UFC Freedom 250: Washington D.C.

Getting to Washington

Everything you need to get from wherever you are to Capital One Arena for UFC Freedom 250: Washington D.C..

✈️ Flights to Washington

Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)

RECOMMENDED

Closest airport, 6 km south of downtown. Metro Blue/Yellow/Silver lines connect DCA to Gallery Place (Capital One Arena) in about 20 minutes. Most convenient for domestic travelers.

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

Main international hub, 40 km west. Metro Silver Line connects IAD to downtown in about 45 minutes. Uber/Lyft to downtown costs $50-70.

Baltimore/Washington International Airport (BWI)

Budget airline hub (Southwest), 45 km northeast. MARC Train or Amtrak to Union Station takes 30-40 min. Uber/Lyft to downtown costs $50-80.

Book tip: Fly in June 14, fly out June 16. This is the biggest UFC card of 2026 — book hotels immediately, prices will surge.

🚗 Airport → Hotel

Metro from DCARECOMMENDED

Blue/Yellow/Silver lines from Reagan National Airport Station to Gallery Place or Metro Center. Most convenient option. SmarTrip card or tap to pay.

$2.25–3.85 USD
20–25 min
Uber / Lyft

Convenient from DCA. Traffic on the George Washington Pkwy and DC streets can add time during rush hours.

$20–35 USD
20–35 min

🥊 Hotel → Capital One Arena

Metro (Gallery Place)BEST VALUE

Gallery Place-Chinatown Metro is steps from Capital One Arena. Red, Yellow, and Green lines serve this station — the easiest option from anywhere in DC.

$2.25–3.85 USD
5–20 min
Walk (Penn Quarter hotels)BEST VALUE

Hotels in Penn Quarter/Chinatown are a short walk to Capital One Arena.

Free
2–10 min

🛂 Visa Requirements

🇨🇦 Canada✓ No visa / ESTA required
🇬🇧 United Kingdom✓ ESTA required ($21)
🇦🇺 Australia✓ ESTA required ($21)
🇪🇺 EU Countries✓ ESTA required ($21)
🇧🇷 Brazil✓ B-2 visa required
🇲🇽 Mexico✓ B-2 visa or valid B-1/B-2

ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization): Apply at esta.cbp.dhs.gov before travel. Costs $21, valid for 2 years. Required for all Visa Waiver Program countries. Canadian citizens need neither ESTA nor a visa.

🛡️ Safety + Transport Tips

  • →Downtown DC and Penn Quarter are extremely safe, busy, well-policed areas.
  • →The DC Metro is safe and reliable — use it to avoid traffic and parking headaches.
  • →Avoid walking alone late at night in less-touristy neighborhoods east of the Capitol.
  • →Summers in DC are hot and humid — stay hydrated on the National Mall (June heat can be intense).
  • →Protests and demonstrations are common in DC — they rarely affect tourist areas but check local news.

🎒 Packing Tips

Comfortable walking shoes
The National Mall is enormous — expect 15,000+ steps if you hit the major monuments and museums.
Light summer clothing
D.C. in mid-June is hot and humid (25-32°C). Light, breathable fabrics are essential.
SmarTrip card or contactless payment
Load a SmarTrip card or use tap-to-pay (Apple Pay/Google Pay) for the DC Metro.
Water bottle
DC summers are hot — carry water, especially while touring monuments on the National Mall.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which airport should I fly into for Washington D.C.?+
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) is closest — Metro Silver/Blue/Yellow lines connect directly to downtown DC in 20 min. Dulles (IAD) and BWI are also options but farther away.
How do I get to Capital One Arena?+
Capital One Arena is steps from Gallery Place-Chinatown Metro Station (Red, Yellow, Green lines). The DC Metro is the easiest and most reliable option. No parking recommended — Metro is king in DC.

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