Car Rentals
Car Rentals in Houston
Renting a car for an event in Houston? This page covers the 2 airports that serve the city and how far each is from downtown, the nearest airport to 8 of its busiest venues, the stadium parking we sell, and what is on. The car itself is booked on Expedia, which compares the rental companies at the airport you choose.
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Houston: the airport closest to downtown is William P. Hobby Airport (HOU), 15 km (10 mi) from the city centre; IAH is 25 km (16 mi).
Where to pick up a car in Houston
Airport rental counters keep the longest hours, so the airport you land at is usually the place to collect the car. Distances are in a straight line from the city centre.
| Airport | Code | From the city centre |
|---|---|---|
| William P. Hobby Airport | HOU | 15 km (10 mi) |
| George Bush Intercontinental Airport | IAH | 25 km (16 mi) |
Airport to venue: the drive
The busiest venues in and around Houston, each with the airport nearest to it. A stadium in the suburbs is often closer to a different airport than downtown is.
| Venue | Nearest airport |
|---|---|
| Sarofim Hall - Hobby Center | HOU, 16 km (10 mi) |
| Emerald Theatre - Houston | HOU, 15 km (10 mi) |
| Jones Hall for the Performing Arts | HOU, 15 km (10 mi) |
| Brown Theater at Wortham Center | HOU, 16 km (10 mi) |
| The Improv - Houston | HOU, 24 km (15 mi) |
| Punch Line Comedy Club - Houston | HOU, 15 km (9 mi) |
| Daikin Park | HOU, 15 km (9 mi) |
| House Of Blues - Houston | HOU, 15 km (9 mi) |
Driving to a game? Book the parking
Stadium lots fill up for big games. These parking passes are on sale on StubOrder, game by game.
Upcoming Houston events
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White Oak Music Hall - Upstairs, Houston, Texas
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Warehouse Live Midtown, Houston, Texas
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House Of Blues - Houston, Houston, Texas
From about $42.00View TicketsDrunk Dracula
Emerald Theatre - Houston, Houston, Texas
From about $123.00View TicketsHolmes - Comedian
Punch Line Comedy Club - Houston, Houston, Texas
Romeo and Juliet
Hubbard Stage - Alley Theatre, Houston, Texas
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Frequently asked questions
Which airport is nearest Sarofim Hall - Hobby Center?
HOU, 16 km (10 mi) away in a straight line. The table above has the nearest airport for the other big venues in Houston.
Can I rent a car on StubOrder?
Not directly. Car rentals are booked on Expedia through the link on this page, and StubOrder may earn a commission when you do. Your event tickets are always a separate purchase.
Can I buy parking for Reliant Stadium?
Yes. Parking passes for games at Reliant Stadium are on sale on StubOrder, listed game by game on its parking page.
Which airport is closest to downtown Houston?
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) is 15 km (10 mi) from the city centre in a straight line; IAH is 25 km (16 mi).
