William P. Hobby Airport
Daylight today(Jul 16, 2026, local time)
About 13h 52m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About William P. Hobby Airport
William P. Hobby Airport, colloquially referred to as Houston Hobby Airport, is an airport in the Greater Hobby neighborhood in Houston, Texas, located approximately 7 miles from Houston city center. Hobby is Houston's oldest commercial airport, and was its primary airport until the Houston Intercontinental Airport, now known as the George Bush Intercontinental Airport, opened in 1969. Hobby was initially closed after the opening of Houston Intercontinental; however, it was re-opened after several years, and became a secondary airport for domestic airline service, and a center for corporate and private aviation.
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Live weather
KHOULive departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (4)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04 / 22 | 7,602 ft / 2,317 m | 150 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
| 13R / 31L▸ displaced | 7,602 ft / 2,317 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 17 / 35 | 6,000 ft / 1,829 m | 150 ft | Pem | Lighted | Closed |
| 13L / 31R | 5,148 ft / 1,569 m | 100 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (9)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | HOUSTON APP | 120.050 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 124.600 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 125.450 MHz |
| DEP | HOUSTON DEP | 119.700 MHz |
| DEP | HOUSTON DEP | 28.400 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.900 MHz |
| RDO | MONTGOMERY CO RDO | 122.350 MHz |
| TWR | HOBBY TWR | 118.700 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.950 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (10)
Departure procedures (SIDs) (25)
- ALEXANDRIA THREE
- ALEXANDRIA THREE, CONT.1
- STRYA EIGHT (RNAV)
- RETYR EIGHT (RNAV), CONT.1
- RETYR EIGHT (RNAV)
- PTRON NINE (RNAV), CONT.1
- PTRON NINE (RNAV)
- PEECE SIX (RNAV), CONT.1
- PEECE SIX (RNAV)
- LURIC EIGHT (RNAV)
- LUFKIN FOUR, CONT.1
- LUFKIN FOUR
- LEONA FOUR, CONT.1
- LEONA FOUR
- INDIE EIGHT (RNAV)
- HOODO SEVEN (RNAV)
- GIFFA ONE
- ELOCO SIX (RNAV)
- EL DORADO ONE, CONT.1
- EL DORADO ONE
- CRIED ONE, CONT.1
- STYCK EIGHT (RNAV)
- WYLSN EIGHT (RNAV)
- CRIED ONE
- BLTWY SEVEN (RNAV)
Arrivals (STARs) (20)
- WAPPL SEVEN (RNAV), CONT.1
- WAPPL SEVEN (RNAV)
- TSHRT TWO, CONT.1
- TSHRT TWO
- TKNIQ THREE (RNAV), CONT.1
- TKNIQ THREE (RNAV)
- SNDAY ONE (RNAV)
- PUCKS FOUR (RNAV), CONT.1
- PUCKS FOUR (RNAV)
- OHIIO FOUR
- KIDDZ FIVE (RNAV), CONT.1
- KIDDZ FIVE (RNAV)
- HUDZY FIVE, CONT.1
- HUDZY FIVE
- CESAN FOUR (RNAV), CONT.1
- CESAN FOUR (RNAV)
- BELLR SIX (RNAV)
- BAYYY FIVE (RNAV), CONT.1
- BAYYY FIVE (RNAV)
- WAPPL SEVEN (RNAV), CONT.2
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Runway hot spots (1)
Charts published by the FAA (public domain) and updated each 28-day cycle. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HOUSTON CLASS B AREA A | Class B | Controlled | GND | 10000 ft MSL |
| HOUSTON CLASS B AREA B | Class B | Controlled | 2000 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| HOUSTON CLASS B AREA D | Class B | Controlled | 4000 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| JPMorgan Chase Tower | 1,001 ft | 108 ft | — |
| Wells Fargo Plaza | 991 ft | 151 ft | — |
| Williams Tower | 902 ft | 72 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 761 ft | 52 ft | — |
| 609 Main | 755 ft | 95 ft | — |
| Fulbright Tower | 725 ft | 62 ft | — |
| 1400 Smith Street | 692 ft | 46 ft | — |
| Three Allen Center | 686 ft | 75 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from William P. Hobby Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for William P. Hobby Airport?
The ICAO code for William P. Hobby Airport is KHOU, and its IATA code is HOU.
Where is William P. Hobby Airport located?
William P. Hobby Airport is large airport located in Houston, United States, at an elevation of 46 ft (14 m).
How many runways does William P. Hobby Airport have?
William P. Hobby Airport has 4 runways, the longest being 7,602 ft / 2,317 m.
Which airlines fly to William P. Hobby Airport?
Airlines historically serving William P. Hobby Airport include AirTran Airways, Alitalia, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, JetBlue Airways, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, among 9 carriers (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from William P. Hobby Airport?
Historical data lists 49 nonstop destinations from William P. Hobby Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is William P. Hobby Airport in?
William P. Hobby Airport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at William P. Hobby Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at William P. Hobby Airport is approximately 1.7° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near William P. Hobby Airport?
The nearest airport to William P. Hobby Airport is Skyway Manor Airport (T79), about 6 nm to the ssw, followed by Ellington Airport and Houston Airpark.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. William P. Hobby Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.