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- To downtownMETRO 500 Downtown Direct bus from Terminal E, Level 2, Door E201. $4.50, every 30 min, about 5:30 am–8 pm, nonstop to the George R. Brown Convention Center. No rail link.details
- Uber / LyftArrivals level. Terminal A Door A-114 (west side), Terminal C Doors C-103/C-104 (south side), Terminal E Level 2 Zone 5 (west side). Terminal D arrivals exit through the Terminal E hall.details
- Between terminalsSkyway train after security (every 2 min, free, A to D/E in about 4 min). Subway train before security (every 3 min, free, 3:15 am–12:15 am), also stops at the Marriott.details
- NursingMother's rooms at A2, A17 and across from C4; nurseries with cribs in B (toward B85–88) and D (near the chapel). Mamava pods at B21, C34 and E12.details
Getting to and from the airport 10
METRO 500 IAH Downtown DirectBus Terminal E, Level 2, exit Door E201, next to Ride App pickup. From other terminals ride the Subway to the D/E station first.
Nonstop to the George R. Brown Convention Center downtown; continues to Hobby Airport. Luggage racks, accessible, free Wi-Fi.
METRO 102 Bush IAH Express (local bus)Bus METRO bus stop, Baggage Claim level, south side of Terminal C
50–90 minutes to downtown with stops. Luggage goes in the outside baggage bay; drivers do not assist. For Hobby, change to the 40 at Milam/McKinney.
Taxi standTaxi Arrivals level, south side, Door A-115
Staffed 24/7; dial 23-4198 on a courtesy phone for help hailing.
Taxi standTaxi Arrivals level, south side, Door C-105
Staffed 24/7.
Taxi stand (serves D and E arrivals)Taxi Arrivals level, west side, Door E-103
Staffed 24/7. Terminal D international arrivals exit here.
Rental Car Center (off-site, shuttle)Car rental Shuttle stops outside Arrivals at A south side Door A-115, C south side Doors C-105/C-106, E west side Door E-101. Blue and white "Rental Car Shuttle" buses.
About 5 minutes by bus. All companies (Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, Hertz, National, Payless, Sixt, Thrifty, Zipcar) are at the one center, 17330 Palmetto Pines.
Nothing matches where you are — ground transport is all before security.
Between terminals 4
Skyway (airside, after security)Inter-terminal train Stations on Level 3 in Terminals A, C and D/E; follow "Skyway" signs. Terminal B is reached on foot from C or via the Skyway stations.
Terminal A to D/E takes 4 min 15 s. The only way to leave Terminal A airside; B, C, D and E are also linked by walkways.
Subway (landside, before security)Inter-terminal train Lower-level stations in Terminals A, B, C, D/E and the Houston Airport Marriott
About 3 minutes between adjacent stations; a full loop is about 19 minutes. Closed overnight 12:15–3:15; a walkable tunnel on the Subway level links the Marriott.
Airside walkways B–C–D–EWalkway Continue along the concourse, e.g. past Gate C45 toward Terminal E
You can walk between B, C, D and E without re-clearing security, but the Skyway is faster. Terminal A is not connected on foot.
Terminal D arrivals exit through Terminal EArrivals routing After immigration and customs you come out in the Terminal E international arrivals hall, Level 1
Meet drivers, taxis, ride apps, METRO 500 and rental-car shuttles at the Terminal E doors, not at D.
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Families and nursing 12
Mother's Room (Terminal A North)Nursing room Between Gate A2 and The Breakfast Klub. The airport's services page calls this "near Gate A1".
Private room with nursing gliders, table, AC and USB power, changing table and stroller space; fits up to three parents. The Terminal A sensory room is inside this room.
Mother's Room (Terminal A South)Nursing room Near Gate A17
Gliders, table, power/USB, changing table, stroller storage.
Mother's Room (Terminal C North)Nursing room Across from Gate C4 (services page says "near Gate C5")
Gliders, table, power/USB, changing table, stroller storage. A second nursery is inside the women's restroom across from C4.
Nursery with cribs and rocking chairsNursing room Upstairs on the way to Gates B85–B88 (Terminal B South)
Terminal B is mid-reconstruction; confirm on the interactive map before walking over.
