Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport

Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport (SAV)

Savannah/Hilton Head International, identified by the airport code SAV, serves travelers from Savannah, Hilton Head Island, the Golden Isles, Brunswick, Bluffton, and the surrounding areas of the Low Country and the Georgia coast. The airport is owned by the City of Savannah and is managed by the Savannah Airport Commission.

The facility has been recognized by travel publications such as Condé Nast Traveler and Travel + Leisure among the best airports in the United States, according to its own institutional presentation.

Passenger Services and Facilities

The airport has a terminal with an available map, shops, restaurants and services, ground transportation, car rentals, a Passport Club, and a Federal Inspection Services Facility. It also has general aviation and a tour program.

Traveler support services include information on parking, security, airport police department, military contact, lost and found, and assistance for persons with disabilities. The Visitor Information Center, located in the baggage claim area, handles lost and found for items misplaced in the terminal.

Operations and Development

The airport's activity includes arrivals and departures, airlines and nonstop destinations, and a live flight map. The Savannah Airport Commission maintains a master plan and construction projects, with notices to bidders and a DBE/ACDBE program, in addition to complying with Title VI.

The airport reports its statistics, film permits, wallpapers, and media guide. It also publishes public notices, open records requests, and commission meeting minutes.

Management and Team

The Savannah Airport Commission is chaired by Stephen S. Green, with Shirley James as vice chair and Randy Houston, Lowell Kronowitz, and Ted Kleisner as members. The leadership team includes Gregory B. Kelly as executive director, Lenard Robinson as deputy executive director, Lori Lynah as senior director of marketing and air service development, Dawoud Stevenson as senior director of program management and IT, Jim Aiello as director of engineering, Jen Brotka as director of finance, Richard Rushing III as director of operations, Rebecca Schmidt as director of human resources, and Shawn Schroeder as director of planning and facilities.

Employment and Community Engagement

The airport offers employment opportunities and a volunteer program, with a volunteer badge office. The commission maintains a policy of safety and operational excellence, and collaborates with public agencies and partners on projects such as the future Multi-Agency Public Safety Facility (EOC).

Practical Information

The airport publishes operational alerts, such as the temporary closure of the North Economy Garage for maintenance, which redirects travelers to Lot D, located off Aggett Drive. The contact address is 400 Airways Avenue, Savannah, GA 31408.

Location and Contact

400 Airways Avenue, Savannah, GA 31408