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FlyHobbs is currently offering at least 3 – 4 flights weekly to Houston. As soon as current travel restrictions are removed and United Airlines can review the demand, we expect to be offering daily flights again soon. Check with United for current flight times and dates.
Typically flight times will stay relatively consistent, but keep in mind that United Express has the right to change the flight times without prior notice. Therefore, it is always important to check your flight schedule prior to your scheduled departure.
For most people, Houston will not be their destination, but rather a connection point to some other location. That is why United scheduled flights from Hobbs so that you can connect to over 90 domestic and international cities within two hours of your arrival at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). For more information about the George Bush Intercontinental Airport, please visit http://www.fly2houston.com/iah
All flights from the Lea County Regional Airport will land at George Bush Intercontinental Airport or airport code IAH in Houston, TX. George Bush Intercontinental Airport is located 20 miles north of Downtown Houston between Interstate 45 and U.S. Highway 59. Houston IAH serves as the largest hub for United Airlines.
The airport in Hobbs is named the Lea County Regional Airport and is located approximately 5 miles west of Hobbs on US Hwy 180 (Carlsbad Hwy) on the south side of the highway.
The code for the Lea County Regional Airport is HOB. It is important to remember this code when booking flights online or with a ticket or travel agent to easily access the flights available at the Lea County Regional Airport.
United will have trained agents available at the airport before and after flights to assist customers with any needs that may arise. Also, many services are provided online for your convenience and can be accessed anytime at United Airlines.
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United has provided information to their employees and travel agents, but it is possible that you may reach someone who is unaware of the newly added flights between Hobbs and Houston. It is helpful to provide the ticket or travel agent with the airport code for the Lea County Regional Airport, which is HOB, to assist with accessing the United Express flights servicing Hobbs.
Absolutely, you can book your flight to or from Hobbs utilizing Travelocity, Expedia, or any of the other popular travel sites (just remember the airport code for the Lea County Regional Airport is HOB).
Yes – No matter the size of the airport or number of passengers boarding the plane, TSA must adhere to strict security regulations. You must be at the airport at least one hour in advance of your flight to check-in and go through passenger screening. If you arrive later than the recommended time to clear the security measures, it is possible that you will not be allowed on the flight.
Passengers will fly a 50-passenger, regional jet from Hobbs to Houston which will be operated by Express Jet under the brand name of United Express.
No – If you are connecting to another flight (regardless if it is a United flight or a different airline) in Houston, your luggage will be checked through to your final destination.
One of the best sources for information about the United Express flights between Hobbs and Houston is FlyHobbs . On this website you can find the latest information about fare sales and bonus travel miles offered by United Airlines. If you register your contact information with FlyHobbs, we will automatically send you an alert about special offers, and important travel updates.
United’s mileage reward program is called Mileage Plus. It’s easy to earn miles for your flight; simply provide your Mileage Plus number when you make your reservation and make sure that it appears on your boarding pass at check-in. With the Mileage Plus program you can redeem your miles for flights, car rentals, hotel stays, merchandise, memberships and more. If you are not a Mileage Plus member, you can find additional information and join at United Airlines or FlyHobbs.
United Airlines and United Express operate an average of 5,472 flights a day to 381 airports across six continents. In 2012, United and United Express carried more passenger traffic than any other airline in the world and operated nearly two million flights carrying 140 million customers.
United is investing in upgrading its onboard products and now offers more flat-bed seats in its premium cabins and more extra-legroom economy-class seating than any airline in North America. In 2013, United became the first U.S.-based international carrier to offer satellite-based Wi-Fi on long-haul overseas routes. The airline also features DIRECTV® on nearly 200 aircraft, offering customers more live television access than any other airline in the world. United operates more than 700 mainline aircraft and has made large-scale investments in its fleet.
In 2013, United will continue to modernize its fleet by taking delivery of more than two dozen new Boeing aircraft. The company expanded its industry leading global route network in 2012, launching nine new international and 18 new domestic routes. Readers of Global Traveler magazine have votedUnited’s MileagePlus program the best frequent flyer program for nine consecutive years. United is a founding member of Star Alliance, which provides service to 194 countries via 27 member airlines. More than 85,000 United employees reside in every U.S. state and in countries around the world.”
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