Private jet charter at Houston Hobby (HOU)
Hobby is about 20 minutes from downtown Houston and has several private terminals. It is the usual choice for the city centre and the Texas Medical Center. Every private jet charter at Houston Hobby is quoted with landing and handling fees included.
Airport facts
Houston Hobby at a glance. Give the ICAO code KHOU to any operator or flight planner, as pilots file flight plans with it.
| IATA code | HOU |
|---|---|
| ICAO code | KHOU |
| City | Houston |
| Country | United States |
| Traffic | Airlines and private jets, separate private terminal |
| Coordinates | 29.6454, -95.2789 |
| Longest runway | 7,602 ft (2,317 m) |
| Elevation | 46 ft (14 m) |
Airlines use the main terminal, while private jet passengers go through a separate FBO with its own security and customs. You never mix with airline queues.
Before you fly
A few things to know before a private flight from Houston Hobby. Most of them save time on the day.
- Sugar Land suits the Galleria and the west side.
- Summer storms can cause short delays in the afternoon.
- Arrive 15 to 20 minutes before departure. Your advisor confirms the exact terminal and driver access.
- Bring a passport for international flights. Customs is handled at the private terminal.
Your advisor sends the exact terminal address and a contact for the handling agent with your booking. Drivers can usually wait right next to the aircraft.
Routes from Houston Hobby
Popular private jet routes from Houston Hobby and the other Houston airports. Each shows the flight time and the lowest one way price.
- Houston to Cabo 2 h 50 min, from $9,600
- Houston to Cancun 2 h 15 min, from $7,800
- Dallas to Houston 1 h 10 min, from $3,300
- New York to Houston 3 h 30 min, from $14,600
- Houston to Las Vegas 3 h 05 min, from $12,800
Prices cover the whole aircraft, not a seat. Want to fly from HOU somewhere else? Send your trip and we will quote it.
Nearby airports
If Houston Hobby is busy or has no slot at your time, these private jet airports are the closest alternatives. Distances are in a straight line.
Sugar Land Regional
SGR / KSGR · business aviation only
Sugar Land Regional is a business airport southwest of Houston with no scheduled airline traffic. It is handy for the Galleria, River Oaks and the west side.
23 miles from HOU
Airport detailsAustin Bergstrom
AUS / KAUS
Austin Bergstrom has private terminals away from the airline halls, about 15 minutes from downtown. The Circuit of the Americas is about 15 minutes away too.
148 miles from HOU
Airport detailsDallas Love Field
DAL / KDAL
Love Field is close to Highland Park and Uptown and has several large FBOs. Most private flights into Dallas use it.
240 miles from HOU
Airport detailsSwitching airports can lower landing fees or open up more aircraft. Your advisor checks them on every quote.
Houston Hobby private jet FAQ
Quick answers about flying private through Houston Hobby (HOU). They cover landing rights, codes, distance to Houston and the nearest alternatives.
Can private jets land at Houston Hobby?
Yes. Houston Hobby handles airline traffic too, but private passengers use a separate terminal with their own security and customs.
What are the airport codes for Houston Hobby?
The IATA code is HOU and the ICAO code is KHOU. Pilots and operators use the ICAO code in flight plans.
How far is Houston Hobby from Houston?
Hobby is about 20 minutes from downtown Houston and has several private terminals. It is the usual choice for the city centre and the Texas Medical Center.
What are the nearest alternatives to Houston Hobby?
Sugar Land Regional (SGR) is 23 miles away. Austin Bergstrom (AUS) is 148 miles away. Dallas Love Field (DAL) is 240 miles away.
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