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Savannah Hilton Head International Airport
Savannah, United States
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Savannah Hilton Head International Airport
Savannah, United States
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Routes out
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Gateway to Georgia's historic coast and Lowcountry.
Opened
1929
Location
Savannah, United States
Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport (SAV) serves the Savannah, Georgia metropolitan area and the greater South Carolina Lowcountry, including the popular resort destination of Hilton Head Island. It is the primary commercial airport for the region and handles millions of passengers annually.
The airport is owned and operated by the Savannah Airport Commission and has seen significant passenger growth driven by tourism, military activity at nearby Fort Stewart and Hunter Army Airfield, and expanding cargo operations. It underwent a major terminal modernization project that was largely completed in the early 2020s.
SAV offers nonstop service to numerous major U.S. hubs, making it a well-connected regional airport for both leisure and business travelers. Its proximity to downtown Savannah and the Port of Savannah further underscores its economic importance to the region.
Terminals
The airport features a single terminal building with a modernized concourse offering multiple gates for domestic and limited international charter operations.
Getting to & from
The airport is located approximately 8 miles northwest of downtown Savannah and is accessible primarily by car, taxi, rideshare services, and shuttle buses, with no direct rail or public transit link.
Airlines here
Major airlines serving SAV include American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, Southwest Airlines, and Allegiant Air.
Notable facts
- ›Named jointly for both Savannah, Georgia and Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, reflecting its regional service area.
- ›A major terminal expansion and modernization project was completed around 2021, improving passenger capacity and amenities.
- ›The airport serves as an important gateway near the Port of Savannah, one of the busiest container ports in the United States.
- ›Military traffic is a significant component of airport activity due to proximity to Fort Stewart and Hunter Army Airfield.
- ›SAV handled over 3 million passengers in 2022, reflecting strong post-pandemic travel recovery.
This profile is provided for general information only. Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
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Airlines serving this airport
Routes
SAV → CLTAA · CRJ
SAV → DCAAA · CRJ
SAV → DFWAA · ER4
SAV → PHLAA · E75 E70 CRJ
SAV → ATLAF · M88 717 319
SAV → ATLAS · M88 717 319
SAV → ATLAZ · M88 717
SAV → BOSB6 · E90
SAV → JFKB6 · 320
SAV → ATLDL · M88 717 319
SAV → DTWDL · CR7
SAV → JFKDL · CR7
SAV → LGADL · CR9 CR7 E75
SAV → ATLKL · 717 M88 319
SAV → EWRUA · ERJ
SAV → IADUA · CRJ ERJ CR7
SAV → IAHUA · ERJ
SAV → ORDUA · ERJ CR7 CRJ
SAV → CLTUS · CR7 CRJ
SAV → DCAUS · CRJ
SAV → DFWUS · ER4
SAV → PHLUS · E75 E70 CRJ
SAV → ATLVS · M88 717 319
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Latest news
WTOC· 9/2/2026
Savannah airport terminal expansion nears next milestone
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WJCL· 7/31/2026
A-4 aircraft slides off runway at Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport
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Hilton Head Island Packet· 7/3/2026
Savannah-Hilton Head airport offers new flight route. Here are the details
Read at Hilton Head Island Packet
Grice Connect· 3/8/2026
Breeze Airways expands offerings from Savannah/Hilton Head airport
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Savannah Morning News· 6/1/2026
Savannah Hilton Head airport lands $10M for upgrades
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WTOC· 8/24/2026
Millions in federal funding landed at Savannah/HHI Airport for taxiway reconstruction
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