Detailed Instructions: Given a passage and a query based on the passage, generate an unambiguous, concise and simple answer to the query from information in the passage. Note that the answer may not be present in exact form.
Problem:Add another 30 to 60 minutes for an international departure leaving at a peak time. It's better to arrive at the gate early and catch up on your reading, than to arrive on time and miss your flight (most carriers secure the plane doors five minutes before departure time!). Airport Information Confirm from the list below when you need to arrive at the airport and learn more about the products and services available there. All suggested airport arrival times are approximate, and can fluctuate based on weather, holidays, and busy travel periods. Dulles recommends arriving at the airport 2 1/2 to 3 hours before departure time for an international flight. I tend to leave myself 2 1/2 hours if my airline has allowed me to check in on-line, because then I only have to queue in the shorter, faster line to check my luggage and get my passport vetted. Cathay Pacific Announces Nonstop Service from Dulles International to Hong Kong To Launch Flights with Airbus A350-1000 on September 16, 2018 Content replaced with JS Before you head to the airport though, check your flight time. Check your flight status at IAD to determine if there are any changes in your itinerary. Once you've confirmed your IAD flight status, many airlines recommend you arrive at the airport at least two hours early for domestic flights and three hours prior to international flights. Washington D.C. Airport Parking & Transportation Information At the departure airport. When you arrive at the departure airport, you can check in for your flight in the following ways: Visit a self-service kiosk, where you can print your boarding pass and check baggage. See a United representative at the United check-in counter. Dulles can be a little confusing. Especially if you have to park your car, you want to give yourself extra time for that. My theory is always better to be safe than sorry. You don't want to miss your flight. If you get there early, then get something to eat, find your gate, and bring along a good book or magazine to help pass the time. For international flights, we encourage you to be at the gate no later than 30 minutes before your scheduled departure. If you are departing from the following airports, please be advised that you are required to be at the gate at a specific time before departure, as additional security or documentation checks may be required: All air travelers must arrive at the airport well in advance of their international flights. They'll need time to check baggage and might need to check in for the flight. In addition, all passengers must pass through the Transportation Security Administration screening checkpoint before receiving access to the airport's secure boarding area. When you arrive at the departure airport, you can check in for your flight in the following ways: Visit a self-service kiosk, where you can print your boarding pass and check baggage See a United representative at the United check-in counter Query: how early should i arrive for an international flight at iad
Solution:
You should arrive three hours prior to international flights at IAD.