George Bush Intercontinental Airport

Airport Airport

IATA Code
IAH
ICAO Code
KIAH
Airport Type
Large Airport
Class
International

George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) in Houston is a large international airport with multiple terminals arranged around concourses and connected by automated people movers. It is a major hub for United Airlines and handles tens of millions of passengers annually. Terminals are linked airside and landside to facilitate connections.

George Bush Intercontinental Airport
Elevation: 29 m
29.9844, -95.3414

Terminal Guide for George Bush Intercontinental Airport #

IAH consists of multiple terminals (A, B, C, D and E) with several satellite concourses. An airside automated people mover (Skylink) connects concourses inside security for quick transfers; there is also an underground/landside shuttle (Terminal Link) between terminals. Major carriers operate from dedicated terminals-check your ticket for the correct terminal and concourse prior to travel.

Getting to and From George Bush Intercontinental Airport #

The airport is roughly 20-30 miles (30-50 km) from downtown Houston; travel time depends heavily on traffic (typically 25-45 minutes by car). Taxis and ride‑hailing services (Uber/Lyft) operate from the airport-expect fares to downtown generally in the $40-75 range depending on destination and traffic. There is no direct heavy‑rail link to downtown; local bus services and shuttle operators run between the airport and city locations. Car hire centers and long‑term parking are available on site.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at George Bush Intercontinental Airport #

IAH has extensive retail and dining options across terminals, full duty‑free shopping in international departures, numerous airline lounges (including major carrier clubs and pay‑per‑use lounges), and business facilities. Wi‑Fi is widely available across terminals. Charging stations, family rooms, prayer/meditation spaces and accessibility services are provided. Some terminals offer short‑stay rooms and sleep/rest facilities-check specific concourse offerings in advance.

Hotels and Layovers at George Bush Intercontinental Airport #

  • Houston Airport Marriott at George Bush Intercontinental - located near the airport with shuttle/short taxi links. (Chain site: https://www.marriott.com)

Several other full‑service and budget hotels are within a short drive of the terminals, many offering airport shuttles.

Tips for George Bush Intercontinental Airport #

  • Use the Skylink automated people mover for airside connections between concourses when transferring-it’s the fastest way to move between terminals without exiting security.
  • United Airlines is a major carrier at IAH-check which terminal your United flight uses (Terminal C and others) before arrival.
  • Allow extra time for ground transport to downtown Houston during peak traffic; ride‑shares or taxis vary widely in price depending on time of day.

Weather & Climate near George Bush Intercontinental Airport #

Climate

George Bush Intercontinental Airport's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 5°C to 34°C. Abundant rainfall (1197 mm/year), wettest in June.

Air Quality: AQI 38 Good
Best Time to Visit
OctoberAprilNovember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
43°
Warmest Month
-8°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 16°C and lows of 5°C. Regular rainfall (89 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

70 Very Good

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
16°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

89 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
10.4h daylight

February

February is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 7°C. Regular rainfall (80 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

66 Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
18°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

80 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
11.0h daylight

March

March is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (72 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

78 Very Good

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
11° 23°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

72 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.3
UV Index
High
11.9h daylight

April

April is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 14°C. Regular rainfall (83 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

80 Excellent

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
14° 26°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

83 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.7
UV Index
Very High
12.8h daylight

May

May is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 19°C. Significant rainfall (129 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

78 Very Good

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Warm
24°C
Temperature
19° 30°
74%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

129 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.9
UV Index
Very High
13.5h daylight

June

June is hot, feeling like 30°C due to high humidity. The wettest month with heavy rain (132 mm).

72 Very Good

Comfort

30°
Feels Like Hot
27°C
Temperature
22° 33°
73%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

132 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
13.9h daylight

July

July is the hottest month, feeling like 32°C due to high humidity. Regular rainfall (94 mm).

75 Very Good

Comfort

32°
Feels Like Hot
29°C
Temperature
23° 34°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

94 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
13.7h daylight

August

August is hot, feeling like 32°C due to high humidity. Regular rainfall (93 mm).

75 Very Good

Comfort

32°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
23° 34°
72%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

93 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.0
UV Index
Extreme
13.1h daylight

September

September is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 20°C. Significant rainfall (126 mm).

71 Very Good

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
20° 32°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

126 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.7
UV Index
Very High
12.2h daylight

October

October is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 15°C. Significant rainfall (102 mm) and mostly sunny skies.

83 Excellent

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
15° 28°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

102 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.3
UV Index
High
11.3h daylight

November

November is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (104 mm).

80 Excellent

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
10° 22°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

104 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
10.6h daylight

December

December is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 6°C. Regular rainfall (93 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

66 Good

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
18°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

93 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
10.2h daylight

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