGTON DC SFRA FRZ | Special use | Restricted | GND | 17999 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: S (from about 180°), on 22% of observations, averaging 7 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 85% | -1,561 ft | |
| Feb | 79% | -1,413 ft | |
| Mar | 83% | -811 ft | |
| Apr | 86% | -113 ft | |
| May | 79% | 423 ft | |
| Jun | 87% | 1,066 ft | |
| Jul | 90% | 1,322 ft | |
| Aug | 89% | 1,169 ft | |
| Sep | 79% | 741 ft | |
| Oct | 82% | 81 ft | |
| Nov | 91% | -786 ft | |
| Dec | 80% | -1,268 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-1,561–1,322 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| WTTG (Washington) | 705 ft | 328 ft | — |
| WRC-TV (Washington) | 663 ft | 390 ft | — |
| Washington Monument | 554 ft | 26 ft | — |
| WMAL-FM Woodbridge | 495 ft | 358 ft | — |
| 143 | 469 ft | 105 ft | — |
| Capital One Tower | 459 ft | 338 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 410 ft | 46 ft | — |
| CEB Tower At Central Place | 390 ft | 128 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport?
The ICAO code for Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport is KDCA, and its IATA code is DCA.
Where is Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport located?
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport is large airport located in Washington, United States, at an elevation of 15 ft (5 m).
How many runways does Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport have?
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport has 3 runways, the longest being 7,169 ft / 2,185 m.
Which airlines fly to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport?
Airlines historically serving Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport include AeroMéxico, Air Canada, Air France, AirTran Airways, Alaska Airlines, Alitalia, among 16 carriers (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport?
Historical data lists 90 nonstop destinations from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport in?
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport is approximately 10.7° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport?
The nearest airport to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport is Potomac Airfield (VKX), about 7.3 nm to the sse, followed by Joint Base Andrews and College Park Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.