Houston Airports handles Spring Break surge with record TSA throughput, new terminal milestone
Spring Break surge brings record-setting traffic, a new terminal debut and proof that Houston is more than just a stopover.
Houston’s two major airports just wrapped up a Spring Break travel period marked by record-setting passenger numbers, operational success and the debut of a new terminal space designed to ease the journey for millions of travelers.
Preliminary data provided by TSA shows that Sunday, March 9, was one of the busiest days on record at Bush Airport, with TSA throughput ranking as the fourth-highest single-day total in airport history.
Beyond the layover: Why Houston is Europe's best gateway to the Americas
For European travelers seeking a seamless and inspiring entry into the United States, Bush Airport offers a world-class experience with cutting-edge upgrades. The newly expanded international terminal features the spacious Terminal E Ticketing Lobby, designed for efficiency and ease, alongside Dale Chihuly's largest airport commission—an awe-inspiring glass installation welcoming passengers to a city where art and culture thrive. READ MORE
AIR SERVICE
From Toyko to H-Town: ZIPAIR lands in IAH
As of March 4, 2025, ZIPAIR, a low-cost air carrier, now operates four weekly flights between Houston and Tokyo, Japan. READ MORE
VIDEO EXTRA
WATCH: Houston Airports welcomed the arrival of ZIPAIR's inaugural flight from Tokyo.
COMING SOON
EXTRA MILE
This is how you turn a layover into a lifeline
Travel days are rarely easy—but for a group of seven students traveling from Denver to London, their layover in Houston became the most memorable part of the trip. It started with a simple request.
On Saturday, March 22, at 12:58 p.m., group leader Nora Baars sent an email to Houston Airports. Most of the students in her care are on the autism spectrum, and the travel disruptions they'd already endured—rerouted flights, long nights in terminals—had taken a toll. Their new itinerary included a two-hour layover the following day at IAH, and Baars had one question. READ MORE
RETAIL & DINING
New H-Town store brings local flair and 24/7 convenience to IAH Terminal E
Texas swag, cold drinks and 24/7 snacks—Terminal E’s newest store is a welcome gift for arriving travelers. READ MORE
RETAIL AND DINING
New dining options arrive at Hobby Airport
Travelers passing through the first and only five-star airport in North America can now enjoy even more delicious dining options before boarding their flights, as two new restaurants have opened in the brand-new West Food Court near Gate 1. READ MORE
TRAVEL TIPS
WATCH: No checked bags? Here's an easy way to exit Terminal E!
The road becomes a canvas: Houston Airports spotlights city’s rolling works of art
Where else can you spot a bedazzled armadillo before takeoff? Only in Houston. At most airports, travelers rush past terminals with their eyes fixed on gate numbers and departure screens. But in Houston, a layover might just offer a brush with surreal whimsy.
A partnership between Houston Airports and the Orange Show Center for Visionary Art is transforming the airport experience with unexpected moments of creative delight. READ MORE
COMING SOON
REAL ID enforcement starts May 2025: What Houston travelers need to know
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has officially announced the enforcement date and published a framework for federal agencies to implement REAL ID requirements.
The REAL ID Act, passed in 2005 following recommendations from the 9/11 Commission, enhances security standards for state-issued identification, ensuring that federal agencies can accurately verify an individual’s identity. READ MORE
VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT
High school teen finds purpose as Houston Airports Ambassador
Every Friday morning, high school senior David Burca steps into IAH with one mission: to help. READ MORE
A Navy sailor’s short but meaningful mission at Houston Airports
The service member wanted to serve his community in a meaningful way. That’s how landed at IAH. READ MORE
AIRPORT HEROES
Riding shotgun: A therapy dog’s legacy at Houston Airports
After nearly a decade of comforting travelers, Houston’s beloved therapy dog takes his final walk through IAH. READ MORE
ONE MORE READ
Houston Airports shines on global stage
Bush Airport recently played a pivotal role in welcoming global leaders and delegations during two international events held in Houston: CERAWeek, a global energy conference and the World Energy Cities Partnership (WECP) Meeting. READ MORE
