Lounges at Houston's George Bush Intercontinental Airport [IAH] (2024)

Key Takeaways

George Bush Intercontinental (IAH) features 13 lounges, including United Club locations, the American Airlines Admirals Club, and the Centurion Lounge.
The United Polaris Lounge stands out for premium passengers, offering elevated services like a-la-carte dining, shower suites, and daybeds.
Priority Pass members can access the Air France Lounge and the KLM Crown Lounge.

George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) in Houston served over 46.1 million passengers in 2023. Of the 27 passenger airlines that operate from IAH, the airport is the second-largest hub for United Airlines and is a focus city for Spirit Airlines.

Note: If lounge access is important to you, see our detailed list of the best credit cards for getting into airport lounges.

IAH Terminal Map

Lounges at Houston's George Bush Intercontinental Airport [IAH] (1)

IAH Airport Lounges by Terminal

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Terminal	Lounges
Terminal A	American Airlines Admirals Club United Club
Terminal B	United Club
Terminal C	United Club (North Concourse) United Club (South Concourse)
Terminal D	Air France Lounge British Airways Lounge Centurion Lounge HAS Executive Club KLM Crown Lounge USO Lounge
Terminal E	United Club United Polaris Lounge

Hot Tip:For information on airport facilities, connecting between terminals, hotels, and more, take a look at our ultimate terminal guide to George Bush Intercontinental Airport.

Air France Lounge

Lounges at Houston's George Bush Intercontinental Airport [IAH] (2)

Location: Terminal D, opposite gate D12
Opening Hours: Daily from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Air France Lounge Facilities

Newspapers and magazines
Self-serve snacks, soups, and salads
Self-serve soft and alcoholic drinks
VIP Area for La Première members
Wi-Fi

Air France Lounge Access

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Access Type	Details	Fees and Policies
Business class	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card	Valid when traveling on an international Air France, KLM, or SkyTeam flight Guests may purchase a day pass
La Première	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card Passengers may bring 1 guest	Valid when traveling on an international Air France, KLM, or SkyTeam flight The guest must be traveling on an international Air France, KLM, or SkyTeam flight and must be departing from the same hall as the passenger
Flying Blue Gold and Platinum	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card Passengers may bring 1 child aged 2 to 17 years and 1 guest
SkyTeam Elite Plus	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card Passengers may bring 1 guest
Priority Pass and Lounge Club	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card	Passengers may access the lounge for a maximum of 3 hours Cardholders must be 21 years old Children under 2 are admitted free of charge Priority Pass membership: Standard $99, Standard Plus $329, Prestige $469

American Airlines Admirals Club

Lounges at Houston's George Bush Intercontinental Airport [IAH] (3)

Location: Terminal A, near gate A25
Opening Hours: Daily from 4:45 a.m. to 6:15 p.m.

American Airlines Admirals Club Lounge Facilities

Buffet food
Business services
Conference room (fee applies)
Full-service bar
Newspapers and magazines
Premium food and drink for purchase
Seating with built-in power outlets
TVs
Wi-Fi

American Airlines Admirals Club Access

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American Airlines Admirals Club House Rules

Guests must have access to the applicable terminal or concourse as gate passes will not be issued for entry.
Infants under 2 years are admitted free of charge and do not count toward guest quotas.
Existing Admirals Club Lifetime Members may access the Admirals Club with same-day travel on any airline.
A government-issued photo ID is required along with the relevant access card (e.g., AAdvantage membership card or number).

Read the full list of house rules on American Airlines’ website.

Hot Tip:Take a look at our full list of U.S. American Airlines Admirals Club locations to see which airports you can find lounges at.

British Airways Lounge

Lounges at Houston's George Bush Intercontinental Airport [IAH] (4)

Location: Terminal D, near gate D9
Opening Hours: Daily from 5:45 a.m. to 9:15 p.m.

