George Bush Intercontinental Airport
Daylight today(Jul 13, 2026, local time)
About 13h 55m 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.
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Live weather
KIAHLive 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 (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Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date.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 (38)
- ILS OR LOC RWY 08LAmdt 4E
- ILS OR LOC RWY 08RAmdt 26A
- ILS OR LOC RWY 09Amdt 10B
- ILS OR LOC RWY 15RAmdt 2B
- ILS OR LOC RWY 26LAmdt 21D
- ILS OR LOC RWY 26RAmdt 4B
- ILS OR LOC RWY 27Amdt 11D
- ILS OR LOC RWY 33RAmdt 13A
- ILS RWY 08L (SA CAT I)Amdt 4E
- ILS RWY 26L (SA CAT I)Amdt 21D
- ILS RWY 26R (SA CAT I)Amdt 4B
- ILS RWY 27 (SA CAT I)Amdt 11D
- ILS RWY 08R (SA CAT I - II)Amdt 26A
- ILS RWY 09 (SA CAT I - II)Amdt 10B
- ILS RWY 08L (CAT II - III)Amdt 4E
- ILS RWY 26L (CAT II - III)Amdt 21D
- ILS RWY 26R (CAT II - III)Amdt 4B
- ILS RWY 27 (CAT II - III)Amdt 11D
- GLS RWY 08RAmdt 2
- GLS RWY 08LAmdt 2
- GLS RWY 09Amdt 1C
- GLS RWY 26LAmdt 2
- GLS RWY 26RAmdt 2A
- GLS RWY 27Amdt 2
- RNAV (RNP) Y RWY 09Amdt 0B
- RNAV (RNP) Y RWY 26RAmdt 0D
- RNAV (RNP) Y RWY 08LAmdt 1
- RNAV (RNP) Y RWY 27Amdt 3
- RNAV (RNP) Y RWY 26LAmdt 0E
- RNAV (RNP) Y RWY 08RAmdt 1B
- RNAV (GPS) Z RWY 26RAmdt 4B
- RNAV (GPS) Z RWY 27Amdt 5B
- RNAV (GPS) Z RWY 09Amdt 5B
- RNAV (GPS) RWY 15RAmdt 2C
- RNAV (GPS) RWY 33RAmdt 2B
- RNAV (GPS) Z RWY 08LAmdt 5C
- RNAV (GPS) Z RWY 08RAmdt 4C
- RNAV (GPS) Z RWY 26LAmdt 4B
Departure procedures (SIDs) (31)
- STYCK EIGHT (RNAV)
- STRYA EIGHT (RNAV)
- RITAA SEVEN (RNAV), CONT.1
- RITAA SEVEN (RNAV)
- PITZZ FIVE (RNAV), CONT.1
- PITZZ FIVE (RNAV)
- MMUGS FOUR (RNAV), CONT.1
- MMUGS FOUR (RNAV)
- LURIC EIGHT (RNAV)
- LUFKIN FOUR, CONT.1
- WYLSN EIGHT (RNAV)
- LEONA FOUR, CONT.1
- LEONA FOUR
- LAKE CHARLES FIVE
- JUNCTION ONE
- INDIE EIGHT (RNAV)
- HOODO SEVEN (RNAV), CONT.1
- HOODO SEVEN (RNAV)
- GUMBY THREE (RNAV), CONT.1
- GUMBY THREE (RNAV)
- GIFFA ONE
- FLYZA FIVE (RNAV), CONT.1
- FLYZA FIVE (RNAV)
- EL DORADO ONE
- CRIED ONE
- BNDTO SIX (RNAV), CONT.1
- BNDTO SIX (RNAV)
- BLTWY SEVEN (RNAV)
- ALEXANDRIA THREE, CONT.1
- ALEXANDRIA THREE
- LUFKIN FOUR
Arrivals (STARs) (30)
- LINKK ONE (RNAV), CONT.1
- LINKK ONE (RNAV)
- HUDZY FIVE, CONT.1
- HUDZY FIVE
- HTOWN THREE (RNAV)
- GUSHR THREE (RNAV)
- GILCO FIVE, CONT.1
- GILCO FIVE
- GESNR TWO (RNAV), CONT.1
- GESNR TWO (RNAV)
- DRLLR FIVE (RNAV), CONT.1
- DRLLR FIVE (RNAV)
- DOOBI THREE (RNAV)
- BAZBL ONE (RNAV)
- DUUUK FOUR
- ZEEKK THREE (RNAV), CONT.1
- ZEEKK THREE (RNAV)
- TTORO THREE (RNAV)
- TEJAS FIVE (RNAV), CONT.1
- TEJAS FIVE (RNAV)
- SOULL ONE (RNAV), CONT.1
- SOULL ONE (RNAV)
- SKNRD FIVE (RNAV), CONT.1
- SKNRD FIVE (RNAV)
- RIICE ONE, CONT.1
- RIICE ONE
- OHIIO FOUR
- NNCEE TWO (RNAV), CONT.1
- NNCEE TWO (RNAV)
- MSCOT FOUR (RNAV)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (1)
Land-and-hold-short (LAHSO) (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(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.
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 169 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.