Originally Posted by
OxyChaz
...Never again will question using DCA when my actual reason of flying to DC is to be in DC. IAD is great for connections, but if you're actually staying in DC, it's so much easier. ...
So much easier that you add a connection? IAD adds typically 30 minutes to your ground time if the District is your destination. A connection would add at least twice that, and a whole lot more if there are flight delays or cancellations. And that's not even considering the hassle factor of changing planes at a busy airport.