British Airways First Class Lounge Facilities

Business services
Luggage storage
Newspapers and magazines
Self-serve bar with Champagne
Snacks and hot and cold buffet food
TVs
Wi-Fi

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Access Type	Details	Fees and Policies
First class	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card Passengers may bring 1 guest	Passengers and guests must be flying on scheduled flights operated by British Airways or a Oneworld partner
Concorde Room cardholders
Executive Club Gold member or Oneworld Emerald

Centurion Lounge

Lounges at Houston's George Bush Intercontinental Airport [IAH] (5)

Location: Terminal D, Mezzanine level, near gate D12
Opening Hours: Daily from 6 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Centurion Lounge Facilities

Business services
Day beds
Family room
Full-service bar
Phone rooms
Self-serve buffet with hot and cold dishes
Showers with toiletries

Centurion Lounge Access

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Access Type	Details	Fees and Policies
The Platinum Card® from American Express	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card Passengers may bring guests for $50 per adult guest or $30 per child ages 2 to 17 Cardmembers get complimentary guest access for up to 2 guests per visit after spending $75,000 in eligible purchases per year	Annual Fee: $695 () Valid flying with any airline Additional guest passes may be purchased for $50 per person
The Business Platinum Card® from American Express		Annual fee: $695 () Valid flying with any airline Additional guest passes may be purchased for $50 per person
Delta SkyMiles® Reserve American Express Card	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card Passengers may bring 2 guests at a charge of $50 per person	Annual Fee: $650 () Valid flying with any airline
Delta SkyMiles® Reserve Business American Express Card		Annual Fee: $650 () Valid flying with any airline

Centurion Lounge House Rules

Guests and family members are not permitted to access the lounge or remain in the lounge without the relevant cardholder.
Complimentary guest access quota is per day.
Children under 2 years are admitted free of charge.

Hot Tip:As demand is so high, there are Centurion Lounges opening up all over the U.S. Check out the full list of where you’ll find Centurion Lounges here.

HAS Executive Club

Lounges at Houston's George Bush Intercontinental Airport [IAH] (6)

Location: Terminal D, near gate D5
Opening Hours: Daily from 12 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.

HAS Executive Club Facilities

Bar
Business center
Newspapers and magazines
Self-serve buffet with hot and cold dishes
TV room

HAS Executive Club Access

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KLM Crown Lounge

Lounges at Houston's George Bush Intercontinental Airport [IAH] (7)

Location: Terminal D, near gate D8
Opening Hours: Daily from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.

KLM Crown Lounge Facilities

Business services
Coffee station
Luggage storage and closet
Newspapers and magazines
Self-serve soft and alcoholic drinks
Snacks and sandwiches
TVs
Wi-Fi

KLM Crown Lounge Access

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Access Type	Details	Fees and Policies
Day pass	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card Valid flying with any airline	$35 fee Can be purchased at the lounge reception, but is subject to capacity
Priority Pass		Passengers may access the lounge for a maximum of 3 hours Cardholders must be 21 years old Children under 2 are admitted free of charge Priority Pass membership: Standard $99, Standard Plus $329, Prestige $469
Business class passengers	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card	Valid when flying on a KLM-operated flight
Flying Blue Platinum or Gold member	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card Passengers may bring 1 guest free of charge	Valid when flying on a KLM flight, operated by a (SkyTeam) partner
SkyTeam Elite Plus		Valid when flying on a SkyTeam-operated flight
Flying Blue Petroleum	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card	Valid if transferring between 2 flights that are both marketed and operated by Air France and/or KLM

United Club

Lounges at Houston's George Bush Intercontinental Airport [IAH] (8)

George Bush Intercontinental Airport has 5 United Club Lounges, located at:

Terminal A, across from gate A9: Open from 7:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Terminal B, south mezzanine, above the United Express ticket desk: Open from 5 a.m. to 9:15 p.m.
Terminal C, near gate C1: Open from 5.30 a.m. to 9:15 p.m.
Terminal C, near gate C33: Open from 5.30 a.m. to 9:15 p.m.
Terminal E, between gates E11 and E12: Open from 5:30 a.m. to 9:15 p.m.

United Club Facilities

Bar serving soft and alcoholic drinks
Business services
Children’s area (Concourse E lounge)
Coffee station
Newspapers and magazines
Self-serve snacks
TVs
Wi-Fi

