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IATA: HOU · Houston, United States

William P Hobby Airport Guide

CapitalWashington
Population340,110,988
CurrencyUSD $ United States dollar
LanguageEnglish
Time ZoneUTC-05:00 CDT
AirportHOU
Distance—
Flight Time—
Visitors/yr~7,119,321

William P Hobby Airport (IATA: HOU) is a key aviation hub serving Houston and the wider United States region. The airport operates 2 passenger terminals, handling millions of passengers annually.

Getting to Houston from HOU

Train and metro offer the fastest connections (20–40 min). Buses and shared shuttles are the most affordable. Taxis and rideshare apps (Uber, Bolt) are ideal with luggage or in groups.

Terminals & Facilities

William P Hobby Airport has 2 terminals with duty-free retail, restaurants, business lounges, family zones and prayer rooms. Free WiFi is available throughout.

Airport Lounges at HOU

Multiple lounges are accessible via Priority Pass, Amex Platinum, airline status or day-pass purchase. Amenities include complimentary food and drinks, fast WiFi and shower facilities.

Parking

Short-stay, long-stay and meet-and-greet options are available at William P Hobby Airport. Pre-booking online saves 30–50% versus paying at the gate.

Frequently Asked Questions

How early to arrive at HOU?+
Is there free WiFi at William P Hobby Airport?+
How do I get from HOU to Houston city centre?+
Are there hotels near HOU?+
Which airlines fly from HOU?+

Top Activities in Houston

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SUV Airport Transfer in Houston
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Houston To Galveston Shuttle Round Trip for 10 Travelers.
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Top-rated tours and experiences in Houston, ranked by traveller rating. Prices are per person and change with date and group size.

Hotels in Houston

Charming, homely 2 bed flat in heart of village
3-star · 10.0/10 from 1 reviews
€138 / night
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Peterswell Holiday Cottage
4.5-star · 10.0/10 from 1 reviews
€172 / night
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Lowwood Lodges
5-star · 9.9/10 from 41 reviews
€701 / night
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Nightly rates in Houston for a sample two-night stay for two adults from 29 Sep 2026, cheapest first. Rates move with your dates — check availability for a live quote.

William P Hobby Airport (HOU) at a glance

IATA / ICAO
HOU / KHOU
Serves
Houston
Country
United States
Local time now
22:58 (CDT)
Time zone
America/Chicago
Currency
USD ($)
Capital
Washington
Coordinates
29.6454, -95.2789

Alternative airports near HOU

George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport · Houston (IAH)38 km
Straight-line distance from HOU. A nearby airport is often materially cheaper on the same route — worth checking both before booking.

Cheapest fares found from HOU right now

Updated 31 Aug 2026
DestinationAirlineStopsDepartsFrom
Las Vegas (LAS)First Nation AirwaysDirect29 Oct€79
Chicago (CHI)First Nation AirwaysDirect9 Oct€124
Philadelphia (PHL)First Nation Airways1 stop9 Oct€125
Phoenix (PHX)First Nation Airways1 stop14 Sep€128
Miami (MIA)First Nation Airways1 stop24 Sep€129
Washington (WAS)First Nation Airways1 stop14 Sep€139
Los Angeles (LAX)First Nation AirwaysDirect15 Oct€151
San Juan (SJU)First Nation Airways1 stop11 Oct€166
Denver (DEN)First Nation AirwaysDirect1 Oct€167
Jacksonville (JAX)First Nation Airways1 stop4 Oct€167
Orlando (ORL)First Nation Airways1 stop15 Oct€168
New Orleans (MSY)First Nation Airways1 stop19 Sep€176
Return fares found by travellers in the last 48 hours. Prices change constantly - search for your dates to see live availability.

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Nonstop destinations from HOU

William P. Hobby Airport has published nonstop service to 39 airports across 1 countries. The busiest are listed first, with straight-line distance from HOU.

DestinationIATACountryDistance
AtlantaATLUnited States1,118 km
AustinAUSUnited States237 km
San AntonioSATUnited States309 km
Dallas-Fort WorthDFWUnited States398 km
New YorkJFKUnited States2,295 km
BransonBKGUnited States789 km
AlbuquerqueABQUnited States1,220 km
BirminghamBHMUnited States917 km
NashvilleBNAUnited States1,077 km
BaltimoreBWIUnited States2,003 km
CharlestonCHSUnited States1,491 km
Corpus ChristiCRPUnited States300 km
DallasDALUnited States385 km
DenverDENUnited States1,421 km
Panama City BeachECPUnited States916 km
El PasoELPUnited States1,087 km
NewarkEWRUnited States2,268 km
Fort LauderdaleFLLUnited States1,537 km
Greenville/Greer/SpartanburgGSPUnited States1,357 km
HarlingenHRLUnited States446 km
JacksonJANUnited States577 km
JacksonvilleJAXUnited States1,310 km
Las VegasLASUnited States1,984 km
Los AngelesLAXUnited States2,232 km

Airlines serving HOU

4 carriers publish nonstop service at HOU, ranked by how many routes each one appears on. Counts include codeshares, so a carrier can be listed here while the aircraft is flown by a partner. Schedules change seasonally — check the operating carrier on your own dates before booking.

AirlineCodeTypeRoutes
Southwest AirlinesWNBudget72
Delta Air LinesDLFull Service4
American AirlinesAAFull Service2
JetBlue AirwaysB6Full Service2

At the airport

General guidance rather than HOU-specific detail — terminal counts, lounge locations, desk opening hours and lost-property arrangements change often, so confirm those on the airport’s own site before you travel.

SecurityAllow longer than you think at peak departure banks - typically early morning and late evening. Liquids and electronics rules still differ by airport even where scanners have been upgraded.
ImmigrationArriving passengers clear immigration at the first point of entry into a country, not at the final destination, which is what makes tight connections risky on separate tickets.
Terminal transfersWhere an airport has multiple terminals, allow for a shuttle or train between them. Airside transfers are faster, but a change of terminal often means re-clearing security.
Wi-FiFree Wi-Fi is now near-universal at scheduled-service airports, usually with a time limit or an email sign-in. Download boarding passes before you land in case sign-in fails.
Food and shopsMost retail sits airside, after security. Landside options before security are usually thinner and close earlier.
AccessibilityRequest assistance through your airline at least 48 hours ahead. It is a legal entitlement across the EU, UK and US, but only guaranteed when pre-booked.
CurrencyAirport exchange desks carry the widest spreads of anywhere in a country. An ATM in the arrivals hall, or a card with no foreign-transaction fee, is almost always cheaper.
Lost propertyItems left on the aircraft go to the airline; items left in the terminal go to the airport operator. They are separate systems, so report to the right one.