Car Rental at Houston Airport
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Cheapest Car Rental Rates
Intermediate
Mazda 3
or similar
$62.60
per day
Full-size
Chevrolet Malibu
or similar
$65.06
per day
Economy
Kia Rio
or similar
$71.82
per day
Compact
Nissan Sentra
or similar
$80.09
per day
Most Popular Car Rental Deals
Premium
Nissan Maxima
or similar
$88.87
/ per day
Standard
Ford Edge
or similar
$92.94
/ per day
Luxury
BMW 3 series
or similar
$137.05
/ per day
Minivan
Chrysler Pacifica
or similar
$96.45
/ per day
The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 19:30 on 2023-03-24. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.
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Travel Information
Language
English
Currency
USD
Drive on
Right-hand side
Country code
1
Average car rental price
$86.86 / per day
Average car rental length
5 days
Speed limit within town
40 - 120 km/h
25 - 75 mph
Speed limit out of town
72 - 120 km/h
45 - 75 mph
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.05%
Average gasoline price
$0.83 / 1 liter
Highest gasoline price
$1.06 / 1 liter
Lowest gasoline price
$0.72 / 1 liter
Airport Car Rental
George Bush Intercontinental Airport is a major airport in the United States. Named after George H.W. Bush, the 41st president, the airport serves the fourth-most-populous city in the country.
Houston sees a large number of business travelers. In addition to these, many tourists also make Houston a destination of theirs. Its arts scene and museums draw lots of visitors. People also enjoy the city’s up-and-coming food scene, which can be seen at some of the restaurants in the airport.
Top international routes
- Mexico City
- Cancun
- London-Heathrow
- Calgary
- Frankfurt
- Monterrey
- Amsterdam
- Tokyo-Narita
- San Jose, Costa Rica
- Toronto
Main airlines
Houston is one of United Airlines major hubs and therefore roughly 50% of passengers at IAH fly on it. Spirit Airlines also has made IAH a focus airport. Mesa Airlines, ExpressJet, and American Airlines also have a significant presence at the airport.
Terminals
There are five terminals at the airport. Terminal A serves U.S. and Canadian destinations for all airlines except United. Terminals B, C, and E serve United flights with Terminal E also serving its international flights. Terminal D is the main international terminal.
The Skyway people mover connects all of the terminals and the International Arrivals Building airside, meaning transit between the terminals is possible without going through security again. The Subway connects all five terminals on the land side along with the airport hotel.
The Skyway people mover connects all of the terminals and the International Arrivals Building airside, meaning transit between the terminals is possible without going through security again. The Subway connects all five terminals on the land side along with the airport hotel.
Location
The airport is located approximately 20 miles (32 kilometers) north of Downtown Houston. The most convenient access to downtown is via the Hardy Toll Road, but I-69 is also an option.
Most popular types of rental car
- Large cars - from $100 per day
- Medium cars - from $81 per day
- Vans - from $119 per day
- Premium cars - from $105 per day
- Small cars - from $75 per day
- SUVs - from $123 per day
Car rental desks
All car rental suppliers at the airport have rental desks inside the Rental Car Center which can be reached in about five minutes via a shuttle from the terminals
Services and facilities
The airport has all of the services and facilities you would expect a large international airport would have. Unfortunately, the offerings differ between the terminals. For instance, the classic Texas burger joint, Whataburger, is only located in Terminal B.
Lounges can be found in all terminals. Terminal D includes Air France, Centurion, and KLM Crown Lounges. Terminals A, B, C, and E all have United Club Lounges.
Water bottle refilling points are available in all of the terminals. So are baby care facilities. All terminals except Terminal Ba have a Visitor Information Center.
There is a Marriott at the airport located in the middle of the terminals. Other hotels can be found just outside the airport with most offering a free shuttle.
Consult IAH’s Interactive Directions to see what exactly is available in the terminal that you will be arriving at.
Lounges can be found in all terminals. Terminal D includes Air France, Centurion, and KLM Crown Lounges. Terminals A, B, C, and E all have United Club Lounges.
Water bottle refilling points are available in all of the terminals. So are baby care facilities. All terminals except Terminal Ba have a Visitor Information Center.
There is a Marriott at the airport located in the middle of the terminals. Other hotels can be found just outside the airport with most offering a free shuttle.
Consult IAH’s Interactive Directions to see what exactly is available in the terminal that you will be arriving at.
Nearest gas station
The Shell station located on the corner of John F. Kennedy Blvd. and Greens Rd. is the last station before reaching the airport. As with many stations close to an airport, its prices are significantly higher due to rental car drivers filling up. The Exxon station across the street is significantly cheaper as is the Shell station located south on the same road. These locations are, of course, less convenient due to being on the other side of the busy road.
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Airport info
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
- IATA: IAH
- ICAO: KIAH
- Name: Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
- Size: Large Airport
- Passengers (per year): 40,696,216
- Distance from city: 15 miles / 24.1 km N of town
- Working hours: 24 hours a day
Top 11 Locations near Houston Airport
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Car Rental at Houston William P. Hobby Airport from $62.62 per day6.2 km / 3.8 miles away
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Car Rental at Austin-Bergstrom Airport from $49.59 per day243.8 km / 151.5 miles away
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Car Rental at Killeen Ft Hood Airport from $83.03 per day296.2 km / 184.0 miles away
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Car Rental at Corpus Christi International Airport from $83.03 per day302.8 km / 188.1 miles away
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Car Rental at Dallas Love Field Airport from $53.37 per day390.7 km / 242.8 miles away
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Car Rental at Dallas Fort Worth Airport from $62.71 per day403.3 km / 250.6 miles away
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Car Rental at Brownsville/South Padre Island International Airport from $84.96 per day466.7 km / 290.0 miles away
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Car Rental at McAllen-Miller International Airport from $84.96 per day483.9 km / 300.7 miles away
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Car Rental at Midland International Airport from $75.85 per day714.8 km / 444.2 miles away
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Car Rental at Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport from $100.57 per day768.6 km / 477.6 miles away
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Car Rental at El Paso International Airport from $62.87 per day1093.3 km / 679.4 miles away
Map of Car Rental Locations
When are car rental prices cheapest at Houston Airport?
