What is the tower frequency at KHOU?

The tower frequency at Hobby is 118.7 MHz.

Does KHOU require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for Hobby (United States).

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Hobby

Hobby (KHOU/HOU) serves Houston, United States. This is a mid-sized airport with 4 runways (04/22, 12L/30R). Field elevation is 46 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Basic Info 7/7

Runways 4/4

Frequencies 3/4

Operations 0/2

Fuel 1/1

Contacts 1/2

Additional Info 8/10

Data last updated: 2024-01-01

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: KHOU
Name: Hobby
Type: medium_airport
Category: International
Latitude: 29.645399
Longitude: -95.2789
Elevation: 46 ft
Country: United States
Municipality: Houston
IATA Code: HOU
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: N/A
Timezone: America/Chicago
Distance from City: 15.3 km
VFR: Yes
IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 04/22

Designation: 04/22
Dimensions: 7602 X 150
Surface: CON
PCN: N/A
Lighting: YES
NAVAIDs: VOR-DME
Approach Types: ILS CAT I, RNAV (GPS), LOC
Remarks: N/A

Runway 12L/30R

Designation: 12L/30R
Dimensions: 5148 X 100
Surface: CON
PCN: N/A
Lighting: YES
NAVAIDs: VOR-DME
Approach Types: ILS CAT I, RNAV (GPS)
Remarks: N/A

Runway 12R/30L

Designation: 12R/30L
Dimensions: 7602 X 150
Surface: ASP
PCN: N/A
Lighting: YES
NAVAIDs: VOR-DME
Approach Types: ILS CAT I, RNAV (GPS)
Remarks: N/A

Runway 17/35

Designation: 17/35
Dimensions: 6000 X 150
Surface: PEM
PCN: N/A
Lighting: YES
NAVAIDs: VOR-DME
Approach Types: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

Tower: 118.700 MHz
Ground: 121.900 MHz
Operations: N/A
Traffic/Approach: N/A
ATIS: 124.600 MHz

Operation Hours

Open: N/A
Close: N/A
Extra Hours On Request: No
Remarks: N/A

Contacts

AIS Tel: N/A
ARO Tel: N/A
MET Tel: N/A
Admin Tel: N/A
Health Tel: N/A
Police Tel: N/A
Authorities Tel: N/A
Website: http://www.fly2houston.com/hobbyHome
Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

Slot Required: No
PPR Required: No
PPR Contact: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Fees

Landing Fee: $6.4 per 1,000 lbs MTOW
Parking Fee: $0.78 per 1,000 lbs MTOW per hour
Handling Mandatory: Yes
Currency: USD
Remarks: FBO services by Signature Flight Support and Atlantic Aviation. Volume discounts may be available. International facility fees additional where applicable.

Fuel Information

Fuel Type: Jet A-1
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-02-18
Remarks: Available from Atlantic Aviation and Signature Flight Support. Contract fuel accepted. Prices subject to market conditions.

Immigration

Port of Entry: Yes
GENDEC Required: Yes
GAR Required: No
Remarks: eAPIS required for all international arrivals/departures. CBP user fee facility with FIS available.

Restrictions

Curfew Start: N/A
Curfew End: N/A
Noise Chapter Min: Chapter 3
Remarks: Voluntary noise abatement procedures between 2200-0700 local. Stage 2 aircraft prohibited. Chapter 3 minimum required.

Alternates

KIAH

ICAO: KIAH
Name: George Bush Intercontinental/Houston
Distance (NM): 20.6
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: eAPIS required. Terminal D/E handles international arrivals. CBP for GA available at FBOs.

Airport Services

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United States Permit Requirements

Fast Landing: 1d

Overflight Permit: No
Landing Permit: Conditional
Overflight Lead Time: N/A
Landing Lead Time: 60 minutes minimum (eAPIS manifest before departure); recommend 24-48 hours for CBP port notification

Private / GA Operations:

No permits required for private non-revenue flights. eAPIS manifest mandatory for all international arrivals/departures.

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the tower frequency at KHOU?: The tower frequency at Hobby is 118.7 MHz.
What fuel is available at KHOU?: Hobby offers Jet A-1.
Does KHOU require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Hobby (United States).

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