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About William P. Hobby Airport
Hobby is Houston's smaller, closer-to-downtown airport and your best bet for escaping the sprawl quickly. Southwest dominates here with a massive operation, making it a hub for their network—which means cheap fares to everywhere Southwest flies but limited international options compared to IAH. The airport handles 40+ million passengers annually but feels way less chaotic than IAH; security lines move faster, and you're typically airborne 20 minutes after parking. It's 7 miles southeast of downtown Houston, making it genuinely convenient for anyone in the city center, midtown, or Montrose. If you're looking at Caribbean or Mexico flights, Hobby often beats IAH on prices because Southwest's leisure-focused network crushes those routes.
Terminals & Airlines
Hobby has one main terminal building split into two sides: Terminal A (Southwest Airlines exclusively—they operate 80% of flights here) and Terminal B (United, Delta, American, Alaska, Spirit, and international carriers). Terminal A is newer and streamlined since Southwest renovated their section; Terminal B is more cramped but still manageable. If you're flying Southwest, you'll board from gates in Terminal A's main concourse. International flights (limited but growing to Cancun, Mexico City, and Caribbean destinations) depart from Terminal B.
Getting to the Airport
Uber/Lyft from downtown costs $18-28 depending on time of day and surge pricing; expect 20-25 minutes off-peak, 35-45 minutes during rush hour (4-7pm weekdays). METRO bus Route 40 runs from downtown Houston (Main Street Transit Center) directly to Hobby for $1.25 one-way, taking 35-45 minutes depending on stops—brutal if you have luggage but dirt cheap if you're flexible. Rental car pickup is on-site and competitive; expect $35-55/day for economy cars. Parking at the airport (short-term) costs $3 for first 30 minutes, then $2/hour (capped at $24/day); long-term lot is $12/day. Smart move: park off-site at SpotHero or ParkWhiz 10 minutes away for $8-12/day and Uber to the terminal.
Parking
Short-term parking at Hobby is reasonable—max $24/day for the economy lot—but only book this if you're dropping someone off or staying under 4 hours. Long-term lot A is $12/day and closest to terminals. If you're flying out for 5+ days, use ParkWhiz or SpotHero to book off-airport lots (Parking Spot, Valet Plus) for $8-11/day; they have shuttle service every 10-15 minutes. Valet at the terminal itself runs $32/day and is only worth it if you hate shuttles and have money to burn. Never pay for parking at the gate—it's $25/day and a ripoff.
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Pro Tips for Flying from Houston
Southwest doesn't assign seats, but they board in groups (A/B/C) based on check-in time. Check in exactly 24 hours before departure on the Southwest app and you'll board in the A group—way better odds of grabbing an aisle or window without overhead bin stress.
Hobby's TSA PreCheck/CLEAR lines move absurdly fast compared to IAH. If you fly frequently, PreCheck at Hobby saves you 15-20 minutes per trip; the lines rarely back up past the scanners here.
Terminal B's restaurants are genuinely terrible (overpriced sandwiches, mediocre coffee). Walk through Terminal A even if you're not flying Southwest—their vendors are way better. Or hit up the food court in the main corridor between terminals.
Hobby handles domestic flights almost exclusively, with only seasonal/limited Caribbean and Mexico service. If you're hunting international fares to Europe or Asia, check IAH prices first—they're usually cheaper because that's Houston's international hub. But for Mexico, Caribbean, and Central America? Hobby beats IAH 60% of the time because Southwest's domestic pricing crushes legacy carrier fares.
Cheapest Regions from Houston
| Region | Est. Avg Price | Best Month |
|---|---|---|
| mexico | $195 | august |
| caribbean | $280 | september |
| central America | $310 | september |
| south America | $480 | january |
| europe | $520 | january |
| middle East | $620 | january |
| asia | $680 | january |
| africa | $750 | january |
| oceania | $820 | january |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the cheapest international flights from Houston?
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When is the best time to fly from Houston?
Generally, flying on Tuesdays or Wednesdays and booking 6–8 weeks in advance yields the best prices from Houston. Shoulder season (April–May and September–October) often offers the best deals for international travel.
How far in advance should I book flights from Houston?
For international flights from Houston, booking 6–12 weeks in advance typically yields the best prices. For peak summer travel (June–August) and holiday periods, booking 3–6 months early is recommended. Fare reviews and notifications are paused during the provider migration.
What airports serve Houston?
Houston is served by William P. Hobby Airport (HOU).
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