George Bush Intercontinental Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 12h 50m 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 George Bush Intercontinental Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Airport is the main international airport in Houston, Texas, United States, serving the Greater Houston metropolitan area. Initially named Houston Intercontinental Airport upon its opening in 1969, it was renamed in honor of George H. W. Bush, the 41st president of the United States and a resident of Houston, in 1997. It is also commonly called Houston International Airport or George Bush International Airport.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
KIAHNOTAMs
KIAHReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live 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.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (5)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15L / 33R | 12,001 ft / 3,658 m | 150 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
| 09 / 27 | 10,000 ft / 3,048 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 15R / 33L | 10,000 ft / 3,048 m | 150 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
| 08R / 26L | 9,402 ft / 2,866 m | 150 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
| 08L / 26R | 9,000 ft / 2,743 m | 150 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (10)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | APP | 120.050 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 124.050 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 128.100 MHz |
| DEP | DEP | 119.700 MHz |
| DEP | DEP | 28.140 MHz |
| GND | GND | 118.575 MHz |
| RDO | MONTGOMERY CO RDO | 122.400 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 120.725 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 29.020 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.950 MHz |
Services & operations
Houston Airports is preparing for an expected 4.5 million passengers during the FIFA World Cup 2026.
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
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 (4)
Departure procedures (SIDs) (4)
Arrivals (STARs) (4)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (1)
Land-and-hold-short (LAHSO) (1)
Showing 15 of 102 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(2)
| 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 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: S (from about 180°), on 19% of observations, averaging 6 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 71% | -453 ft | |
| Feb | 57% | 34 ft | |
| Mar | 68% | 644 ft | |
| Apr | 69% | 928 ft | |
| May | 76% | 1,312 ft | |
| Jun | 89% | 1,634 ft | |
| Jul | 93% | 1,646 ft | |
| Aug | 97% | 1,745 ft | |
| Sep | 88% | 1,419 ft | |
| Oct | 85% | 994 ft | |
| Nov | 75% | 240 ft | |
| Dec | 67% | -16 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-453–1,745 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from George Bush Intercontinental Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for George Bush Intercontinental Airport?
The ICAO code for George Bush Intercontinental Airport is KIAH, and its IATA code is IAH.
Where is George Bush Intercontinental Airport located?
George Bush Intercontinental Airport is large airport located in Houston, United States, at an elevation of 97 ft (30 m).
How many runways does George Bush Intercontinental Airport have?
George Bush Intercontinental Airport has 5 runways, the longest being 12,001 ft / 3,658 m.
Which airlines fly to George Bush Intercontinental Airport?
Airlines historically serving George Bush Intercontinental Airport include AeroMéxico, Air Canada, Air China, Air France, Alaska Airlines, Alitalia, among 32 carriers (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from George Bush Intercontinental Airport?
Historical data lists 168 nonstop destinations from George Bush Intercontinental Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is George Bush Intercontinental Airport in?
George Bush Intercontinental Airport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at George Bush Intercontinental Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at George Bush Intercontinental 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 George Bush Intercontinental Airport?
The nearest airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport is David Wayne Hooks Memorial Airport (DWH), about 11.9 nm to the wnw, followed by Dunham Field and Dan Jones International Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. George Bush Intercontinental Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.