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Ronald Reagan Washington Natl

Ronald Reagan Washington Natl (KDCA/DCA) serves Washington, United States. This is a major international airport with 3 runways (01/19, 04/22). Field elevation is 15 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Runways 4/4
Frequencies 3/4
Operations 0/2
Fuel 1/1
Contacts 1/2
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Basic Airport Information

  • ICAO: KDCA
  • Name: Ronald Reagan Washington Natl
  • Type: large_airport
  • Category: International
  • Latitude: 38.8521
  • Longitude: -77.037697
  • Elevation: 15 ft
  • Country: United States
  • Municipality: Washington
  • IATA Code: DCA
  • FAA Code: N/A
  • FIR: N/A
  • Timezone: America/New_York
  • Distance from City: 4.8 km
  • VFR: Yes
  • IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 01/19

  • Designation: 01/19
  • Dimensions: 6869 X 150
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: YES
  • NAVAIDs: NDB, VOR-DME
  • Approach Types: ILS CAT I, RNAV (GPS), LOC/DME, RNAV (RNP)
  • Remarks: N/A

Runway 04/22

  • Designation: 04/22
  • Dimensions: 4911 X 150
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: YES
  • NAVAIDs: NDB, VOR-DME
  • Approach Types: ILS CAT I, RNAV (GPS), LDA
  • Remarks: N/A

Runway 15/33

  • Designation: 15/33
  • Dimensions: 5204 X 150
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: YES
  • NAVAIDs: NDB, VOR-DME
  • Approach Types: RNAV (GPS)
  • Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

  • Tower: 119.100 MHz
  • Ground: 121.700 MHz
  • Operations: N/A
  • Traffic/Approach: N/A
  • ATIS: 132.650 MHz

Operation Hours

  • Open: N/A
  • Close: N/A
  • Extra Hours On Request: No
  • Remarks: N/A

Contacts

  • AIS Tel: N/A
  • ARO Tel: N/A
  • MET Tel: N/A
  • Admin Tel: N/A
  • Health Tel: N/A
  • Police Tel: N/A
  • Authorities Tel: N/A
  • Website: http://www.flyreagan.com/dca/reagan-national-airport
  • Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

  • Slot Required: No
  • PPR Required: No
  • PPR Contact: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Fees

  • Landing Fee: $2.83 per 1,000 lbs MTOW
  • Parking Fee: $0.86 per 1,000 lbs MTOW per hour
  • Handling Mandatory: Yes
  • Currency: USD
  • Remarks: FBO services by Signature Flight Support and Atlantic Aviation. Volume discounts may be available. International facility fees additional where applicable.

Fuel Information

  • Fuel Type: Jet A-1
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-02-18
  • Remarks: Available from Sheltair and Signature Flight Support. Contract fuel accepted. Prices subject to market conditions.

Immigration

  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • GENDEC Required: Yes
  • GAR Required: No
  • Remarks: eAPIS required for all international arrivals/departures. CBP user fee facility with FIS available.

Restrictions

  • Curfew Start: N/A
  • Curfew End: N/A
  • Noise Chapter Min: Chapter 3
  • Remarks: Voluntary noise abatement procedures between 2200-0700 local. Stage 2 aircraft prohibited. Chapter 3 minimum required.

Alternates

KADW

  • ICAO: KADW
  • Name: Joint Base Andrews
  • Distance (NM): 8.4
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: No
  • Immigration Remarks: Military installation. Civilian international operations require special authorization.

KIAD

  • ICAO: KIAD
  • Name: Washington Dulles Intl
  • Distance (NM): 20.3
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: eAPIS required. Full FIS at main terminal. CBP for GA available. Preclearance not available.

KBWI

  • ICAO: KBWI
  • Name: Baltimore/Washington Intl Thurgood Marshall
  • Distance (NM): 26.0
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: eAPIS required for all international arrivals/departures. CBP user fee facility with FIS available.

KDOV

  • ICAO: KDOV
  • Name: Dover AFB
  • Distance (NM): 75.2
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: No
  • Immigration Remarks: Military installation. Civilian international operations require special authorization.

KMDT

  • ICAO: KMDT
  • Name: Harrisburg Intl
  • Distance (NM): 81.5
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: eAPIS required for all international arrivals/departures. CBP user fee facility with FIS available.

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United States Permit Requirements

Fast Landing: 1d
  • Overflight Permit: No
  • Landing Permit: Conditional
  • Overflight Lead Time: N/A
  • Landing Lead Time: 60 minutes minimum (eAPIS manifest before departure); recommend 24-48 hours for CBP port notification
Private / GA Operations:

No permits required for private non-revenue flights. eAPIS manifest mandatory for all international arrivals/departures.

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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the tower frequency at KDCA?
The tower frequency at Ronald Reagan Washington Natl is 119.1 MHz.
What fuel is available at KDCA?
Ronald Reagan Washington Natl offers Jet A-1.
Does KDCA require landing permits?
Yes, landing permits are required for Ronald Reagan Washington Natl (United States).