United ClubAccess

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Access Type	Details	Fees and Policies
United Club membership	Members have unlimited access to United Club lounges with a same-day boarding card Members may bring up to 2 guests	General member, PremierSilver, and Premier Gold	$650 (85,000 miles) annual fee
		Premier Platinum	$600 (80,000 miles) annual fee
		Premier 1Kand United Global Services	$550 (75,000 miles) annual fee
		United Club℠ Infinite Card	Included
		Valid on a United, Star Alliance, or contracted partner flight
United Club day pass	Passengers have single access with a same-day boarding card	$59 Valid on a United, Star Alliance, or contracted partner flight
United Polaris business class	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card at departure, connecting, and arrival airports (domestic arrivals only)	Valid on a United Airlines-operated flight
United Business (international flights)		Also applies to passengers traveling to/from Canada in United First
First class on a Star Alliance airline	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card at the departure airport of an international flight Passengers are permitted to bring 1 guest	Passengers must be traveling on a Star Alliance airline
Business class on a Star Alliance airline	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card at the departure airport of an international flight
United Premier Gold or Star Alliance Gold status	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card for an international flight Access is possible at the departure airport, during connection, or on arrival Passengers are permitted to bring 1 guest traveling on the same flight
Air Canada Maple Leaf Club membership	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card Maple Leaf Club North America members can access lounges in U.S. locations only Maple Leaf Club Worldwide members can access lounges in worldwide locations and may bring 1 guest	Passengers must be traveling on a Star Alliance airline North America pass: Individual: CA$495; Partner: CA$730 Worldwide pass: Individual: CA$665; Partner: CA$970
Active U.S. military	Passengers must have a valid boarding card for a flight departing within 24 hours Passengers must also be dressed in uniform, be on leave orders, or have rest and recuperation papers Can invite family members with gate passes or traveling on the same flight.	Passengers must be traveling on a United Airlines or United Express flight
Virgin Australia Velocity (Velocity Gold, Platinum, and VIP)	Passengers must have a valid same-day boarding pass Eligible members traveling on a United-operated flight may bring 1 guest	Passengers must be traveling on an international United or Virgin Australia-operated flight departing from the same airport

United Club House Rules

United Club members are permitted to bring a spouse and child under 21 into the lounge, or up to 2 guests.
Guests must be 21 to access a club with a self-serve bar in the U.S. unless traveling with another member that is over 21.
Day pass guests may bring 1 infant under 2 free of charge.
The lounge is subject to availability for day pass guests.

Read the full list of house rules on United’s website.

United Polaris Lounge

Lounges at Houston's George Bush Intercontinental Airport [IAH] (9)

Location: Terminal E, near gate E12
Opening Hours: Daily from 5:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.

À la carte dining
Business services
Daybeds with Saks Fifth Avenue bedding
Full-service bar including beer, wine, spirits, and barista coffee
Newspapers and magazines
Self-serve buffet with hot and cold options
Shower suites with amenities
Wi-Fi
Work stations

United Polaris Lounge Access

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Access Type	Details	Fees and Policies
United Polaris business class	Passengers may access the lounge with a same-day boarding card, departing for a flight or connecting	Valid for international flights on a United-operated flight
Star Alliance international first class	Passengers may access the lounge with a same-day boarding card at the departure airport for an international flight Passengers may be accompanied by 1 guest	Valid for international flights on a Star Alliance-operated flight
Star Alliance international business class	Passengers may access the lounge with a same-day boarding card at the departure airport for an international flight

United Polaris House Rules

United Polaris is available on transpacific or transatlantic flights and on flights from the U.S. to Buenos Aires, Lima, Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo, and Santiago.
Passengers flying on discounted industry fares or staff travel tickets are not permitted in the lounge.
For Star Alliance admittance, long-haul international routes are classed as the U.S. to Asia, Australia, Europe, and select South American countries (Argentina, Brazil, Chile, and Peru).

Read the full list of house rules on United’s website.

Hot Tip: Check out our review of the United Polaris lounge at George Bush Intercontinental Airport in Houston.

USO Lounge

Lounges at Houston's George Bush Intercontinental Airport [IAH] (10)

Location: Terminal D, near gate D2 post-security
Opening Hours: Daily from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.

USO Lounge Facilities

Books and magazines
Children’s room
Gaming
Refreshments
Snacks
TVs
Wi-Fi
Work areas with computers

USO Lounge Access

The USO Lounge is available to active duty, guard, reserve military and their dependents, and retired military.

Connecting Between Terminals for Lounge Access

Lounges at Houston's George Bush Intercontinental Airport [IAH] (11)

Connecting between terminals at IAH is pretty easy by riding the Skytrain. As it operates inside the secure area, passengers are not required to reclear security, which is ideal for hopping over to another terminal to use a lounge. This excludes passengers arriving on international flights or those that need to collect luggage between flights.

Best Credit Cards To Access Priority Pass Lounges

Frequent travelers know that a Priority Pass Select membership is one of the best airport lounge memberships you can have thanks to its over 1,400 airport lounges worldwide. From free food to free drinks, plus a comfortable and quiet place to relax, who wouldn’t want Priority Pass lounge access?

