The-Terminal-A-Advantage.pptx

Navigating Delta at IAH

The Terminal A Advantage Your essential guide to Delta Air Lines operations at George Bush Intercontinental Airport — from check-in to takeoff.

The Home Base: Terminal A Terminal A is the primary hub for all Delta Air Lines operations at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). The

delta arrival terminal iah is Terminal A, which features two main concourses and 20 gates to efficiently handle domestic and shorthaul international flights.

North Concourse

South Concourse

Primary departure point

Additional gates and full

with TSA PreCheck lanes for

CLEAR availability for

faster security clearance.

expedited screening.

20 Gates Serving domestic and short-haul routes across the Delta network.

Departure Experience: Level 2

Check-In & Security All Delta departures begin on Level 2 of Terminal A, where centralized ticketing and check-in counters streamline your pre-flight routine.

Centralized counters — All Delta check-in and ticketing in one location

TSA PreCheck — Available at the North Concourse checkpoint

CLEAR — Biometric expedited screening available throughout Terminal A

Arrival Logistics: Level 1

Touchdown to Exit After landing, all Delta arrivals are processed on Level 1 of Terminal A. The baggage claim area is centralized and clearly signed, making it easy to collect your bags and head straight to ground transportation.

Baggage Claim

Ground Transport

Baggage Support

Dedicated carousels for all Delta flights

Direct exit to ride-share, taxis, and shuttles

On-site Delta office near carousels for inquiries

The Codeshare Exception Not all flights labeled "Delta" depart from Terminal A. International and partner-operated codeshare flights frequently use Terminal D or E. Always verify your specific gate before heading to the airport.

Terminal A

Terminal D

Standard Delta domestic and

International Delta and partner

short-haul flights

codeshare flights

Terminal E Select partner-operated codeshare departures Confirm your terminal and gate on the official Delta app or airport monitors at least 24 hours before departure.

Mastering Airport Transit IAH's interconnected terminals are linked by two transit systems. Knowing which to use can save you significant time during connections.

Airside: Skyway Connects terminals without re-clearing security

Landside: Subway Serves terminals and Marriott Hotel groundside

The Skyway Train keeps you airside for seamless connections, while the Subway Train serves landside terminal transfers and the Marriott Hotel.

Lounge Access: Delta has no dedicated lounge in Terminal A. To access a Delta Sky Club, transfer to Terminal D via the Skyway Train.

Your Strategy for Success 01

02

Check Your Ticket 24 Hours Ahead

Build in 60–90 Minutes for Connections

Confirm your terminal and gate

Inter-terminal transfers at IAH

status on the Delta app —

require extra time. Use the

codeshare flights may shift

Skyway or Subway train to

terminals.

navigate efficiently.

03

Stay Flexible and Informed Monitor airport displays and the Delta app throughout your journey. IAH is large — a little preparation goes a long way.