Taxi Houston Airport
Ready for some heat, barbecue, and a roaring sports game? After landing at the Houston Intercontinental Airport (IAH), the fastest way to get your Texan adventure started is by jumping in a Houston Airport taxi service.
Taxi service is available at the Arrivals Level of Terminals A, B, C, and E. Each Terminal has Transportation Agents that will assist you in finding a ride. It’s about 30 minutes to downtown depending on traffic, or an hour to the NASA Johnson Space Center.
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How much does a taxi cost?
| Taxi prices | Day time (05:00 - 24:00) | Night time (00:00 - 05:00) | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| HOUSTON AIRPORT (IAH) TO DOWNTOWN | 50 € | 52 € | 30 MIN |
| HOUSTON AIRPORT (IAH) TO NASA JOHNSON SPACE CENTER | 100 € | 102 € | 60 MIN |
| HOUSTON AIRPORT (IAH) TO SHELDON LAKE STATE PARK | 40 € | 42 € | 20 MIN |
| HOUSTON AIRPORT (IAH) TO HOUSTONN ZOO | 50 € | 52 € | 30 MIN |
Houston Airport Taxi Rates
If you’re planning to take a taxi from Houston Airport, you’ll be pleased to know that several companies offer flat rates to downtown Houston for $55 to $60 (€50 to €55). If your destination is outside of the downtown core, the base fare will be calculated with a taximeter. The base fare in Houston is $2.75 (€2.50) and the per-kilometer fee is $1.20 (€1.10).
It’s worth noting that both flat and metered rates will be higher if you have extra passengers or luggage. A van cab for 6 passengers will cost closer to $65–$75 (€59–€68). Since tipping is customary in Texas, remember that you should be adding around 15% of the fee to the final payment for the driver. Between the hours of 20:00 and 0:600, some drivers will add a nighttime fee of $1.00–$2.00 (approximately €0.91–€1.82) to the fare.
To spare the guessing and ensure a competitive fixed fare with no hidden fees, you can always pre-book your Houston Airport taxi with Welcome Pickups.
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How to take a taxi from Houston Airport
Taxis at IAH are available from the Arrivals level of several terminals. We’ll give you the specifics for each below, but if you have any trouble finding the appropriate door for your terminal, you can always consult one of the Transportation Agents on duty throughout the airport!
Each taxi rank is located on the south side of the terminals. Terminal A’s rank is through Door A-115, Terminal B’s is through Door B-103, Terminal C’s is C-105, and Terminal E is E-103 B. Always follow the signs that say “Ground Transportation” after exiting Baggage Claim. Once you arrive at the rank service is first-come-first-serve and the cabs will be lined up waiting for passengers.
If that seems like a bit too much of a headache for you, you can pre-book a ride with Welcome Pickups! That way you’ll not only get a fixed fee, but your driver will meet you in Baggage Claim and help you navigate the airport to your prepaid cab.
Helpful Airport Taxi Houston tips
- Taxis are available at the Arrivals level of each terminal on the south side near Ground Transportation, with ranks at Door A-115 for Terminal A, B-103 for Terminal B, C-105 for Terminal C, and E-103 B for Terminal E.
- If you're unsure where to go, consult the friendly Transportation Agents stationed throughout the airport to guide you to the right door.
- Taxis operate on a first-come-first-serve basis, so simply join the line and wait for the next available cab if you haven't pre-arranged a pickup service.
- Confirm your fare to your destination, such as the flat rate of $55–$60 USD to Downtown Houston, and ask about any extra fees, such as airport or nighttime surcharges.
- Be prepared with your exact destination address to help the driver take the most direct route to your location.
- If you like, you can request a receipt at the end of your trip for expense tracking. It's polite to tip around 15% for good service.
Houston Airport Taxi to a Hotel
Feeling anxious about navigating a new city? We hear you. Landing in Houston and spending your first moments juggling heavy bags, figuring out public transportation, and deciphering a complicated terminal system isn’t the best way to start a trip.
By choosing a door-to-door taxi service from Houston Airport, you can leave all that stress behind. Treat yourself!