Does the Houston airport have a Centurion Lounge?

George Bush Intercontinental Airport has a Centurion Lounge in Concourse D near gate D12 that is open daily from 6 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Does the Houston airport have a United Club?

George Bush Intercontinental Airport has 5 United Club lounges: Terminal A, across from gate A9: Open from 7:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Terminal B, south mezzanine, above the United Express ticket desk: Temporarily closed until further notice Terminal C, near gate C1: Open from 5:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Terminal C, near gate C33: Open from 5:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Terminal E, between gates E11 and E12: Open from 5:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. There is also a Polaris lounge in Terminal E between the United Club and Gate E12, along with a United Club Fly in Terminal B (open from 5:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily)

Does the Houston airport have showers?

Showers at IAH are available in the United Polaris Lounge and the Centurion Lounge for eligible passengers.

How many lounges does IAH have?

There are 14 lounges at George Bush Intercontinental Airport: Admirals Club Air France Lounge Centurion Lounge HAS Executive Club KLM Crown Lounge Minute Suites United Club (5 locations) United Club Fly United Polaris Lounge USO Lounge

Full List of Airport Lounges at Houston’s George Bush Intercontinental Airport [IAH]

Updated: August 10, 2026, 4:55am CDT

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Table of Contents

Key Takeaways
IAH Terminal Map
Air France Lounge
American Airlines Admirals Club
Be Relax Spa
Centurion Lounge
HAS Executive Club
KLM Crown Lounge
Minute Suites
United Club
United Club Fly
United Polaris Lounge
USO Lounge
Connecting Between Terminals for Lounge Access
Best Credit Cards To Access Priority Pass Lounges
Final Thoughts

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Key Takeaways

George Bush Intercontinental (IAH) features 14 lounges, including United Clubs, the American Airlines Admirals Club, and the Centurion Lounge.
The United Polaris Lounge stands out for premium passengers, offering elevated services like à la carte dining, shower suites, and daybeds.
Priority Pass members can access the Air France Lounge, the KLM Crown Lounge, and Minute Suites.

George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) in Houston served 62 million passengers in 2025. Of the nearly 30 passenger airlines that operate from IAH, United Airlines uses the airport as its second-largest hub, and Spirit Airlines used it as a focus city.

IAH Terminal Map

George Bush International Airport Terminal Map — George Bush Intercontinental Airport terminal map. Image Credit: George Bush Intercontinental Airport

IAH Airport Lounges by Terminal

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Terminal	Lounges
Terminal A	American Airlines Admirals Club United Club
Terminal B	United Club (temporarily closed) United Club Fly
Terminal C	United Club (North Concourse) United Club (South Concourse) Minute Suites
Terminal D	Air France Lounge Be Relax Spa Centurion Lounge HAS Executive Club KLM Crown Lounge USO Lounge
Terminal E	United Club United Polaris Lounge

Hot Tip: For information on airport facilities, connecting between terminals, hotels, and more, take a look at our ultimate terminal guide to George Bush Intercontinental Airport.

Air France Lounge

Location: Terminal D, opposite gate D18
Opening hours: Daily from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Air France Lounge Facilities

Newspapers and magazines
Self-serve snacks, soups, and salads
Self-serve soft and alcoholic drinks
VIP Area for La Première members
Wi-Fi

Air France Lounge Access

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Access Type	Details	Fees and Policies
Day pass	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card.	$50 or 6,000 miles Passengers must be flying on an Air France, KLM, or Delta-operated flight.
Business class	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card.	Valid when traveling on an international Air France, KLM, or SkyTeam flight Guests may purchase a day pass.
La Première first class	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card. Passengers may bring 1 guest.	Valid when traveling on an international Air France, KLM, or SkyTeam flight The guest must be traveling on an international Air France, KLM, or SkyTeam-operated flight and must be departing from the same hall as the passenger.
Flying Blue Gold and Platinum elites	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card. Passengers may bring 1 child aged 2 to 17 years and 1 guest.
SkyTeam Elite Plus	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card. Passengers may bring 1 guest.
Priority Pass and Lounge Club	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card.	Passengers may access the lounge for a maximum of 3 hours. Cardholders must be 21 years old. Children under 2 are admitted free of charge. Priority Pass membership: Standard $99, Standard Plus $329, Prestige $469

Air France Lounge Access House Rules

Unaccompanied minors cannot access lounges.
Lounge access is only permitted on departure, not on arrival.
Passengers can only access the lounge in their departure terminal.

