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George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)

George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)

International Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Airport, Houston
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    Brian H.
    "Best place to miss your flight!"(106 Tips)
    F.R. K.
    "Great United Club here"(72 Tips)
    Ariana F.
    "Terminal C is SO nice & modern - great seating options + up to date"(106 Tips)
    Tricia L.
    "Pappasitos for breakfast in terminal E is amazing!!"(87 Tips)
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  • John T.
    John TAugust 29, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    If you have a long layover between flights, Head over to E-5 in United's beautiful international terminal. The view is outstanding. You can watch aircraft depart three different runways from this here
    Upvoted 2 days ago
  • Rebecca M.
    Rebecca MorehiserNovember 28, 2012
    Pedestrian travelers beware the fleet of high-speed transport vehicles barreling haphazardly through the terminal. "To your left! To the right! In the middle!" It's like a game of Frogger out there.
    Upvoted 3 weeks ago
  • Jim B.
    Jim BaileyDecember 14, 2015
    Been here 100+ times
    If you are arriving on an international flight be sure you plan plenty of time if you are connecting in Houston. Long lines in immigration and customs take a very long time to process through.
    Upvoted 3 weeks ago
  • Ismael C.heart icon on user image
    Ismael CruzMay 8, 2018
    Been here 5+ times
    Busy airport make sure you get in with plenty of time cause it’s real big! Lots of good eating places. Well kept.
    Upvoted 1 week ago
  • Ken C.heart icon on user image
    Ken CampDecember 23, 2017
    Been here 5+ times
    Huge airport lots of food and shopping options. I had to kill 5 hours and there was plenty to do. But not enough power outlets in seating areas
  • Crystal heart icon on user image
    Crystal April 1, 2013
    Been here 25+ times
    Free Wifi here at IAH at President Lounge! Don't 4 get if u at the TSA area take all your metal, or electronic off 1 more thing if a minor child "NO NEED" to go through the scanner!
  • Paola R.
    Paola RiosJune 17, 2018
    Terminal C has a BAZAAR food hall with plenty of vegan and vegetarian options :-)
  • Mary A.heart icon on user image
    Mary AndersonNovember 23, 2015
    It's a big airport with free wifi! Terminal E has the best food spots like CatCora's, Cinnabon, sushi place, Pappasito's cantina and many others! It also has nice stores and a large seating area
  • W. Ross W.heart icon on user image
    W. Ross WellsDecember 10, 2018
    Been here 50+ times
    It’s big. Lots of food and shopping options. I’m traveling with my elderly mom and they did a terrific job getting us from the curb to the gate.
  • Martin W.heart icon on user image
    Martin WeigertMay 13, 2017
    Dedicated ESTA terminals at immigration, which means that those eligible could get through immigration within 10 minutes (I did). Also, United/ANA check baggage through for international transit!
  • Irinaheart icon on user image
    IrinaAugust 14, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    If it's your first time driving in there to drop/pick-up, lay out your strategic battle plan beforehand, or risk being forever lost in this concrete Charlie Foxtrot of roads and sudden passageways.
  • LMSR
    LMSRAugust 10, 2013
    Arrived at 9:30pm and all restaurants and food cafes were shutting down. There was only one food stand in terminal B with wraps and a McDonalds. Of course our choice was to get the wraps!
  • Tobias K.
    Tobias KemperSeptember 16, 2013
    Next stop San Francisco? Check https://foursquare.com/tek/list/free-wifi--power-in-san-francisco for a list of places with free Wifi AND power outlets to work from in San Francisco.
  • Bribble L.
    Bribble LegitJune 25, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    If you're in Terminal A get a shoeshine from Clifford. He will deliver one of the best shoeshines you'll ever get, but an even better conversation. Don't forget the tip.
  • Jennifer
    JenniferJuly 27, 2013
    Been here 100+ times
    Make sure u always put a empty bag on top of your packed bags. Just in case u have to take something's out for weight. And out all toiletries in zip lock bags
  • Felipe G.heart icon on user image
    Felipe GarciaOctober 10, 2019
    Been here 10+ times
    Big airport with lots of food and shopping options. It’s one of the main hubs for United. One may take a while changing terminals!
  • Janette H.
    Janette HJuly 6, 2019
    Ive been to a LOT of airports, and this one has far and away the friendliest (while still thorough) TSA/security staff ever. I mean I made like 7 friends on my way through Customs kind of friendly.
  • Enrique G.
    Enrique GómezOctober 17, 2016
    Been here 50+ times
    If you're connecting from abroad and have Pre-check/Global Entry, skip the security lines by exiting to the left of the connecting bag area and taking the elevator up to the precheck line.
  • Terrence E.heart icon on user image
    Terrence EvansJune 6, 2019
    Been here 5+ times
    Put on your walking shoes! There are sky trains that will get you from terminal to terminal that is inside security. There’s also a Disney tram in the basement that is outside of security.
  • Lucretia P.heart icon on user image
    Lucretia PruittNovember 22, 2014
    If you want a quiet space to work or just get away from the throngs of people, the D Concourse seems to be ideal. Especially D1
  • Readiness K.heart icon on user image
    Readiness KNovember 7, 2016
    If you have the time, go to Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen in Terminal E (near gate E4)!
  • Ken S.
    Ken SJune 28, 2013
    Been here 50+ times
    Be sure to allow enough time to actually make your connection. Also wear comfortable shoes because you are still gonna have to run.
  • Clau H.heart icon on user image
    Clau HLJanuary 3, 2015
    Good chinese food near the boarding gate in terminal 1. The staff is super friendly, I felt just a little dizzy and they called the doctor of the airport to come see me 😦
  • T. G.heart icon on user image
    T. GraySeptember 23, 2014
    Been here 50+ times
    This is a big airport with lots of amenities. Great restaurants if you arrive early or have a long layover. The downer: NO FREE WIFI!
