— Airport Guide
Flying Through Houston Intercontinental Airport With Your Pet
Everything you need to know about pet relief areas, terminal maps, TSA screening, and pet travel tips at Bush Houston Intercontinental Airport.
Houston Intercontinental Airport at a Glance
✈ Airport Code
IAH
👥Annual Passengers
48M+
🐾Pet Relief Areas
2 Outside Terminal, 5 Inside Terminal
🕐Open 24 Hours
Yes
🌐Official Airport Site
🗺️Terminal Maps
Flying With Your Pet Through Houston - Quick Tips
- Arrive 30 minutes earlier than usual
- Visit a relief area before security. .
- Keep vaccination records handy
- Bring extra waste bags
- Confirm airline pet policies before travel
Navigating Security With Your Pet
At IAH, pets must be removed from carriers before TSA screening. Carry your pet through the metal detector while the carrier goes through the X-ray machine. Leashes and harnesses should remain secured whenever possible.
Pet Relief Areas
Houston George Bush Intercontinental airport has two exterior and five interior pet relief areas.
Outdoor Relief Areas
- Terminal A - Level 1
- Terminal E - Level 1
Indoor Relief Areas
- Terminal A: Near Gate A12 (post-security)
- Terminal B: Near Gate B1, across from The Fruteria (post-security)
- Terminal C: Across from Gate C2 (post-security)
- Terminal D: Across from Gate D12 (post-security)
- Terminal E: Across from Gate E12 (post-security)
Features
✓ Open 24 Hours
✓ ADA Accessible
Official Houston Intercontinental Airport Resources
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