Keep reading for more information on Air France Lounge’s full list of house rules.

American Airlines Admirals Club

Admirals Club IAH bar — Admirals Club IAH. Image Credit: Keri Stooksbury

Location: Terminal A, near gate A25 and A26
Opening hours: Daily from 4:15 a.m. to 7:45 p.m.

American Airlines Admirals Club Lounge Facilities

Buffet food
Business services
Conference room (fee applies)
Full-service bar
Newspapers and magazines
Premium food and drink for purchase
Seating with built-in power outlets
TVs
Wi-Fi

American Airlines Admirals Club Lounge Access

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Access Type	Details	Fees and Policies
Day pass	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card. Passengers can bring up to 3 children (under 18).	$79 or 7,900 AAdvantage miles Passengers must be flying with American Airlines or a Oneworld partner airline.
Admirals Club members	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card. Members can bring their immediate family (including spouse and children under 18) or up to 2 guests.	Flight must be marketed or operated by American Airlines or a Oneworld partner airline. Annual membership fee AAdvantage: $850 (85,000 miles) AAdvantage Gold: $825 (82,500 miles) AAdvantage Platinum: $800 (80,000 miles) AAdvantage Platinum Pro: $775 (77,500 miles) AAdvantage Executive Platinum: $750 (75,000 miles)
First and business class passengers	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card for an international flight.	Flight must be marketed and operated by American Airlines or a Oneworld partner airline, or marketed by Aer Lingus and operated by American.
AAdvantage Executive Platinum, Platinum Pro, and Platinum elites	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card for an international flight, traveling in any cabin. Eligible passengers are permitted to bring 1 guest (infants under 2 are admitted for free).	Flight must be marketed and operated by American Airlines or a Oneworld partner airline, or marketed by Aer Lingus and operated by American.
Oneworld Emerald and Sapphire elites	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card for international flights, traveling in any cabin. Eligible passengers are permitted to bring 1 guest (infants under 2 are admitted for free).	Flight must be marketed and operated by American Airlines or a Oneworld partner airline. Passengers may not access the lounge if traveling solely on North American routes.
Citi^® / AAdvantage^® Executive World Elite Mastercard^® cardmembers and authorized users ($175 per year)	Cardholders receive a free Admirals Club membership with this credit card. The cardmember receives unlimited access to any Admirals Club when traveling on a same-day flight, along with immediate family (including spouse and children under 18) or up to 2 guests.	Annual fee: $595 (annually) Must present the physical credit card and a boarding pass for same-day travel.
Citi^® / AAdvantage^® Globe™ Mastercard^®	Cardholders receive 4 Admirals Club Globe passes every calendar year.	Annual fee: $350 Valid on any cabin class Pass is valid for 24 hours. Up to 3 children under age 18 may enter the lounge when traveling with an adult redeeming a pass.
Citi Strata Elite℠ Card	Cardholders receive 4 Admirals Club passes every calendar year.	Annual fee: $595 Passengers receive unlimited access to any Admirals Club when traveling on a same-day flight. Passengers may be accompanied by up to 3 children under 18 years. Each companion 18 or older require 1 pass. Flight must be marketed or operated by American Airlines or any Oneworld partner airline
Military	Uniformed military personnel with a same-day boarding card can access the lounge. Passengers can bring immediate family members (including spouse and children under 18) or up to 2 guests.	Valid on an American Airlines-operated flight

American Airlines Admirals Club House Rules

A same-day boarding pass is required for a flight marketed or operated by American Airlines, Japan Airlines, or any Oneworld airline.
Guests must have appropriate access to the required terminal or concourse, as gate passes will not be issued for entry.
Existing Admirals Club Lifetime members may access the Admirals Club with same-day travel on any airline.
A government-issued photo ID is required along with the relevant access card (e.g., AAdvantage membership card or number) and a same-day boarding pass.

