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Coming to Houston by air

Houston is serviced by two major airports, George Bush International Airport (IAH) and William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) .

George Bush International Airport (IAH) is Houston's largest airport located approximately 23 miles north of the conference location. IAH is served by 17 passenger airlines, and is the largest hub airport for Continental Airlines. 185 domestic and international destinations are accessible through direct flights from IAH. For more information on the George Bush International Airport, visit http://www.fly2houston.com/iah

We have organized special airfare discounts with Continental Airlines. When booking, use the code ZDZEBRJFBQ. Details about the discount are contained here.

Hobby Airport (HOU) is located approximately 7 miles southeast of downtown Houston. HOU is served by 5 passenger airlines and is the largest hub airport for Southwest Airlines. For more information on the William P. Hobby Airport, visit http://www.fly2houston.com/hobbyHome

Airport Transfers

Shuttle services

There are several airport shuttle services from both airports, including Super Shuttle and Airport Express Shuttle. All have counters at both airports.

Super Shuttle's normal one-way shared van cost to/from IAH is $24 per person, and $19 to/from Hobby. Super Shuttle will also accommodate transfers to private residences.

Airport Express shuttle service rates are comparable but will only accept hotel destinations.

Group rates are available for shuttle services.

Super Shuttle: http://www.supershuttle.com/

Airport Express: http://www.airportexpresshouston.com/ or call (713) 523-8888.

Taxis

Fares from Hobby Airport to the Museum District vary from $24-$28 (plus tip). From Intercontinental, the fare is capped at $48 (plus tip). Please note that if you are arriving with a group of conference participants, it may be more cost-effective to split the taxi fare rather than utilize the shuttle service. The taxi driver will not necessarily tell you that there is a cap on the fare, but there is information in the back of the cab on the zones.

The following taxi services operate out of both airports:

Airport Taxi Service: (281) 444-TAXI
Liberty Cab: (713) 695-6700
Yellow Cab: (713) 236-1111

For more information see: http://www.yellowcabhouston.com/fare_info.html

Public Transport

It is possible to take a Houston Metro bus from IAH or Hobby. From Bush Intercontinental (IAH), the bus will go downtown, where you can take the metro tram which goes to the conference hotel area. From Hobby, the bus goes through the Medical Center and past the Western end of Rice's campus. The trip from IAH will take almost 2 hours, while from Hobby it will take approximately 45 minutes.

For additional information on ground transportation options from HOU, visit http://www.fly2houston.com/houGroundTransportation

Rental cars

In addition, all major rental car companies operate out of either airport.