Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport (SAV)

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Savannah, United States of America

โšก Connection Time Dashboard

Domestic to Domestic
30
minutes
Domestic to International
60
minutes
Intl to International
45
minutes
Interline Transfer
60
minutes

๐Ÿข Terminal Guide & Navigation

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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Airlines Serving SAV

Allegiant Air
American Airlines
American Eagle
Avelo Airlines
Breeze Airways
Delta Air Lines
Delta Connection
JetBlue
Southwest Airlines
Spirit Airlines
Sun Country Airlines
United Airlines
United Express

๐Ÿ’ก Connection Tips

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. 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. 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. 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. 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. Emergency services and medical evacuation capabilities are extensive with coordination to Savannah's major medical facilities including Memorial Health University Medical Center and St. Joseph's/Candler Health System, plus emergency helicopter services for the coastal region.

๐ŸŽฏ Expert Travel Tips & Insights

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Pro Traveler Secret

Check terminal and airline baggage transfer rules, especially on separate tickets.

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Quick Facts

Minimum domestic connection: 30 minutes
International connections: 60 minutes
Interline transfers: 60 minutes

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๐Ÿ• Layover Planner: Modern terminal with 15 gates expanding to 19. Multi-level parking garage and comprehensive facilities. Ground transportation available to historic Savannah and Hilton Head beaches.
๐Ÿ†˜ Missed Connection Help: Contact airline representatives for rebooking assistance. Growing flight frequency and multiple airlines provide good rebooking options. Ground transportation to Savannah and resort areas.
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Last updated: January 1980 | Data Source: IATA and other airline sites and resources