Nursery with cribs, rocking chairs and private restroomNursing room Next to the Chapel, between the KLM Crown Lounge and the (former) British Airways Lounge, opposite Gates D8–D9
The airport's services page places this nursery "near Gate D15", the same spot it gives for the chapel. Follow Chapel signs.
Mamava nursing podNursing pod Near Gate B21
Lockable pod; unlock with the free Mamava app.
Mamava nursing podNursing pod Near Gate C34 (Terminal C South)
Mamava nursing podNursing pod Near Gate E12, centre of the concourse
Children's play areaPlay area Near Gate A7 (Terminal A North)
Children's play area (D-West Pier)Play area Near Gate D6; the interactive map lists it at Gate D1
In the new D-West Pier, close to the Lego Store and Be Relax. The airport also lists a second D play area near Gate D15.
Family restroomsFamily washroom Inside every terminal; follow restroom signage
The airport lists family restrooms in all terminals but gives no gate numbers. All restrooms are wheelchair accessible.
Formula, breast milk and baby food through securityPolicy Any TSA checkpoint
Formula, breast milk and toddler drinks over 3.4 oz are allowed in carry-on and need not fit the quart bag. Tell the officer at the start of screening; ice packs are allowed. Your child need not be travelling with you.
Nothing matches where you are — change the terminal or security filter to see all.
Lounges 12
United Club (Terminal A North)Airline lounge Near Gate A9
- United / Star Alliance international business and first
- United Club members
- Star Alliance Gold
American Airlines Admirals ClubAirline lounge Near Gate A25 (Terminal A South)
- American / oneworld business and first
- Admirals Club members
Snacks, full bar, Wi-Fi. Access rules are American's; the airport page lists only location and hours.
United Club (Terminal B North)Airline lounge Terminal B North Concourse, upper level
- United / Star Alliance international business and first
- United Club members
- Star Alliance Gold
Opened October 2026. 54,000 sq ft, 800 seats, outdoor terrace, two bars; the largest airline lounge in the Americas. Exact gate reference not yet published.
United Club Fly (grab-and-go)Airline lounge Terminal B South gates
- Same as United Club (members, Star Alliance Gold, international business/first)
Self-scan entry, take food, snacks and barista coffee to your gate. No alcohol, no seating lounge.
United Club (Terminal C North)Airline lounge Near Gate C1
- United / Star Alliance international business and first
- United Club members
- Star Alliance Gold
United Club (Terminal C South)Airline lounge Near Gate C33
- United / Star Alliance international business and first
- United Club members
- Star Alliance Gold
Also hosts Air New Zealand, ANA and Singapore Airlines first and business passengers.
The Centurion Lounge by American ExpressCard lounge Terminal D mezzanine. Take the elevator inside the Duty Free shop near Gate D12.
- Amex Platinum and Centurion cardholders (plus guests per Amex policy)
Showers, full bar, menu by chef Justin Yu. Reachable from any terminal airside via Skyway. An expansion was announced in 2026.
KLM Crown LoungeAirline lounge Near Gate D15, beside the chapel and nursery
- Air France / KLM / SkyTeam business and first
- SkyTeam Elite Plus
- Korean Air business and first
- Priority Pass
Bar, hot and cold buffet, Wi-Fi.
Air France LoungeAirline lounge Near Gate D18
- Air France / SkyTeam business and first
- Priority Pass
Short afternoon hours tied to the Paris departure. Light meals, Wi-Fi.
Executive Club (shared international lounge)Airline lounge Near Gate D12
- Business and first class on Air China, Emirates, EVA Air, Lufthansa, Qatar Airways
Airport-run contract lounge used by carriers without their own lounge. Snacks, drinks, meeting room, Wi-Fi.
United Club (Terminal E)Airline lounge Near Gate E12, centre of the concourse
- United / Star Alliance international business and first
- United Club members
- Star Alliance Gold
United Polaris LoungeAirline lounge Near Gate E12, next to the United Club
- United Polaris and Star Alliance long-haul international business/first, same-day departure
United's premium lounge; no entry on membership or status alone.