Read the full list of American Airlines’ house rules.

Hot Tip: Take a look at our full list of U.S. American Airlines Admirals Clubs to see which airports you can find lounges in

Be Relax Spa

Location: Terminal D, near gate D1
Opening hours: Daily from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Available Treatments

Beauty: Waxing, Facial
Massages: Be Back, Be Uplifted, Be Relax, Be Up, Be Feet
Nail care: Classic manicure, express manicure, men’s manicure, classic pedicure, express pedicure

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Access Type	Details	Fees and Policies
Priority Pass	Passengers may access the lounge 1 time with a same-day boarding pass. Cardholders can’t register guests. Only included if your membership includes airport experiences.	N/A

Eligible Priority Pass members can choose 1 of the following complimentary treatments:

Be Back 15-minute lounger massage plus O2
Be Back 30-minute lounger massage
Be Feet 10-minute lounger massage plus O2
Polish change plus hand massage

Centurion Lounge

Location: Terminal D, mezzanine, near gate D12
Opening hours: Daily from 6 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Centurion Lounge Facilities

Business services
Day beds
Family room
Full-service bar
Phone rooms
Self-serve buffet with hot and cold dishes
Showers with toiletries

Centurion Lounge Access

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Access Type	Details	Fees and Policies
Platinum Card^® from American Express	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card, no more than 3 hours before departure. Complimentary guest access for up to 2 guests per visit is unlocked after spending $75,000 in a year.	Annual fee: $895 (rates & fees) Passengers may be flying with any carrier. Guest passes may be purchased for $50 per adult or $30 per child (ages 2 to 17).
The Business Platinum Card^® from American Express		Annual fee: $895 (rates & fees) Passengers may be flying with any carrier. Guest passes may be purchased for $50 per adult or $30 per child.
Delta SkyMiles^® Reserve American Express Card	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card, no more than 3 hours before departure. Passengers may bring 2 guests at a charge of $50 per person for those aged 18 and over, and $30 per person for children aged 2-17.	Annual fee: $650 (rates & fees) Passengers may be flying with any carrier.
Delta SkyMiles^® Reserve Business American Express Card		Annual fee: $650 (rates & fees) Passengers may be flying with any carrier.
Centurion^® Card from American Express	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card, no more than 3 hours before departure. Passengers may bring 2 guests or immediate family (spouse or domestic partner, and children under 18) at no additional charge.	Annual fee: $5,000 per year plus a one-time joining fee of $10,000 (for U.S. users) Passengers may be flying with any carrier. Guest passes may be purchased for $50 per adult or $30 per child.

* The information regarding the Centurion^® Card from American Express was independently collected by Upgraded Points and was neither provided nor reviewed by the issuer.

Centurion Lounge House Rules

Guests are not permitted to access the lounge or remain in the lounge without the cardholder.
Complimentary guest access quota is per day.
Children under 2 are admitted free of charge.
As of July 8, 2026, guests must be on the same flight as the eligible cardholder, and the maximum layover duration increased to 5 hours.

Read the full list of house rules on Amex’s website.

Hot Tip: As demand is so high, there are Centurion Lounges opening up all over the U.S. Check out the full list of where to find Centurion Lounges here, and see our specific review of the Houston location here.

HAS Executive Club

Location: Terminal D, near gate D12
Opening hours: Daily from 12 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.

