— Airport Guide
Flying Through Washington National Airport With Your Pet
Everything you need to know about pet relief areas, terminal maps, TSA screening, and pet travel tips at Reagan Washington National Airport.
Washington National Airport at a Glance
✈ Airport Code
DCA
👥Annual Passengers
25M+
🐾Pet Relief Areas
4 Outside Terminal, 4 Inside Terminal
🕐Open 24 Hours
Yes
🌐Official Airport Site
🗺️Terminal Maps
Flying With Your Pet Through Washington National - Quick Tips
- Arrive 30 minutes earlier than usual
- Visit a relief area before security. .
- Keep vaccination records handy
- Bring extra waste bags
- Confirm airline pet policies before travel
Navigating Security With Your Pet
At DCA, pets must be removed from carriers before TSA screening. Carry your pet through the metal detector while the carrier goes through the X-ray machine. Leashes and harnesses should remain secured whenever possible.
Pet Relief Areas
The Atlanta airport has three exterior and seven interior pet relief areas.
Outdoor Relief Areas
- Adjacent to the North Metrorail Station Entrance.
- Adjacent to the South Metrorail Station Entrance.
- North end of the Gates A1-A9 terminal roadway curb.
- South end of the Gates A1-A9 terminal roadway curb.
Indoor Relief Areas
- Terminal 2, near Gates E46-E59.
- Terminal 1, near Gates A1-A9.
- Terminal 2 at the north end of National Hall.
- Terminal 2 at the south end of National Hall.
Features
✓ Open 24 Hours
✓ ADA Accessible
✓ Waste Bags Provided
Official Washington National Airport Resources
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