Flying from Richmond Airport (RIC) to Savannah / Hilton Head Airport (SAV): what you need to know
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport on time to catch your RIC to SAV flight.
Traveling during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Richmond Airport to Savannah / Hilton Head Airport. Here are the top stopovers between RIC and SAV:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Charlotte Douglas Airport
Baltimore Washington International Airport
Handy information about Richmond Airport (RIC)
You'll find RIC at 1 Richard E. Byrd Terminal Drive.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Richmond Airport, data shows 74% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Richmond Airport is around 14 kilometers from central Richmond. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of roughly 50 minutes on public transport.
Get your vacation off to a relaxed start by staying near RIC. Whether you're taking an early flight from Richmond Airport to Savannah / Hilton Head Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Savannah / Hilton Head Airport (SAV)
Book a hotel close to SAV if you're taking a late Richmond Airport to Savannah / Hilton Head Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Follow your own route with a Savannah / Hilton Head Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Alamo, Avis or Budget and venture far and wide through Savannah and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Savannah / Hilton Head Airport around one week before your departure date.
Getting from Savannah / Hilton Head Airport (SAV) to central Savannah
The street address for SAV is 400 Airways Avenue.
Savannah / Hilton Head Airport is roughly 14 kilometers from central Savannah. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
Traveling to the center on public transport will take you around 40 minutes.
When to fly to Savannah / Hilton Head Airport (SAV)
The quietest month for a flight from Richmond Airport to Savannah / Hilton Head Airport is March, while April is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Savannah based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Savannah is July, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your flights from Richmond Airport to Savannah / Hilton Head Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from RIC to SAV in January. Average temperatures are between 3ºC (37ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF) then.
Explore more of the United States
Jacksonville is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored after you've seen Savannah. Around 209 kilometers away to the south, well-known attractions include St. John's Cathedral, Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville and The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens.
If you want to check out another great destination in the United States, consider Charlotte, about 354 kilometers north of Savannah. Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame are key highlights.
