George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)

International passengers arrive at Terminal D or Terminal E and follow standard U.S. border entry procedures before retrieving baggage and passing customs.

• Follow international arrival overhead signage towards U.S. Customs and Border Protection control.
• Present passport, travel documents, and visa/ESTA clearance at the immigration control desk.
• Proceed to the international arrivals baggage claim area to retrieve all checked luggage.
• Pass through customs baggage and agriculture inspection before exiting to the public area.
• Follow signage for ground transport, terminal transit trains, or connecting flights.

• Zug

  Public Bus (METRO Route 102)

  Board at the baggage claim level of Terminal C; service runs directly to Downtown Houston Transit Centre.

  Dauer:

  roughly 50-75 minutes

  Typische Kosten:

  typically $1.25

• Taxi

  Taxi

  Queues are located outside the arrivals zone of each terminal; flat rates may apply to downtown destinations.

  Dauer:

  roughly 30-45 minutes

  Typische Kosten:

  typically $45-$65

• Fahrdienste

  Rideshare (Uber / Lyft)

  Designated pick-up points are located outside the baggage claim doors of Terminals A, B, C, and E.

  Dauer:

  roughly 30-45 minutes

  Typische Kosten:

  typically $35-$60

• Mietwagen

  Rental Car

  Consolidated Rental Car Facility is accessed via free airport shuttle buses operating from all terminal curbs.

  Dauer:

  roughly 30-45 minutes to downtown

  Typische Kosten:

  varies by vehicle type and rental period

Inter-terminal transfers are facilitated by two distinct automated train systems running above and below ground.

• The Skyway is an airside elevated train connecting Terminals A, B, C, D, and E post-security.
• The Subway is a landside underground train connecting all five terminals and the airport hotel pre-security.
• Passengers arriving on international flights must collect baggage, clear customs, and re-screen via TSA security before connecting to a domestic flight.
• Allow at least 60-90 minutes for domestic-to-domestic connections and 2 hours for international transfers.

Free public Wi-Fi access is available throughout all passenger terminals.

• Connect your device to the network broadcast name 'Free Airport WIFI'.
• Open a web browser to view and accept the user terms on the landing page.
• No account registration or fee payment is required for general internet access.

Banking services, automatic teller machines, and currency exchange kiosks are positioned across the airport.

• ATMs supporting major card networks operate both pre- and post-security in all terminals.
• Currency exchange counters are available in Terminals D and E near international departure gates.
• Credit and debit cards are accepted at virtually all shops, restaurants, and transport kiosks.

A wide variety of dining outlets, ranging from quick-service outlets to sit-down restaurants, operates airside.

• Major food courts are situated post-security in Terminals C, D, and E.
• Regional Texas dining and standard international chain choices are available.
• Grab-and-go kiosk options remain available during off-peak and overnight hours.

Multiple airline-operated and independent passenger lounges are available within the secure area.

• United Club lounges are located in Terminals A, B, C, and E.
• Terminal D hosts multiple international airline lounges alongside independent lounge options.
• Access depends on cabin class, elite frequent flyer status, or valid lounge membership passes.

An on-site hotel is connected to the terminals, with additional hotel properties located near the airport perimeter.

• The Houston Airport Marriott is located on airport grounds and accessible via the landside Subway train.
• Off-site hotels provide complimentary shuttle services picking up from terminal arrival curbs.
• Courtesy phone boards for hotel shuttle bookings are located in the baggage claim areas.

Baggage reclaims are situated on the lower level of each terminal building.

• Check flight status displays in the arrivals hall for the allocated carousel number.
• Luggage carts can be rented for a small fee near the carousel zones.
• Airline baggage service desks are located within the baggage claim area of each respective terminal.

Facilities for travellers with young children are located throughout the terminal buildings.

• Private nursing rooms equipped with seating, power outlets, and changing counters are available in all terminals.
• Family restrooms with pushchair accessibility are located pre- and post-security.
• Select gate areas feature small play zones for young children.

• Interfaith Chapels
• Nursing Rooms
• Service Animal Relief Areas
• Automated External Defibrillators
• Currency Exchange Desks
• Consolidated Rental Car Facility

Lokale Notrufnummer: 911

• Dial 911 from any telephone for immediate emergency, fire, or police assistance.
• Uniformed airport police and emergency medical staff are present across all terminals.
• If you mislay your passport, notify airport security and contact your home country's consulate in Houston.

• Prüfen Sie die Gültigkeit Ihres Reisepasses und ob ein Visum, eine ETA oder eine Einreiseerklärung erforderlich ist.
• Bestätigen Sie am Vortag Ihr Abflugterminal auf Ihrer Bordkarte.
• Aktivieren Sie eine Reise-eSIM, damit Sie sofort nach der Landung online sind.
• Laden Sie Offline-Karten herunter und machen Sie einen Screenshot Ihrer Hoteladresse und Buchungsreferenz.
• Informieren Sie Ihre Bank über Ihre Reise und führen Sie eine Ersatz-Zahlungskarte mit sich.
• Speichern Sie die lokale Notrufnummer und die Kontaktdaten Ihrer Botschaft auf Ihrem Telefon.
• Fotografieren Sie Ihren Reisepass und speichern Sie die Kopie an einem Ort, auf den Sie offline zugreifen können.
• Prüfen Sie die Gepäckbestimmungen und eventuelle eingeschränkte Gegenstände für Ihr Reiseziel.

Der Flughafenbetrieb ändert sich. Bestätigen Sie Terminals, Tarife und Fahrpläne immer mit den unten genannten offiziellen Quellen, bevor Sie reisen.

• Houston Airport System - Official WebsiteOffizielle Flughafenquelle
• U.S. Customs and Border ProtectionRegierungsquelle
• Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County (METRO)Offizielle Verkehrsbetriebe
• Ready.gov - U.S. Emergency InformationRegierungsquelle