Travelers flying out of George Bush Intercontinental Airport and William P. Hobby Airport could soon see several changes designed to make getting to and through Houston’s airports easier.
Houston Airports announced six improvement projects focused on upgrading technology, expanding airport capacity and addressing common travel frustrations.
At Bush Intercontinental Airport, one of the biggest changes will be new technology designed to speed up the customs process for Global Entry members.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection has confirmed the airport will receive Global Entry walk-through technology in December. The system uses facial comparison technology to verify eligible travelers as they move through the process, eliminating the need to stop at a traditional kiosk.
Bush Airport is also planning improvements to its cell-phone waiting lot. The proposed upgrades include a rebuilt waiting area with restrooms, food options and fuel services, giving drivers more amenities while waiting to pick up arriving passengers.
Meanwhile, Hobby Airport is moving forward with its nearly $500 million West Concourse expansion.
The project will add seven new gates and is expected to begin opening in phases in early 2027. The expansion also includes a new baggage-handling system and a covered walkway connecting the parking garage to the terminal.
The improvements are part of a broader effort by Houston Airports to improve the passenger experience, increase capacity and make airport operations more efficient.
The Global Entry technology is expected to roll out at Bush in December, while the Hobby Airport expansion remains on track for its planned 2027 opening.
