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Hilton Head Airport

Hilton Head Island, United States
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Gateway to South Carolina's premier coastal resort island.

Opened
1946
Location
Hilton Head Island, United States
Hilton Head Airport (HHH/KHXD) is a small public airport serving Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, one of the southeastern United States' most popular resort destinations. The airport is owned and operated by Beaufort County and provides commercial and general aviation services to the barrier island community. The airport offers limited scheduled commercial service, primarily regional flights connecting Hilton Head to major hub airports. Its location on the island makes it a convenient entry point for leisure travelers visiting the area's renowned golf courses, beaches, and resorts. Due to the relatively short runway and the airport's size, it is served by smaller regional aircraft. General aviation traffic plays a significant role in the airport's operations, reflecting the affluent nature of the surrounding resort community.
Terminals
The airport has a single small terminal building handling both commercial and general aviation passengers.
Getting to & from
Ground transportation options include taxis, rideshare services, and rental cars available at the terminal for travel to resorts and communities across Hilton Head Island.
Airlines here
American Airlines (via American Eagle regional operations) has historically provided scheduled service connecting Hilton Head to Charlotte Douglas International Airport.
Notable facts
  • ›The airport sits entirely within Hilton Head Island, a barrier island in Beaufort County.
  • ›The primary runway (3/21) is approximately 4,300 feet long, limiting service to smaller regional aircraft.
  • ›General aviation accounts for a significant portion of the airport's traffic.
  • ›The airport serves one of the most visited resort destinations on the U.S. East Coast.
  • ›Seasonal demand strongly influences flight schedules, with peak traffic in spring and summer.
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Route map (2 destinations)

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Airlines serving this airport

American Airlines
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US Airways
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Routes

HHH → CLTAA · DH3
HHH → DCAAA · DH3
HHH → CLTUS · DH8
HHH → DCAUS · DH8
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City & Place Guide

Sun, sand, and Southern charm on South Carolina's favorite island.

Hilton Head Island is a barrier island off the South Carolina coast, renowned for its 12 miles of pristine beaches, world-class golf courses, and abundant wildlife. The island blends a relaxed, upscale atmosphere with natural beauty, drawing families, golfers, and nature lovers year-round.

The island is organized into gated resort communities called plantations, each with its own beaches, marinas, and amenities. Harbour Town, with its iconic red-and-white lighthouse, serves as one of the island's most recognizable landmarks and social hubs. Beyond the resorts, Hilton Head offers kayaking through salt marshes, dolphin-watching tours, and miles of paved bike paths winding through maritime forest.

  • •Coligny Beach Park — the island's most popular public beach with ample amenities.
  • •Harbour Town Lighthouse — climb for panoramic views of the Calibogue Sound.
  • •Pinckney Island National Wildlife Refuge — excellent birdwatching and nature trails.
  • •Sea Pines Forest Preserve — peaceful inland trails through ancient live oaks.
  • •Shelter Cove Harbour — waterfront dining, shopping, and evening entertainment.
  • •Coastal Discovery Museum — hands-on exhibits covering local ecology and Gullah culture.

Getting around: Hilton Head has no public rail or bus system, so most visitors rely on rental cars, taxis, or rideshare apps like Uber and Lyft. The island's 60-plus miles of paved bike paths are a popular and practical alternative for getting between beaches, shops, and attractions, and bike rentals are widely available throughout the island.

Best time: Late spring (April–May) and early fall (September–October) offer warm weather, fewer crowds, and lower accommodation rates compared to the busy summer peak.

Local food: Don't miss fresh Lowcountry staples like shrimp and grits, she-crab soup, and boiled peanuts, all deeply rooted in the region's Gullah culinary heritage.

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Hilton Head Airport
Encyclopaedia

Hilton Head Airport is on Hilton Head Island, in Beaufort County, South Carolina, United States. Also known as Hilton Head Island Airport, it is owned by Beaufort County.

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