HAS Executive Club Facilities

Bar
Business center
Newspapers and magazines
Self-serve buffet with hot and cold dishes
TV room

HAS Executive Club Access

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Access Type	Details	Fees and Policies
Business and First Class Passengers	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card.	Valid flying with Air China, Emirates, EVA Air, Lufthansa, or Qatar Airways
Elite Tier Frequent Flyers for Air China, Emirates, EVA Air, Lufthansa, or Qatar Airways

KLM Crown Lounge

Location: Terminal D, near gate D15
Opening Hours: Daily from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.

KLM Crown Lounge Facilities

Business services
Coffee station
Luggage storage and closet
Newspapers and magazines
Self-serve soft and alcoholic drinks
Snacks and sandwiches
TVs
Wi-Fi

KLM Crown Lounge Access

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Access Type	Details	Fees and Policies
Day Pass	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card. Valid flying with any airline	€50 to €75 fee Can be purchased at the lounge reception, but is subject to capacity
Priority Pass		Passengers may access the lounge for a maximum of 3 hours. Cardholders must be 21 years old. Children under 2 are admitted free of charge. Priority Pass membership: Standard $99, Standard Plus $329, Prestige $469
Business Class Standard or Flex	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card.	Valid when flying on a KLM-operated flight
Flying Blue Platinum or Gold Member	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card. Passengers may bring 1 guest free of charge.	Valid when flying on a KLM flight, operated by a (SkyTeam) partner
SkyTeam Elite Plus		Valid when flying on a SkyTeam-operated flight
Flying Blue Ultimate	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card. Passengers may bring guests free of charge.	Valid when flying on a KLM flight, operated by a (SkyTeam) partner

Minute Suites

Locations:

Concourse C, near gate C14

Opening Hours: 24 hours daily

Minute Suites Facilities

DirecTV and Netflix
Minibar with drinks and snacks available to purchase
Private room with daybed and pullout trundle (sleeps 2)
Showers available for an additional fee
Wi-Fi
Amazon Alexa

Minute Suites Access

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Access	Details	Fees and Policy
Day pass	Valid for passengers traveling on any airline	1 hour: $65 Additional 15-minute increments: $16.25 ($13.75 per 15 minutes after 2 hours) Military personnel and veterans receive a reduced rate.
Priority Pass	Valid for passengers traveling on any airline	Passengers may access a suite for a 1-hour stay. This can only be booked on arrival and is subject to availability. Additional hours may be purchased for a discounted rate of $40. Up to 3 guests may accompany the member in the same suite. Priority Pass membership: Standard $99, Standard Plus $329, Prestige $469

Minute Suites Rules

Up to 4 guests are permitted in specific suites.
Members may be asked to present a credit card to cover any incidentals.
Discounted rates are offered to pilots, airline employees, and the military.
Nursing and pumping mothers may stay free of charge for 30 minutes.

United Club

George Bush Intercontinental Airport has 5 United Club Lounges:

Terminal A, across from gate A9: Open from 7:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Terminal B, south mezzanine, above the United Express ticket desk: Closed until further notice.
Terminal C, near gate C1: Open from 5:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Terminal C, near gate C33: Open from 5:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Terminal E, between gates E11 and E12: Open from 5:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.

United Club Facilities

Bar serving soft and alcoholic drinks
Business services
Children’s area (Concourse E lounge)
Coffee station
Newspapers and magazines
Self-serve snacks
TVs
Wi-Fi

