Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) Information

Introduction

Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport is located 23 miles north of the city of Houston, Texas, and ranks among one of the worlds busiest airports. There are four terminals, A, B, C and D, which collectively serve flights to 150 world destinations. Domestic and short-haul flights are catered for by terminals A, B and C, while Terminal D manages international flights. All four terminals are connected by a free shuttle service.

Airport parking at Houston

The airport has nearly 25,000 parking spaces available, offering both short-term and long-term facilities. Drivers can choose from hourly, economy, long-stay and Surepark options. Surepark is a facility guaranteeing more available spaces and shorter queuing times.

Getting to and from the airport

Those choosing to drive to the airport will find road access is an uncomplicated affair, with four separate routes available including I-45, highway 59, Sam Houston Toll road and the Hardy Toll road. Those who are seeking ground transportation will find bus services to most major destinations provided by Coach USA and Express Shuttle USA. Alternative bus connections are provided by Houston Metropolitan Transit Authority and are available from outside Terminal C. Passengers wanting to travel by taxi can hail vehicles through the Ground Transportation employees, situated outside the terminals.

Amenities at Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport

The airports essential facilities include four bureaux de change in terminals C and D and a number of ATMs that are spread throughout the terminals. Dining and refreshments can be found at the airports many cafés, fast-food outlets, restaurants and bars, with the greatest concentration of these at terminals C and D. For shopping, there are newsagents, bookstores, gift shops, clothes shops and outlets selling luxury goods. Customary duty-free shops can be found at terminals C and D. Business passengers will find business facilities available at the nearby Houston Airport Marriott hotel. All four terminals are disabled-friendly and extra assistance is available on request.