Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport (SAV)
🇺🇸 Savannah, United States of America
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Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport (SAV) uses a single main terminal building. According to the airport's official history, the current 275,000-sq-ft terminal opened in May 1994 with 10 gates and was designed to be expandable to 19.
A terminal expansion completed in July 2007 added five departure gates and about 10,000 sq ft of concession space, bringing the total to 15 gates. These improvements reinforced the airport's compact, single-terminal layout.
Passenger amenities are centralized in that terminal, including the Passport Club lounge located between Gates 10 and 12 and a Visitor Information Center in the heart of baggage claim. This layout keeps arrivals, departures, and services in one easy-to-navigate building.
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Allow extra time for connections as this award-winning airport (named #1 Best Domestic Airport by Travel+Leisure in 2022) experiences rapidly increasing passenger traffic with TSA security lanes expanding to 6 by fall 2024 and terminal expansion adding 4 more gates by November 2025. Seasonal weather patterns moderately impact flight operations, with summer bringing afternoon thunderstorms and high humidity typical of the Georgia coast, while winter weather is generally mild and favorable for aviation operations, though occasional tropical systems during hurricane season can affect the region. Joseph's/Candler Health System, plus emergency helicopter services for the coastal region
The facility maintains excellent operational reliability despite serving both historic Savannah and Hilton Head resort areas, though summer thunderstorms and occasional tropical weather can create temporary delays during Georgia's humid subtropical climate conditions. The airport's strategic location serves dual markets as the gateway to Savannah's world-renowned historic district and squares, and Hilton Head's luxury resort destinations, making it unique among regional airports for serving both cultural tourism and beach resort traffic.
Ground transportation options are comprehensive and include rental cars from all major agencies, taxi services, ride-sharing apps, and charter bus connections to both downtown Savannah's historic district and Hilton Head's resort beaches, with advance booking recommended during peak tourist seasons and major events. Emergency services and medical evacuation capabilities are extensive with coordination to Savannah's major medical facilities including Memorial Health University Medical Center and St.
Expert Travel Tips & Insights
Pro Traveler Secrets
• SAV's single terminal is easy to navigate, but morning leisure banks can still back up TSA.
• Use the Visitor Information Center in baggage claim for Hilton Head and historic-district transfers.
• Summer thunderstorms along the Georgia coast can affect late-day departures more than early ones.
• Passport Club sits between Gates 10 and 12 if you want a quieter preflight wait.
• SAV's single terminal is simple, but peak holiday mornings still reward getting there early.
Quick Facts
Minimum domestic connection:
30 minutes
International connections:
60 minutes
Interline transfers:
60 minutes
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Last updated: June 2026 | Data Source: IATA and other airline sites and resources