United Club Lounge Access

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Access Type	Details	Fees and Policies
Day pass	Passengers must present a same-day boarding pass from United or a partner airline to enter a United Club location with a one-time pass.	$59 (purchased online or at the door) United℠ Explorer Card and United℠ Business Card come with 2 United Club one-time passes per year Passengers must be traveling on a United, Star Alliance, or contracted partner flight. Passengers can use their passes only within 3 hours of their departure flight, except during connections, and do not have access to United Club Fly locations.
United Club membership	Members have access (when arriving or departing) to United Club lounges with a same-day boarding card on United, Star Alliance, or contracted partner airlines. An individual membership does not include guests unless you have an eligible United credit card. All Access membership includes up to 2 adult guests or 1 adult and children under 18.	Individual membership: GS member, Premier 1K, Premier Platinum, Regular member, Premier Silver, and Premier Gold: $750 (94,000 miles) annual fee All Access membership, GS member: $1,100 (125,000 miles) annual fee All Access membership, Premier 1K: $1,200 (150,000 miles) annual fee All Access membership, Premier Platinum: $1,300 (163,000 miles) annual fee All Access membership, Regular member, Premier Gold, Premier Silver: $1,400 (175,000 miles) annual fee United Club℠ Card and United Club℠ Business Card: Included (earn All Access membership via status or yearly spend) Members must be traveling on a United, Star Alliance, or contracted partner flight for access.
United Polaris business class	Passengers can access the United Club with a same-day boarding pass at their departure, connecting, and arrival airports.	Valid on United-operated flights
United business class (international flights)	Passengers can access the United Club with a same-day boarding pass at their departure, connecting, and arrival airports. Also applies to passengers traveling to/from Canada in United First	Valid on United-operated flights
United business class (transcontinental flights)	Passengers can access the United Club with a same-day boarding pass at their departure and arrival airports for their premium transcontinental flight. Only premium transcontinental flights between New York/Newark and Los Angeles and New York/Newark and San Francisco are eligible.	Valid on United-operated flights
First class on a Star Alliance airline	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding pass at the departure airport of an international flight. Passengers are permitted to bring 1 guest.	Passengers must be traveling on a Star Alliance airline.
Business class on a Star Alliance airline	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card at the departure airport of an international flight.	Passengers must be traveling on a Star Alliance airline
United MileagePlus Gold status and above	Passengers can access any United Club with a same-day boarding pass for an international flight. Access is possible at the departure and connection airports of their international flight. Passengers are permitted to bring 1 guest traveling on the same flight.	Passengers must be traveling on a Star Alliance airline.
Star Alliance Gold status and above	Passengers can access any United Club with a same-day boarding pass for a domestic or international flight. Access is only at the departure airport. Passengers are permitted to bring 1 guest traveling on the same flight.	Passengers must be traveling on a Star Alliance airline.
Active U.S. military personnel	Requires a valid Common Access Card (CAC ID)	Passengers must be traveling on a United or United Express flight. Travel booked on an official government-sponsored travel using a government fare type
Air Canada Maple Leaf Club members	Passengers can access any United Club with a same-day boarding card. Maple Leaf Club North America members can access lounges in U.S. locations only. Maple Leaf Club Worldwide members can access lounges in worldwide locations and may bring 1 guest.	Passengers must be traveling on a Star Alliance airline.
Virgin Australia Velocity (Velocity Gold, Platinum, and VIP)	Passengers must have a valid same-day boarding pass. Eligible members traveling on a United-operated flight may bring 1 guest.	Passengers must be traveling on an international United or Virgin Australia-operated flight departing from the same airport.

United Club House Rules

A same-day boarding pass is required for a flight operated by United, a Star Alliance member, or a contracted partner airline.
United Club members with an individual membership cannot bring a guest unless they have an eligible United credit card.
All Access members can be accompanied by 1 adult and children under 18 or up to 2 adult guests.
Guests must be 21 to access a U.S. club with a self-serve bar. The only exception is if they are traveling with another member who is over 21.
Day pass guests may bring 1 infant under 2 free of charge.
Day pass guests may be refused entry if the lounge is at or nearing capacity.

Read the full list of United Club house rules.

United Club Fly

Location: Terminal B, near gates B12 to B20
Opening hours: Daily from 5:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.

United Club Fly Facilities

Grab-and-go food and beverages
Wi-Fi

United Club Fly Access

Please see the previous table for United Club.

United Club Fly House Rules

Guests of eligible members:
- Individual membership includes no guests
- Club card membership includes 1 guest
- All Access membership includes 2 guests

United Polaris Lounge

Location: Terminal E, near gate E12
Opening hours: Daily from 5:30 a.m. to 8:15 p.m.