The cost of renting a car at Houston Airport depends on the time of year. This graph compares month-to-month price changes to help you find the best deal.
Average Rental Price at Houston Airport
The cheapest time of the year to rent a vehicle at Houston Airport is January when prices for an Economy class start from $46.59. You can see that this is 30% cheaper than the yearly average and 47% cheaper than renting a car in June (when rental prices start at $88.50 for a Compact class). Knowing this can help you find the best price. But remember that these are just average numbers. The exact cost of your rental will depend on your rental length and on how far in advance you book the car. Enter your travel dates at the top of the page to see exact prices and offers!
What’s the most frequent rental length at Houston Airport?
Travel length differs from one month to another: in May the average rental period is 8 days, while in August, the average rental period is only 4 days.
Average Rental Length
Which is the busiest month for car rental at Houston Airport?
Travelers are most likely to rent a car at Houston Airport in November, while they are least likely to to rent in in June.
Popularity by Monthly Searches
Car Rental Information
| Popular suppliers | Easirent, Thrifty, Dollar, Rent a Car 4Less, RightCars |
| Popular car categories | SUVs, Large cars, Small cars, Medium cars |
| Lowest price | $63 per day |
| Cheapest supplier | Dollar |
Most Popular Car Models of Rental Suppliers
| Rental Supplier | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Easirent | Toyota Yaris | 5 | Small cars | |
| Easirent | Nissan Altima | 4 | 1 | Large cars |
| Easirent | Hyundai Santa Fe | 5 | 2 | SUVs |
| Easirent | Nissan Sentra | 4 | 2 | Medium cars |
| Easirent | Buick Encore | 5 | 3 | SUVs |
| Thrifty | Ford Focus | 3 | 2 | Medium cars |
| Rent a Car 4Less | Nissan Versa | 4 | 3 | Medium cars |
| Dollar | Mazda 3 | 5 | 3 | Large cars |
| Thrifty | Nissan Rogue | 5 | 3 | SUVs |
| RightCars | Toyota Corolla | 4 | 3 | Large cars |
FAQ
Can I travel from Houston to Mexico in a rental car?
In most cases, you are not allowed to take a rental car to Mexico. Your best bet is to plan to rent a different car at the border.
Are there toll roads in Houston?
Yes, there are multiple toll roads in Houston, including the main road leading to and from the airport (Hardy Toll Road).
Can I pay for Houston's tolls in cash?
Some toll roads have booths that accept cash payments (during the hours they are open). Others require electronic payment. The safest thing to do is to accept any toll package the rental company offers or to play to avoid toll roads altogether.
Can I take a vehicle rented at IAH to other states?
In most cases, you will be able to travel to the surrounding states with your rental car. Be sure to clarify this when picking up the car to avoid any unpleasant surprises.
Our Customers' Reviews
Because we want to make sure each review listed here is left by a real customer, we don’t have an option to post a review here. Instead, we ask each and every customer to leave a review after they return their rental car. This way, you know that all reviews are authentic, verified, and trustworthy.
RC
United States of America (USA)
Ford Focus
December 24, 2022
very smooth process
LZ
United States of America (USA)
Chrysler Pacifica
July 13, 2020
the price is very good
Car Rental Statistics
Highest rated company
Avis
8.98 / 10
Lowest rated company
Easirent
7.02 / 10
Total number of reviews
3
Total rental companies
14
Average daily price
$86.86
Lowest daily price
$62.60
Total cars available
133
Top 14 Suppliers at Houston Airport in 2023
+12814435800
17330 Palmetto Pines
Working hours
Mon:00:00-23:59
Tue:00:00-23:59
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+18336289676
17300 Palmetto Pines, Houston, TX 77032
$85 - $165
+18887498227
17330 Palmetto Pines Suite A7 77032-6520 Houston, Texas
$109 - $177
Working hours
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Hertz
2812096700
3819 Presidential Blvd
Working hours
Mon:06:00-23:00
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Alamo
8335111743
17300 Palmetto Pnes
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Mon:06:00-23:59
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+18335111745
17300 Palmetto Pines, Houston, TX 77032
$87 - $167
Budget
+12814490145
17330 Palmetto Pines
$72 - $156
Working hours
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RightCars
+12693045377
15850 John F Kennedy Blvd, Houston, TX 77032
Working hours
Mon:07:00-20:00
Tue:07:00-20:00
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Payless
2814438477
17330 Palmetto Pines
Working hours
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Advantage
8007775500
17330 Palmetto Pinessuite A3
Working hours
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Rent a Car 4Less
+12693045377
15850 John F Kennedy. Blvd, Houston, TX 77032
Working hours
Mon:06:00-20:00
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+18772830898
17330 Palmetto Pines
$65 - $124
Working hours
Mon:07:00-23:00
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8664342226
17330 PALMETTO PINES
$63 - $64
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+12812715660
Marriott By Courtyard Hotel,15838 John F Kennedy Blvd
$74 - $197
Working hours
Mon:08:00-18:00
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