Terminal ACheck your airline and gate before driving
George Bush Intercontinental Airport Terminal A, Houston, TX 77032FAA rank #15 · Large hub
IAHHouston
George Bush Intercontinental
Guide reviewed September 1, 2026
The short answer
IAH is a five-terminal airport. Use Skyway after security, Subway before security, and reserve parking because high-occupancy garages may accept reservations only.
Arrival planner
When should I be at IAH?
Enter the departure time shown on your ticket.
Recommended airport arrival—:—
Enter your departure time
We’ll work backward from the airport’s recommendation.
2 hours before departure
This is your airport arrival time—not the time to leave home. Airline check-in and bag-drop cutoffs still apply.
Security peakWeekday mornings, late-afternoon connection banks, and holiday travel periods
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Security
What you’re walking into
IAH publishes current checkpoint waits online. Check the operating checkpoint for your terminal before choosing a garage or drop-off curb.
Check live security wait times before leaving ↗TSA PreCheck● Yes
CLEAR● Yes
Global Entry● Yes
Mobile Passport● Yes
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Official parking
What it costs
ecopark uncovered$9/day24/7 shuttle
ecopark2 covered$10/dayReservation-only as of June 1, 2026
ecopark covered$11/day
Terminal garages$25/dayCovered; reservations recommended
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Ground transportation
Don’t stand at the wrong curb
Designated ride-app pickup is available at Terminals A, C, and E. Confirm the current terminal door and zone in the app.
The consolidated Rental Car Center is off-terminal and served by dedicated shuttle buses from baggage claim.
The Skyway train connects all terminals after security. The underground Subway connects terminals and the airport hotel outside security.
JFK Boulevard cell-phone lotConvenient for Terminals A, B, and C17010 John F. Kennedy Boulevard, Houston, TX 77032
Will Clayton Parkway cell-phone lotApproach from I-69 / U.S. 595703 Will Clayton Parkway, Humble, TX 77338
Control Tower cell-phone lotUseful for Terminals D and E4500 Will Clayton Parkway, Humble, TX 77396
Three free, 24-hour cell-phone waiting lots serve the airport approaches; remain with the vehicle until the passenger is ready.
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Airport hotels
Sleep close. Leave the car.
Houston Airport Marriott is IAH's only on-airport hotel. It sits between Terminals B and C and connects to every terminal by the landside Subway train; a walkable tunnel is also available on the Subway level.
Inside or airport-connected
1 optionsHouston Airport Marriott at George Bush Intercontinental
Between Terminals B and C; Subway train to every terminal
Hotel website ↗Park-and-fly
Confirm terms before bookingHouston Marriott North
- Airport ride
- Complimentary airport shuttle with package; confirm current schedule
- Parking
- Trip parking is included only with the selected package and dates
Hilton Houston North
- Airport ride
- Complimentary airport shuttle; verify hours and terminal pickup instructions
- Parking
- Book a rate that explicitly includes parking during travel
Best Western Houston Bush IAH Intercontinental Airport Inn
- Airport ride
- Complimentary airport shuttle with eligible package; confirm schedule directly
- Parking
- Parking duration is tied to the hotel-and-parking reservation
Hotel information reviewed September 2, 2026. Confirm current shuttle hours, parking terms, and package availability before booking.
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Airport essentials
Everything else worth knowing
Free Wi-Fi● Yes
USO lounge● Yes
Pet relief● Yes
EV chargingAvailable in terminal garages and both ecopark facilities.
SmokingSmoking and vaping are prohibited inside terminals; use designated outdoor areas.
OvernightIAH operates 24 hours, but secure access and concessions vary overnight.
Sources & freshness
Trust the facts. Check the source.
Guide information reviewed September 1, 2026. For today’s operations, rates, and hours, use the live links and official sources below.
IAH live waits and airport status↗IAH parking↗IAH parking guide↗IAH ground transportation↗IAH cell-phone lots↗