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Whether you're traveling for a few days or a few weeks, William P Hobby Airport (HOU) offers a range of secure and convenient airport parking options.
NOTE: Once garage parking capacity reaches 85%, only pre-booked reservations will be permitted to park.
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How Parking Works at HOU: A Complete Guide
Here’s a clear breakdown of all available options, rates, and convenient services.
Navigating HOU parking doesn’t need to be a hassle. William P. Hobby Airport offers simple, convenient airport parking solutions right on-site, designed to match your budget and travel preferences. Here’s a clear breakdown of all available options, rates, and convenient services.
1. Terminal Garages
- Location: Next to the terminals for simple and convenient self-parking.
- Rates:
- $5 per hour
- $25 per day (max)
***Save when you book your parking online. Rates are subject to change. Reserve your holiday parking; discounted rates will not be available on reservations from 12/15/2025 to 1/1/2025.
**Recommended for: Passengers prioritizing proximity and convenience.
2. Valet Parking
- Location: Second level of the terminal Red Garage.
- Rates:
- 0-2 hrs: $15
- 2-24 hrs: $29
- Included in Valet:
- Free bottle of water, covered parking spaces, advance online parking reservations, accepts major credit cards, car wash services available
Recommended for: Frequent travelers seeking fast and efficient drop-off and pickup.
3. ecopark
- Location: HOU ecopark is a short distance away from the HOU airport terminal, follow signs for ecopark upon arrival to the airport.
- Rate: $10/day
Recommended for: Budget-conscious travelers comfortable with a quick shuttle ride.
Other HOU Parking Benefits
Parking Plus
- What it is: Earn points whenever every time you park at IAH and HOU. Redeem these for free parking as you earn your points.
- Recommended for: Frequent fliers looking to turn parking into extra rewards.
EV Charging
- On-site: Available in terminal garages. Blue Garage: Level 2, Row D. Red Garage: Only available when using the valet service on Level 2
- How it works: Customers will need a Blink InCard or smartphone to use them. Blink InCards can be obtained at blinknetwork.com. Customers using smartphones can scan a QR code from the touchscreen to receive a Blink Guest Code.
- Benefits: EV Charging sessions are free
Pro Tips for Smooth HOU Parking
- Book parking in advance: Not required for on-site lots, but terminal garage capacity may limit walk-ins during busy times like holidays. Pre-booking ensures a space in peak travel periods.
- EV users: The Blue garage offers easy charging and the Red garage offers charging when using the Valet parking service.
- Choose your lot based on your needs: Need immediate drop-off? Go for valet or terminal garages. On a longer trip and looking for a more budget-friendly option? Try the ecopark and the shuttle service offered to the airport.
Final Thoughts
When it comes to airport parking, simplicity and choices are always the best features. Whether it’s covered convenience or economy value, on-site HOU parking options deliver flexible solutions for every type of travel.
5 Commonly Asked Parking Questions at HOU Airport
Here are answers to 5 commonly asked questions about parking at HOU to help make your trip seamless.
Parking at William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) can be easy and stress-free, if you know how the ticketing, entry/exit, and reservation rules work. Here are answers to 5 commonly asked questions about parking at HOU to help make your trip seamless.
1. Do I need to pull a ticket when I enter the garage?
Yes, unless you're using certain cashless or reservation methods.
When you drive into a terminal garage or many airport parking facilities at HOU, you'll generally pull a ticket at the entrance. That ticket tracks when you entered and is used to calculate your parking fee when you leave. However, Houston Airports offers cashless entry: you can insert an active credit or debit card (Visa, Mastercard, AmEx, etc.) when entering, and then use the same card again upon exit.
Also, if you have a reservation (especially via the HOU Reserve system or QR code system), you may use your reservation credential (QR code, etc.) rather than pulling a paper ticket.
2. What happens if I overstay my reservation?
Overstaying your reserved time usually means you’ll pay extra.
The rate for the time beyond your reserved period is charged at the standard “drive-up” or posted rate for the facility. IAH Airport will calculate the excess time based on actual entry and exit. If you used a reservation with a prepaid rate, that prepaid amount covers only the reservation period. Any time beyond that is additional and billed at the current relevant rate. It’s often a good idea to give yourself a buffer, delays happen! Better to estimate a little extra time so you don’t accidentally overstay.
3. Do I need to take my ticket with me?
Yes.
Keep your ticket with you when you leave your car, until you have exited the parking facility. You’ll need the ticket when you return and are ready to exit; it's required at the pay station or exit lane to validate entry time. If using cashless entry or reservation/QR code, you may not have a physical paper ticket, but you will need your entry credential (card, QR code, reservation confirmation) to exit properly.
4. What happens if I lose my ticket?
Losing your ticket can be inconvenient; here’s what typically happens.
You may be required to pay a lost ticket fee or maximum daily rate, because without the ticket, the parking system cannot verify your exact entry time. Contact parking staff at the exit lane, or via intercom. They’ll help you resolve the issue.
To avoid loss: take a photo of the ticket when you pull it, keep it in a safe place, or use the cashless option where you don’t need a paper ticket.
5. How do I enter and exit the parking area?
Here is the general flow for entering and exiting HOU parking facilities.
Entering:
- Drive up to the entrance gate of the desired garage or parking lot.
- If pulling a ticket: press the button or pull the ticket, the gate opens.
- If using cashless entry: insert an accepted credit/debit card at entrance.
- If you have a reservation, QR code or Parking Plus credential: follow signage or instructions to scan your QR code or enter with the method provided.
Exiting:
- Return to your car and drive toward the exit lane.
- If you have a ticket: insert it into the exit gate reader or into a pay-station first, pay the fee, then proceed to the gate.
- If using cashless entry: use the same credit/debit card you used on entry. The system matches your entry to your card and charges you accordingly upon exit.
- If using reservation/QR code: scan/enter the reservation code or follow the exit instructions specific to the reservation service.
Bonus Tips & Things to Know
- Cash is not accepted at HOU parking for most entry/exit/ticket-related charges. If you only have cash, there is a “cash to card” machine located on Level 2, across from the American Airlines check-in counter, to convert cash to a prepaid card you can use.
- Make a reservation in advance, especially during peak travel days. Garages may reach high capacity, and once they reach 85%, only pre-booked cars may be admitted.
- Always note your vehicle’s location (garage, level, column, etc.), especially if you’ll be away for more than a few hours. This makes finding your car much easier when you return.
Conclusion
Understanding how ticketing, entry/exit, and reservations work will save you time, avoid surprises, and make parking at HOU much smoother. Pull a ticket unless you have a card/QR/reservation option. Keep your ticket or entry credential safe. If lost, expect to pay a standard or maximum rate. Use the correct entrance/exit process for your ticket-method (paper ticket, card, reservation, etc.). For more frequently asked questions, visit our parking page.
