George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) is presently served by 17 scheduled passenger airlines. Numerous passenger charter airlines also operate through the airport.

In 2008, nearly 42 million passengers were served by Houston's largest airport.  This convenient passenger gateway is the largest hub airport for Continental Airlines, and numerous other carriers also offer domestic and international air service.

Over 185 domestic and international destinations are accessible through nonstop or direct flights from IAH. An expanding portfolio of air routes and destinations promise to keep Bush Intercontinental Airport as the South Central United States' air transportation gateway to the world.