Flying in
Airports near CareFirst Arena
The closest airport to CareFirst Arena is Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), 2.4 miles away in a straight line. Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) is 26 miles.
Airports compared
Straight-line distance from CareFirst Arena. The drive is always longer, and the roads near a venue are busiest at event times.
| Airport | Type | From the venue | Metro search | First airport for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DCA Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport | Large airport | 2.4 mi (3.9 km) | WAS | Most Washington events |
| IAD Washington Dulles International Airport | Large airport | 26 mi (41.5 km) | WAS | 27 venues we list |
| BWI Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport | Large airport | 29 mi (46.1 km) | WAS | Most Baltimore events |
Next events at CareFirst Arena
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Search flights for (the day before to the day after):
- Nov 14: Capital City Go-Go vs. Raptors 905
- Nov 16: Capital City Go-Go vs. Raptors 905
- Nov 24: Capital City Go-Go vs. Long Island Nets
- Dec 3: Capital City Go-Go vs. Long Island Nets
- Dec 4: Chris Paul HBCU Classic - Session 1
- Dec 5: Chris Paul HBCU Classic - Session 3
When events at CareFirst Arena happen
- 7 of 29 upcoming events (as of Oct 7, 2026) are on Fridays; 14 fall on a Friday, Saturday or Sunday.
- 17 of 28 with a set start time begin at 7 pm or later, local time.
Home teams
- Washington Mystics (WNBA) play here; see every WNBA arena’s nearest airport.
- Of the 13 WNBA arenas we list, CareFirst Arena is the 3rd closest to its first airport (2.4 mi; league median 8.2 mi).
Teams visiting CareFirst Arena
Teams that play here on upcoming dates we sell tickets for, and whose own home is another venue.
- Maine Celtics, next here Sun, Jan 17
- Westchester Knicks, next here Sat, Jan 30
Where to stay
Frequently asked questions
Can I book flights and CareFirst Arena tickets together?
No. Event tickets and flights are separate bookings with separate confirmations, so neither changes automatically if the other does.
How does CareFirst Arena compare with other WNBA arenas?
Of the 13 WNBA arenas we list, CareFirst Arena is the 3rd closest to its first airport (2.4 miles; the league median is 8.2 miles).
Which airport should I fly into for a Washington Mystics game?
DCA is the nearest airport we list, 2.4 miles away; IAD is 26 miles. Fares differ by date, so compare both when you search.
What time do events at CareFirst Arena usually start?
17 of the 28 upcoming events with a set start time begin at 7 pm or later, local time.
How far is IAD from CareFirst Arena?
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) is 26 miles (41.5 km) from CareFirst Arena in a straight line, against 2.4 miles for DCA.
What is the closest airport to CareFirst Arena?
The closest airport to CareFirst Arena is Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), 2.4 miles away in a straight line.