À la carte dining
Business services
Daybeds with Saks Fifth Avenue bedding
Full-service bar including beer, wine, spirits, and barista coffee
Newspapers and magazines
Self-serve buffet with hot and cold options
Shower suites with amenities
Wi-Fi
Work stations

United Polaris Lounge Access

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Access Type	Details	Fees and Policies
United Polaris business class	Passengers may access the lounge with a same-day boarding card, departing for a flight or connecting or at the arrival airport.	Valid for international flights on a United-operated flight
Star Alliance international first class	Passengers may access the lounge with a same-day boarding card at the departure airport for an international flight Passengers may be accompanied by 1 guest.	Valid for international flights on a Star Alliance-operated flight
Star Alliance international business class	Passengers may access the lounge with a same-day boarding card at the departure airport for an international flight.

United Polaris House Rules

United Polaris is available on transpacific or transatlantic flights and on flights from the U.S. to Buenos Aires, Lima, Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo, and Santiago.
Passengers flying on discounted industry fares or staff travel tickets are not permitted in the lounge.
For Star Alliance admission, long-haul international routes are classified as U.S. to Asia, Australia, Europe, and select South American countries (Argentina, Brazil, Chile, and Peru).

Read the full list of house rules on United’s website.

Hot Tip: Check out our review of the United Polaris lounge at George Bush Intercontinental Airport in Houston.

USO Lounge

USO IAH Terminal D interior — USO Lounge IAH. Image Credit: Keri Stooksbury

Location: Terminal D, near gate D8 post-security
Opening hours: Daily from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.

USO Lounge Facilities

Books and magazines
Children’s room
Gaming
Refreshments
Snacks
TVs
Wi-Fi
Work areas with computers

USO Lounge Access

The USO Lounge is available to active duty, guard, reserve military and their dependents, and retired military.

Connecting Between Terminals for Lounge Access

George Bush International Airport Skytrain — George Bush Intercontinental Airport Skyway map. Image Credit: George Bush Intercontinental Airport

Connecting between terminals at IAH is pretty easy by riding the Skyway. As it operates within the secure area, passengers do not need to reclear security, which is ideal for hopping over to another terminal to use a lounge. This excludes passengers arriving on international flights or those who need to collect luggage between flights.

Hot Tip:

If lounge access is important to you, see our detailed list of the best credit cards for getting into airport lounges.

Best Credit Cards To Access Priority Pass Lounges

Frequent travelers know that a Priority Pass Select membership is one of the best airport lounge memberships you can have, thanks to it granting access to over 1,800 airport experiences worldwide. From free food to free drinks, plus a comfortable and quiet place to relax, who wouldn’t want Priority Pass lounge access?

If you want to get Priority Pass™ lounge access via a credit card, in our view the very best card to do so with is the Amex Platinum card. Why is the Amex Platinum card our top pick? Because in addition to Priority Pass lounges (upon enrollment), the Amex Platinum card grants you access to several other airport lounge networks, including Amex Centurion Lounges, 10 visits a year to Delta Sky Clubs (when flying Delta, plus the ability to unlock unlimited visits), Plaza Premium Lounges, and Escape Lounges.

Depending on what you’re looking for out of a credit card, the Chase Sapphire Reserve^® might be a better fit for you.

Curious about what other options you have? Here are several other credit cards that offer access to Priority Pass lounges:

Enrollment may be required before you can access Priority Pass lounges.

Final Thoughts

George Bush Intercontinental Airport is Houston’s busiest airport, so the demand for lounges from business and leisure travelers is high. As United’s second-largest hub, it’s not surprising that the airline has a United Club in every concourse that it operates out of and a Polaris Lounge for premium passengers and elite frequent flyers.

Passengers flying on any airline may pay to access the KLM Crown Lounge in Terminal D, and a few other lounges allow day access, depending on whether you’re flying with a Star Alliance or SkyTeam airline.