In Brief
Hilton Head Island Airport (HXD) sits adjacent to Sea Pines, and Signature Flight Support operates its FBO with full-service handling. Savannah/Hilton Head International (SAV), 45 minutes away, accommodates larger jets and provides commercial connections.
Hilton Head Island Airport (HXD) sits adjacent to Sea Pines, making it one of the most convenient private aviation facilities on the East Coast. For the private traveler, the journey from wheels-down to the estate driveway can be measured in single-digit minutes. No traffic. No baggage claim. No transition from airport to island. You land, and you're home. Signature Flight Support operates the FBO with full-service handling. NetJets, Flexjet, and independent charter operators serve the corridor daily. Private hangars are available for owners who base aircraft locally. Savannah/Hilton Head International (SAV), 45 minutes away, accommodates larger jets and provides commercial connections through American, Delta, United, JetBlue, Allegiant, and Sun Country.
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Questions
Private Aviation: Frequently Asked
Can you fly private to Hilton Head Island?
Yes. Hilton Head Island Airport (HXD/KHXD) accommodates private aircraft and is uniquely located inside Sea Pines Resort. Signature Flight Support operates the FBO. The runway handles most light and midsize business jets. Savannah/Hilton Head International (SAV), 45 minutes away, accommodates all aircraft sizes including heavy jets and offers commercial connections through six airlines. Many residents use jet cards (NetJets, Flexjet) with 25+ hour commitments for year-round flexible access.
How do I get to Hilton Head Island?
Private aviation: fly direct to HXD airport on Hilton Head (light/midsize jets) or SAV Savannah airport (45 min drive, all aircraft sizes). Commercial flights: Savannah/Hilton Head International (SAV) serves American, Delta, United, JetBlue, Allegiant, and Sun Country from major hubs. Driving: I-95 to US-278, approximately 5 hours from Atlanta, 2 hours from Charleston, 4 hours from Charlotte. The island is connected to the mainland by a single bridge, adding to the sense of arrival.
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