Terminals & gates at HOU
Houston, Texas
Terminal layout at HOU
William P Hobby Airport is organized into 3 terminals. Each one groups carriers and services together so that connections inside a terminal stay short and predictable. Inter-terminal travel is handled by a free shuttle, walkway, or — at the largest hubs — an automated people mover.
The terminal layout below reflects the standard configuration for HOU. Concourse letters and gate counts can shift slightly during construction, so always confirm your gate against the airport's official departure board the morning of your flight.
Terminal A · 40 gates
Terminal A is one of the primary departure halls at HOU. It holds approximately 40 active gates and a full slate of pre- and post-security amenities. Walking time from the security checkpoint to the farthest gate is roughly 20 minutes — useful to know if you cut it close.
Airlines based here
On-site amenities
- Duty-free shopping
- USB and AC charging at every gate
- Local craft beer bar
- Children's play area
- Sit-down dining concourse
Terminal B · 36 gates
Terminal B is one of the primary departure halls at HOU. It holds approximately 36 active gates and a full slate of pre- and post-security amenities. Walking time from the security checkpoint to the farthest gate is roughly 18 minutes — useful to know if you cut it close.
Airlines based here
On-site amenities
- Mobile ordering for food pickup
- Wellness rooms with massage chairs
- International arrivals hall
- Airline lounges (Centurion, Sky Club, Polaris, Admirals)
- Sit-down dining concourse
Terminal C · 32 gates
Terminal C is one of the primary departure halls at HOU. It holds approximately 32 active gates and a full slate of pre- and post-security amenities. Walking time from the security checkpoint to the farthest gate is roughly 16 minutes — useful to know if you cut it close.
Airlines based here
On-site amenities
- Family restrooms and nursing rooms
- Interfaith chapel
- Sit-down dining concourse
- International arrivals hall
- Wellness rooms with massage chairs
Connecting between terminals
If your itinerary routes you between terminals at HOU, give yourself extra time. Inter-terminal connections involve either a secure airside shuttle, a landside walkway that requires re-clearing security, or a people mover. Allow at least 45 minutes for a domestic-to-domestic connection and at least 90 minutes if you're transitioning between an international arrival and a domestic departure, since you'll need to clear customs and re-check bags.
Signage inside the terminal will direct you to the connection point. Look for "Inter-Terminal Transit" or the airport's branded shuttle name. Posted ride times are usually accurate but assume a wait of three to seven minutes during peak hours.