# ADW — Joint Base Andrews

> Machine-readable reference for ADW. Single-airport scope. Re-fetch when content_generated_at changes.

Canonical: https://airport.flights/airport/adw
HTML page: https://airport.flights/airport/adw
Markdown alt: https://airport.flights/airport/adw.md
JSON: https://airport.flights/api/airport/ADW.json (includes live arrivals + weather)
Sitemap: https://airport.flights/sitemap-airports.xml
Last refreshed: 2026-06-03T00:37:10+00:00

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## Identity

- Name: Joint Base Andrews
- IATA: ADW
- ICAO: KADW
- City: Camp Springs
- Country: US (US)
- Timezone: America/New_York
- Distance from city: about 10 miles southeast of Washington, D.C.
- Runways: 2
- Terminals: 1
- Annual passengers: /
- Official website: https://www.amc.af.mil/AMC-Travel-Site/Terminals/CONUS-Terminals/Joint-Base-Andrews-Passenger-Terminal/

## Overview

Welcome Joint Base Andrews is not your typical airport; it functions primarily as a military gateway restricted to service members, government officials, and other privileged passengers. While amenities akin to civilian airports do exist, they are dispersed around the base, and access depends on your clearance level. Your experience here is less about convenience and more about the military operations, with facilities like the Club at Andrews or the USO Lounge available to those who qualify. At a glance Servicing a select group of passengers, Joint Base Andrews is located about 10 miles southeast of Washington, D.C. on I-495 Exit 9. It hosts two runways and a single Passenger Terminal. The base covers 4,320 acres and supports over 20,000 personnel, also home to the 89th Airlift Wing and Air Force One, leading to frequent last-minute security procedure changes. Terminals & layout The Passenger Terminal at Joint Base Andrews is modest compared to major airports, with few amenities directly located by the flightline. Facilities such as dining and retail options, like the Base Exchange, are primarily situated near administrative and housing areas away from the terminal. Getting to and…

## Terminals (1)

- **Joint Base Andrews Passenger Terminal**
    URL: https://airport.flights/airport/adw/terminals/passenger-terminal

## Dining (4)

- **Base Food Court** — $
    URL: https://airport.flights/airport/adw/restaurants/base-food-court
- **Freedom Hall Dining Facility** — $
    URL: https://airport.flights/airport/adw/restaurants/freedom-hall-dining-facility
- **On-base Coffee Shop** — $
    URL: https://airport.flights/airport/adw/restaurants/on-base-coffee-shop
- **The Club at Andrews** — $$
    URL: https://airport.flights/airport/adw/restaurants/the-club-at-andrews

## Lounges (1)

- **USO Lounge** — access: On-base, military only
    URL: https://airport.flights/airport/adw/lounges/uso-lounge

## Shops (1)

- **Base Exchange** — >Unknown
    URL: https://airport.flights/airport/adw/shops/base-exchange

## Parking (2)

- **On-base Parking** — Official · : no fact found in the text/day, : no fact found in the text/hr
    URL: https://airport.flights/airport/adw/parking/on-base-parking
- **Visitor Center Parking** — Visitor · : no fact found in the text/day, : no fact found in the text/hr
    URL: https://airport.flights/airport/adw/parking/visitor-center-parking

## Ground transport (3)

- **Base Shuttle** — On-base bus · :null},{
    URL: https://airport.flights/airport/adw/transport/base-shuttle
- **POV Access via I-495 Exit 9** — Private car · :null},{
    URL: https://airport.flights/airport/adw/transport/pov-access-via-i-495-exit-9
- **Taxi Access via Main Gate** — Taxi · :null},{
    URL: https://airport.flights/airport/adw/transport/taxi-access-via-main-gate

## Insider tips

- _Insider_: Build in extra time to clear security at the Visitor Control Center, especially if it's your first time.
- _Local_: For a satisfying meal, try Freedom Hall DFAC – it’s inexpensive and serves a full-hot plate.
- _Time_: Traveling from DCA, BWI, or IAD? Buffer 90-120 minutes for ground transfers plus base entry.
- _Quiet_: The USO Lounge is a reliable spot for downtime but operates only from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- _Money_: Base taxi or rideshare pick-ups are off-limits right at sensitive areas — meet them near the main gate.
- _Time_: VIP movements can disrupt schedules; keep communication lines with your unit open.
- _Avoid_: Expecting a terminal-side food court will leave you hungry; eat before heading to the restricted areas.

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## Live data

Live arrivals, departures, and weather are not in this static reference. Fetch:
- https://airport.flights/api/airport/ADW.json — JSON with current live boards + weather (12h cache)
- https://airport.flights/airport/adw/arrivals — HTML page with live arrivals
- https://airport.flights/airport/adw/departures — HTML page with live departures