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George Bush Intercontinental/Houston
George Bush Intercontinental/Houston (KIAH/IAH) serves Houston, United States. This is a major international airport with 5 runways (08L/26R, 08R/26L). Field elevation is 97 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.
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Basic Info
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Runways
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Operations
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Fuel
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Contacts
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Basic Airport Information
- ICAO: KIAH
- Name: George Bush Intercontinental/Houston
- Type: large_airport
- Category: International
- Latitude: 29.9844
- Longitude: -95.3414
- Elevation: 97 ft
- Country: United States
- Municipality: Houston
- IATA Code: IAH
- FAA Code: N/A
- FIR: N/A
- Timezone: America/Chicago
- Distance from City: 25.2 km
- VFR: Yes
- IFR: Yes
Runways
Runway 08L/26R
- Designation: 08L/26R
- Dimensions: 9000 X 150
- Surface: CON
- PCN: N/A
- Lighting: YES
- NAVAIDs: NDB
- Approach Types: ILS CAT IIIA, RNAV (GPS), LOC
- Remarks: N/A
Runway 08R/26L
- Designation: 08R/26L
- Dimensions: 9402 X 150
- Surface: CON
- PCN: N/A
- Lighting: YES
- NAVAIDs: NDB
- Approach Types: ILS CAT I, RNAV (GPS), LOC
- Remarks: N/A
Runway 09/27
- Designation: 09/27
- Dimensions: 10000 X 150
- Surface: ASP
- PCN: N/A
- Lighting: YES
- NAVAIDs: NDB
- Approach Types: ILS CAT I, RNAV (GPS)
- Remarks: N/A
Runway 15L/33R
- Designation: 15L/33R
- Dimensions: 12001 X 150
- Surface: CON
- PCN: N/A
- Lighting: YES
- NAVAIDs: NDB
- Approach Types: ILS CAT I, RNAV (GPS), LOC
- Remarks: N/A
Runway 15R/33L
- Designation: 15R/33L
- Dimensions: 9999 X 150
- Surface: CON
- PCN: N/A
- Lighting: YES
- NAVAIDs: NDB
- Approach Types: ILS CAT I, RNAV (GPS), LOC
- Remarks: N/A
Frequencies
- Tower: 29.020, 120.725 MHz
- Ground: 118.575 MHz
- Operations: N/A
- Traffic/Approach: N/A
- ATIS: 124.050 MHz
Operation Hours
- Open: N/A
- Close: N/A
- Extra Hours On Request: No
- Remarks: N/A
Contacts
- AIS Tel: N/A
- ARO Tel: N/A
- MET Tel: N/A
- Admin Tel: N/A
- Health Tel: N/A
- Police Tel: N/A
- Authorities Tel: N/A
- Website: http://www.fly2houston.com/iah
- Remarks: N/A
Slots / PPR
- Slot Required: No
- PPR Required: No
- PPR Contact: N/A
- Remarks: N/A
Fees
- Landing Fee: $3.60 per 1,000 lbs MTOW
- Parking Fee: $0.40 per 1,000 lbs MTOW per hour
- Handling Mandatory: Yes
- Currency: USD
- Remarks: George Bush Intercontinental. Atlantic Aviation and Signature Flight Support FBOs.
Fuel Information
- Fuel Type: Jet A-1
- Price/L: N/A
- Last Updated: 2026-02-18
- Remarks: Gulf Coast refinery proximity keeps prices competitive. Multiple FBO options.
Immigration
- Port of Entry: Yes
- GENDEC Required: Yes
- GAR Required: No
- Remarks: eAPIS required. Terminal D/E handles international arrivals. CBP for GA available at FBOs.
Restrictions
- Curfew Start: N/A
- Curfew End: N/A
- Noise Chapter Min: Chapter 3
- Remarks: No curfew. Noise abatement procedures in effect. Five runways provide ample capacity.
Alternates
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United States Permit Requirements
Fast
Landing: 1d
- Overflight Permit: No
- Landing Permit: Conditional
- Overflight Lead Time: N/A
- Landing Lead Time: 60 minutes minimum (eAPIS manifest before departure); recommend 24-48 hours for CBP port notification
Private / GA Operations:
No permits required for private non-revenue flights. eAPIS manifest mandatory for all international arrivals/departures.
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Explore HistoryFrequently Asked Questions
- What is the tower frequency at KIAH?
- The tower frequency at George Bush Intercontinental/Houston is 29.02, 120.725 MHz.
- What fuel is available at KIAH?
- George Bush Intercontinental/Houston offers Jet A-1.
- Does KIAH require landing permits?
- Yes, landing permits are required for George Bush Intercontinental/Houston (United States).