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Accessibility 6
Sensory room (Terminal A)Sensory room Inside the Terminal A Mother's Room between Gate A2 and The Breakfast Klub; inner door with a code lock
Call the Airport Operations Center at 281-230-1300 for the door code. Tactile wall, soft lighting, Bluetooth audio.
Sensory room (Terminal D)Sensory room D-West Pier, between Gates D3 and D5, across from Urban Crave
Call 281-230-1300 for access.
Wheelchair and electric cart assistancePolicy Request from your airline, in advance or at the ticket counter
Wheelchairs and carts are managed by the airlines, not the airport. For screening help, contact TSA Cares at least 72 hours ahead.
Sunflower Lanyard (non-visible disabilities)Programme Any Houston Airports Information Booth
Discreetly signals to trained staff that you may need help. Can also be mailed in advance via HAS_Accessibility@houstontx.gov.
Aira visual interpreting (blind / low vision)Service Anywhere in the airport via the Aira app
On-demand remote visual interpreting for navigation; free throughout Houston Airports.
Accessible taxis, METRO buses and MetroLiftGround transport Taxi stands at A Door A-115, C Door C-105, E Door E-103; METRO stops at C (south side) and E Door E201
Taxis serving IAH are required to be accessible and drivers are trained to assist passengers with disabilities. METRO buses are accessible. MetroLift paratransit needs pre-registration.
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Rest, showers, quiet 5
Interfaith Chapel (Terminal C)Prayer / quiet room Terminal C South, near Gates C29–C33
Interfaith Chapel (Terminal D)Prayer / quiet room Near Gate D15 (services page); the interactive map and Mother's Room page place it opposite Gates D8–D9
The nursery and ablution/prayer room are next door.
Prayer room with ablution facilitiesPrayer room Near Gate D15, beside the Interfaith Chapel
Houston Airports' first ablution room; open to all faiths.
Minute SuitesNap suites / showers Terminal C North, near Gate C14
Private rooms with daybed, TV and desk; showers available. Otherwise showers are only in the Centurion Lounge (Terminal D), or via a Marriott day pass.
Be Relax SpaSpa D-West Pier, near Gate D1
Chair and full-body massages from 15 minutes. Another Be Relax is reported to be opening in the new Terminal B North.
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Pets and service animals 7
Service animal relief area (indoor)Pet relief area Near Gate A12
Pet relief area (outdoor)Pet relief area Outside Terminal A, near the Ride App pickup (west side, Door A-114)
Pets other than service animals must be crated inside the terminal.
Service animal relief area (indoor)Pet relief area Near Gate B1, across from The Fruteria
Service animal relief area (indoor)Pet relief area Across from Gate C2
Service animal relief area (indoor)Pet relief area Across from Gate D12
Service animal relief area (indoor)Pet relief area Across from Gate E12
Pet relief area (outdoor)Pet relief area Arrivals Level 1. Exit Door E-103, cross all traffic lanes; the fenced area is on the far side of the road.
Nearest outdoor relief for D/E international arrivals.
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Services 4
Free airport Wi-FiWi-Fi All terminals and parking garages
Network "Free Airport WIFI"; accept the terms on the splash page. Help desk 1-844-831-0999.
Airport Lost & FoundLost and found By phone 281-230-3299 or the online form; no public counter listed
Items left at a checkpoint go to TSA (281-443-5301); found passports go to CBP; items on the plane go to the airline; rental-car shuttle items to Transdev (281-233-1019).
Houston Airport Marriott (on-site)Hotel Between Terminals B and C; its own Subway station, plus a walking tunnel on the Subway level
Only hotel on airport property. Day passes sold for a room, gym and outdoor pool between flights. Subway stops 12:15–3:15 am; use the tunnel then.
Currency exchange countersCurrency exchange Terminals B, C, D and E; no gate references published
Rates and fees apply; ATMs throughout the airport are usually cheaper.
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Last full review 2026-10-26. "Unconfirmed" means a reputable third-party source we couldn't confirm on the airport's own pages. Gates and pickup zones change; report an error.