US President Donald Trump announced on Wednesday, July 29th, 2026, a $22 billion plan to rebuild Washington Dulles International Airport. The plan includes replacing airport concourses, constructing a large parking garage, and preserving the airport's iconic main terminal. Trump described Dulles as "one of the worst airports anywhere in the world" and expressed determination to transform it into "maybe the best with some hard work."
The announcement is part of a series of major infrastructure projects around the US capital. Trump made the announcement at the White House alongside United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby and Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy. The plan covers 5 million square feet of new or renovated airport space.
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy had previously confirmed in May that the federal government intended to invest $22 billion in the airport's overhaul. The funding will come through municipal bonds, though concerns remain about potential impacts on flight costs. Additionally, the airport authority had already approved a separate $7 billion capital improvement plan for Dulles.
Washington Dulles serves as the main international gateway for the national capital region, making this overhaul a significant development in US transportation infrastructure.
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