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Houston, United States · Terminal Terminal D & E (International)

George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) Lounge Guide

2 premium lounges accessible to business class, first class, and elite status travelers.

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Airport Facts

IAH at a glance

DetailValue
IATA codeIAH
ICAO codeKIAH
Canonical nameGeorge Bush Intercontinental Airport
CityHouston
CountryUnited States
Coordinates29.9844°, -95.3414°
Premium lounges in our guide2
Source for canonical fieldsWikidata (CC0)

Canonical airport metadata from Wikidata, cross-referenced against our editorial lounge catalog. Coordinates are useful for transit-time estimates from city centre when planning a lounge stop.

Lounges

All premium lounges at IAH

  • United Polaris Lounge

    United Airlines · Terminal D, near Gate D6

    4.7*
    Hours
    Daily 5:30am–11:00pm
    Access
    United Polaris business class on international flights
    Food
    À la carte dining, Tex-Mex specialties
    Drinks
    Full bar, margaritas, Texas wines
    ✓ WiFi✓ Showers✓ Sleep area
    United's Houston Polaris Lounge has Texan flair with its Tex-Mex dining options. The daybeds and showers are top-notch.
  • KLM Crown Lounge

    KLM / SkyTeam · Terminal D, near Gate D12

    4.0*
    Hours
    Daily from 3hrs before KL departure
    Access
    KLM business class, SkyTeam Elite Plus
    Food
    Dutch cheese selection, hot buffet
    Drinks
    Full bar, Heineken on tap
    ✓ WiFi
    A solid SkyTeam option at IAH. The Dutch cheese selection is a nice touch for a pre-flight snack.

Getting There

How to get to the lounges

IAH is accessible via the Metro Red Line to the IAH Transit Center, then a shuttle bus to terminals. The journey from downtown Houston takes approximately 45 minutes. Terminal D and E house most international lounges.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Which lounges can I access at IAH?
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) hosts 2 premium lounges in our verified catalog. Access depends on your ticket cabin (business / first), elite status tier, alliance membership, and lounge membership programs (Priority Pass, Capital One). The cards above list each lounge's specific access rules.
When do the IAH lounges open and close?
Lounge hours typically follow the airline's flight schedule — most open 3-4 hours before the first departure of the day and close 30-60 minutes after the last. The "Hours" row on each lounge card above lists the current schedule. Hub-airline lounges (where the airline is based) usually keep longer hours than outstation lounges.
Can I bring guests into the lounge?
Most premium lounges allow one paid guest if you're traveling on the same flight, but rules vary. Alliance lounges generally require status (oneworld Sapphire / Star Alliance Gold equivalent) for guest privileges. Children under 2 typically enter free; ages 2-12 vary by lounge. Confirm at the desk on arrival.
What's the best lounge at IAH for business class?
The cards above are sorted with our editorial verdict on each. Highest-rated entries usually combine strong food (à la carte over buffet), shower availability, sleep area, and quiet workspace. Hub-airline business class flagship lounges (e.g. United Airlines's lounge) typically deliver the most comprehensive experience.
Are there shower facilities?
Most flagship business and first class lounges have shower suites, especially at hub airports. Each card above shows ✓ Showers when available. On long-haul connections, plan 30-45 minutes for a shower stop including queue time during peak periods.

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