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Where can I wait before a DCA pickup?
DCA’s closed Cell Phone Lot makes Parking 1 and Parking 2 the official short-wait alternatives. The terminal garages currently allow up to 60 minutes free, connect directly to the terminals, and begin charging at the regular rate once that grace period is exceeded.
DCA route identity
This page is for Ronald Reagan Washington National (DCA). Airport identity and coverage come from the published Arrival airport catalog.
What the reviewed guidance says
- Parking 1 serves Terminal 1 and Parking 2 connects to Terminal 2.
- The current garage grace period is up to 60 minutes.
- A stay beyond 60 minutes is charged under regular parking rules without a first-hour discount.
Mistakes to avoid
- Following an outdated map to the closed waiting lot.
- Choosing a garage without checking the passenger’s terminal.
- Assuming an over-60-minute stay keeps a discounted first hour.
DCA pickup questions
What replaced the DCA Cell Phone Lot?
The airport directs pickup drivers to Terminal Garages 1 and 2, which currently offer a 60-minute free grace period.
Which DCA garage should I choose?
Use Parking 1 for Terminal 1 airlines and Parking 2 for Terminal 2 airlines.
What happens at 61 minutes in a DCA garage?
The free grace period no longer applies and regular parking fees begin under the airport’s published rules.
Related DCA pickup guidance
DCA pickup timing
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DCA pickup zones
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