Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport (SAV) serves the Savannah, Georgia area and Hilton Head region. It operates from a single terminal complex with multiple concourses and is served by the major U.S. carriers on domestic routes.
Terminal Guide for Savannah Hilton Head International Airport #
The airport operates a single terminal building with several gate areas/concourse sections that handle different airlines and flights. Check‑in and baggage claim are landside with security screening providing access to the airside gates; walking between gates is generally straightforward within the secure area.
Getting to and From Savannah Hilton Head International Airport #
The airport is about a 15-25 minute drive from downtown Savannah and longer to Hilton Head Island depending on traffic. Options include taxis, ride‑share services, on‑site car rentals and scheduled shuttles to popular resort areas. There is no heavy rail link to downtown.
Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Savannah Hilton Head International Airport #
Facilities include a range of food and beverage options both landside and airside, duty‑free/retail for some flights, free Wi‑Fi, charging stations at gates, and airline club/lounge options for certain carriers. Parking and accessibility services are available close to the terminal.
Tips for Savannah Hilton Head International Airport #
- Shuttle to Hilton Head: If heading to Hilton Head, check scheduled shuttle services from the airport rather than relying on local taxis - shuttles are often more economical.
- Parking options: The airport has on‑site short‑ and long‑term parking; off‑site lots may offer lower rates for multi‑day stays.
Weather & Climate near Savannah Hilton Head International Airport #
Savannah Hilton Head International Airport's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 4°C to 33°C. Abundant rainfall (1260 mm/year), wettest in August.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Good | 4° - 16° | 8° | 100 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 3.1 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.1h |
| February | Very Good | 5° - 18° | 12° | 78 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 3.3 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 10.9h |
| March | Very Good | 9° - 22° | 15° | 99 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 3.4 m/s | 1.3 high | 11.9h |
| April | Excellent | 12° - 25° | 19° | 80 mm | some cloud | 73% | 3.4 m/s | 1.7 very high | 12.9h |
| May | Excellent | 17° - 29° | 23° | 94 mm | some cloud | 70% | 3.1 m/s | 1.9 very high | 13.7h |
| June | Very Good | 20° - 32° | 26° | 137 mm | partly cloudy | 74% | 3.0 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 14.1h |
| July | Good | 22° - 33° | 31° | 152 mm | partly cloudy | 74% | 2.8 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 13.9h |
| August | Good | 22° - 32° | 30° | 180 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 2.6 m/s | 1.9 very high | 13.2h |
| September | Very Good | 20° - 30° | 25° | 128 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 2.8 m/s | 1.5 very high | 12.2h |
| October | Excellent | 14° - 26° | 20° | 77 mm | some cloud | 76% | 2.8 m/s | 1.1 high | 11.2h |
| November | Very Good | 9° - 22° | 15° | 61 mm | some cloud | 77% | 2.7 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 10.4h |
| December | Very Good | 5° - 17° | 11° | 74 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 2.9 m/s | 0.5 low | 9.9h |
