AIRPORT ADVISORY

Arrive early and allow extra time for security screening.

Nov 4, 2025

Arrive early and allow extra time for security screening.

As a result of the federal government shutdown, Houston Airports encourages all passengers to arrive early and allow extra time for security screening at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and William P. Hobby Airport (HOU).

• TSA wait times may exceed 45 minutes at IAH.
• TSA wait times may exceed 20 minutes at HOU.

At Bush Airport, only TSA checkpoints at Terminals A and E will be open for passengers. TSA PreCheck and CLEAR are open at both terminals.

At Hobby Airport, passengers may experience reduced screening lanes. TSA PreCheck and CLEAR are open at HOU.

Houston Airports urges passengers to remain flexible as the government shutdown may impact security operations from one day—and even one shift—to the next.

Flying out of Bush Airport? The Subway connects all five terminals, ensuring passengers can access available checkpoints from any terminal. On average, it's a 6 minute walk between Terminals C and E. The Skyway can then connect passengers to their specific gate.

Flying United? United Airlines is advising passengers to check their luggage at Terminal C and then proceed to Terminal E by walking or taking the Subway for security screening. United passengers cannot check in at Terminal A, as the airline does not operate a ticketing counter there.

“We’re grateful for our TSA partners who continue to show incredible professionalism under difficult circumstances,” said Jim Szczesniak, director of aviation for Houston Airports. “We’re working together, shift by shift, to keep passengers moving safely and efficiently during this federal government shutdown. We thank travelers for their patience as the situation evolves.”