If you want to get Priority Pass lounge access via a credit card, in our view the very best card to do so with is the Amex Platinum card. Why is the Amex Platinum card our top pick? Because in addition to Priority Pass lounges (upon enrollment), the Amex Platinum card grants you access to 5 other airport lounge networks including Amex Centurion Lounges, Delta Sky Clubs (when flying Delta), Plaza Premium Lounges, and Escape Lounges.

Depending on what you’re looking for out of a credit card, the Chase Sapphire Reserve® might be a better fit for you.

Curious about what other options you have? Here are several other credit cards that offer access to Priority Pass lounges:

Amex Business Platinum card
Citi Prestige® Card
Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant® American Express® Card
U.S. Bank Altitude™ Reserve Visa Infinite^® Card

Enrollment may be required before you can access Priority Pass lounges.

Final Thoughts

George Bush Intercontinental Airport is Houston’s busiest airport, so the demand for lounge options from business and leisure travelers is high. As United’s second-largest hub, it’s not surprising that the airline has a United Club in every concourse that it operates out of and a Polaris Lounge for premium passengers and elite frequent flyers.

Passengers flying on any airline may pay to access the KLM Crown Lounge in Terminal D, and a few other lounges allow day access, depending on whether you’re flying with a Star Alliance or SkyTeam airline.

The information regarding the U.S. Bank Altitude™ Reserve Visa Infinite^® Card was independently collected by Upgraded Points and not provided nor reviewed by the issuer.

The information regarding the Citi^®/AAdvantage^® Executive World Elite Mastercard^® was independently collected by Upgraded Points and not provided nor reviewed by the issuer.
The information regarding the Corporate Platinum Card^® by American Express was independently collected by Upgraded Points and not provided nor reviewed by the issuer.
The information for the Citi Prestige^® Card has been collected independently by Upgraded Points and not provided nor reviewed by the issuer.

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For rates and fees of The Business Platinum Card^® from American Express, click here.
For rates and fees of Delta SkyMiles^® Reserve American Express Card, click here.
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Access Type	Details	Fees and Policies
Day pass	Day pass passengers are permitted to be accompanied by up to 3 children (under 18), but they all must hold a valid same-day boarding card	$79 All passengers must have a same-day boarding card for American Airlines or a partner airline
Admirals Club members	Members and their immediate family (spouse and children under 18) or up to 2 guests have unlimited access to any Admirals Club.	AAdvantage Status	Fee
		AAdvantage	$650 (65,000 miles)
		AAdvantage Gold	$625 (62,500 miles)
		AAdvantage Platinum	$600 (60,000 miles)
		AAdvantage Platinum Pro	$575 (57,500 miles)
		AAdvantage Executive Platinum	$550 (55,000 miles)
		Flight must be marketed and operated by American Airlines or a Oneworld partner airline or marketed by JetBlue and operated by American
First and business passengers	Passengers may access the lounge when flying on a same-day international flight	Valid for flights marketed and operated by American Airlines or a Oneworld partner airline or marketed by JetBlue and operated by American
AAdvantage Executive Platinum, Platinum Pro, and Platinum	Passengers traveling on a same-day international flight can access the lounge when traveling in any cabin Passengers may bring 1 guest (guests are classed as being over 2 years old)	Flight must be marketed and operated by American Airlines or a Oneworld partner airline or marketed by JetBlue and operated by American
Oneworld Emerald and Sapphire	Passengers traveling on a same-day international flight can access the lounge when traveling in any cabin Passengers may bring 1 guest (guests are classed as being over 2 years old)	Flight must be marketed and operated by American Airlines or a Oneworldpartner airline Passengers traveling solely on North American routes are not eligible for access
Qantas Club	Members may access the lounge with a same-day boarding card Members may bring 1 guest	Flight must be marketed or operated by Qantas
Citi®/AAdvantage® Executive World Elite Mastercard® cardmembers and authorized users ($175 per year)	Cardholders receive a free Admirals Club membership with this credit card Passengers receive unlimited access to any Admirals Club when traveling on a same-day flight Passengers may be accompanied by their immediate family (including spouse and children under 18) or up to 2 guests	Annual Fee: $595 Flight must be: Marketed or operated by American Airlines Marketed and operated by any Oneworld partner airline Marketed and operated by JetBlue (excluding JetBlue flights operating to and from Europe)
Military	Military personnel traveling in uniform on a same-day flight may access the lounge Passengers may be accompanied by their immediate family (including spouse and children under 18) or up to 2 guests	Must be an American Airlines-operated flight