WiFi & Charging
Houston (HOU) Airport Charging Stations
Gate outlet coverage at William P. Hobby Airport is most gates equipped with outlets. USB-A is at most gate seat rows in Concourses 1–5; window-counter seating throughout has outlet strips; Concourse 2 (Southwest's main hub concourse) has the highest per-seat charging density. USB-C ports are available throughout the airport.
Gate outlet coverage
Outlets at the gate
USB-A is at most gate seat rows in Concourses 1–5; window-counter seating throughout has outlet strips; Concourse 2 (Southwest's main hub concourse) has the highest per-seat charging density.
Most gatesUSB-C availableUSB-A available
Best charging spots
These are the most reliable places to charge at William P. Hobby Airport:
- Concourse 2 (Southwest hub) near gates 25–35 — best per-seat outlet density at HOU
- Concourse 4 post-security food area — dedicated charging kiosk towers
- Pre-security main hall seating — outlet strips for early arrivals or arrivals waiting for ground transport
Dedicated charging stations
Dedicated charging kiosk towers are in all five concourses near food vendor areas; the pre-security main hall has outlet strips at the public seating clusters.
Bring your own charging cable — dedicated kiosk stations at US airports provide the power outlet but not the cable. USB-A, USB-C, and standard 120 V outlets are the most common configurations.
Pro Tip
HOU is Southwest's home airport — compact layout and manageable passenger loads mean charging outlets are almost always available; the pre-security main hall bench seating reliably has open outlet strips.
Frequently asked questions
Does HOU airport have USB-C charging?
USB-C charging ports are available at HOU. USB-A is at most gate seat rows in Concourses 1–5; window-counter seating throughout has outlet strips; Concourse 2 (Southwest's main hub concourse) has the highest per-seat charging density.
Are charging stations free at HOU?
Yes — charging at HOU airport is free. Gate-area outlets, USB hubs, and dedicated charging kiosks throughout the terminal are all available at no cost. Bring your own cable; cables are not provided.
Which terminal has the most charging at HOU?
Dedicated charging kiosk towers are in all five concourses near food vendor areas; the pre-security main hall has outlet strips at the public seating clusters.
Can I charge my laptop at HOU airport?
Yes — HOU has standard 120 V US outlets at gate seating areas and dedicated charging stations, suitable for laptop charging. USB-A is at most gate seat rows in Concourses 1–5; window-counter seating throughout has outlet strips; Concourse 2 (Southwest's main hub concourse) has the highest per-seat charging density. Bring your own power adapter; most charging stations do not supply cables.
See also: HOUairport WiFi network & tips · Live HOU TSA wait times · HOU security tips
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