  • Victor C.heart icon on user image
    Victor CornejoAugust 3, 2015
    Been here 25+ times
    So your flight is delayed, you are beat down, hot, tired and a shower sounds like a god send. Good news showers are available at the United Club in E terminal. The $50 fee for non members is worth it.
  • Kindall H.heart icon on user image
    Kindall HFebruary 25, 2015
    Been here 50+ times
    Newly renovated terminals offer a great restaurant selection and plenty of seating. Shopping is a bit sparse but has enough nicknack stores to please.
  • Mohammed
    MohammedDecember 26, 2015
    Huge Airport but very organized, make sure you wear comfortable shoes. 23 miles north of Downtown Houston. The largest hub for United Airlines.
  • Del R.
    Del RatcliffeFebruary 7, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    The Real Food Company in Terminal C is some of the best Airport food we've ever had! Lots of fresh, hot selections. Try the Monte Cristo grilled sandwich!
  • Eater
    EaterJuly 11, 2012
    Top Dining Options: Le Grand Comptoir, Terminal C; Cat Cora's Kitchen, Terminal E; Urban Crave, Terminal C; The Real Food Company, Terminal C; Shipley's Donuts, Terminal B. Read more
  • Jim B.
    Jim BaileyAugust 15, 2017
    Been here 100+ times
    The new C terminal extension is state of the art and a totally different experience with connected tablets everywhere for waiting passengers to use. Nice upgrade IAH.
  • Chase W.
    Chase WaitesJune 24, 2018
    Been here 50+ times
    Lots of good food options...I like The Breakfast Klub. If you’re flying United out of terminal A and need to check a bag, you need to go to terminal B to do it.
  • Pat T.
    Pat TaskerMay 27, 2014
    Amazingly smooth US Customs check in via new kiosks, that scan your passports, ask you the questions, take your photo then print your form, advance to the customs officer and pass through!
  • Corey M.
    Corey ManiconeAugust 7, 2014
    Outstanding food here. Try and get some BBQ if you have time in between flights.
  • Arthur R.heart icon on user image
    Arthur RimboldOctober 31, 2016
    The wide amount of amenities and the ease of getting around the five germinal multi hub airport
  • Travis L.
    Travis LibertySeptember 14, 2013
    It's like a long International boarding process regardless for every size aircraft or destination. I can swear I think United must had hired Southwest to implement their cattle call experience...LOL
  • Karen J.
    Karen JohnsonJuly 21, 2017
    This is a huge airport, with lots of shops & kiosks & restaurants, including Papadeaux Seafood Restaurant. Terminal E is United Airlines section.
  • Jasmine O.
    Jasmine O'ConnerOctober 22, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    This airport is HUGE - very interesting to see all the many people, restaurants and shops. This airport opened me up to a whole different world.
  • Chizom E.
    Chizom EkpunobiApril 4, 2017
    Been here 5+ times
    Delta Airlines has some of the most churlish staff there is. This one in particular has no clue how to talk to customers. It's unreal.
  • Jenny E.heart icon on user image
    Jenny ElderFebruary 18
    Been here 25+ times
    Arrive early and explore the airport! IAH has some great dining and shopping options. Plus, it's always good to account for any unexpected delays or lines.
  • Andres E.heart icon on user image
    Andres ElizondoMarch 17, 2019
    Definitely an airport that rewards the well-prepared. Make sure your terminals are picked correctly and your entry and exit strategies well tuned.
  • Melissa T.heart icon on user image
    Melissa ThamesAugust 26, 2014
    If you have the time Pappadeaux is awesome. Seafood is really good, we have even stopped after arriving back home.
  • Kristine R.
    Kristine RoqueJuly 16, 2013
    If you're waiting for your flight around the C-43ish gate area, you NEED to go to UpperCrest. They have the BEST fresh baguette sandwiches. No lie. Seriously wish they had one where I lived!
  • Carla L.
    Carla LayneAugust 7, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Very clean, open, and bright atmosphere. I always like coming through this airport and getting a coffee and a copy of the New York Times at Starbuck before stepping on the plane.
  • Adrian P.heart icon on user image
    Adrian PhillipsSeptember 8, 2016
    Flew United and was a big fan of all the food and beverage options in Terminal 3. There's a great little sushi spot in the older part of the Terminal near the C Gates.
  • Flynn J.
    Flynn JonesFebruary 1, 2019
    This airport has nice shops and restaurants inside, two priority pass lounges, and it's quick to transfer to other terminals with the sky train. It's solid!
  • Frank D.
    Frank DenbowApril 25, 2015
    If you are flying on a Saturday make sure it's super early or super late, else you will have a 45 min customs line
  • Milton P.heart icon on user image
    Milton PrejeanFebruary 24, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    I love terminals E and B 12-28 gates area for they have a shopping Galleria Mall kind of stores all over the beautiful facilities.
  • A H.
    A HazetJune 4, 2017
    Typical state airport "the big is beautiful", good but not as artistic as other airport in asia or midlle east. Far from city center & not many option to use public transport #TravelingUS #Texas
  • Chris F.heart icon on user image
    Chris FontenotDecember 1, 2014
    Been here 100+ times
    While in the lower numbered C terminal and looking for a diner type atmosphere for breakfast I go to Bubba's for an omelette and coffee.
  • Melissa C.
    Melissa ClouthierJuly 15, 2012
    Been here 25+ times
    Between Terminal C & E there is a food court. In the back, you'll find Pappasitos where you can get AWESOME breakfast and fajitas later in the day. Highly recommend--real local Tex-Mex.
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