Travelling from Savannah/Hilton Head Airport (SAV) to New York: what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Savannah/Hilton Head Airport to New York and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 23 minutes.
New York's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Savannah (the location of Savannah/Hilton Head Airport).
With 170 flights a week between the two airports, Savannah/Hilton Head Airport (SAV) to LaGuardia Airport (LGA) is the busiest route. Delta operates the earliest flight at 07:00. If you're eager to get more out of your day before leaving, the latest flight from SAV to LGA is with jetBlue at 20:39.
Leave plenty of time to make your flight from SAV to New York. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Peak months like July or holiday periods such as Thanksgiving and Christmas/New Year will mean longer queues at check-in and security. Travelling then? Play it safe and get to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of international flights is a smart move.
Start your journey with a direct flight from Savannah/Hilton Head Airport to New York. From SAV, you can fly nonstop to any of these New York airports:
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Well-known carriers that operate direct flights from Savannah/Hilton Head Airport to New York include:
You won't need your passport or a visa to travel within United States. You will need a valid proof of identity however, such as an ID card or driver's licence. Make sure they're on your packing checklist once you've booked your cheap tickets from Savannah/Hilton Head Airport to New York.
SAV is about 14 kilometres from central Savannah. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 18 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour and 21 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to SAV? If you're catching an early flight from Savannah/Hilton Head Airport to New York, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
How to find the cheapest flights from Savannah/Hilton Head Airport (SAV) to New York
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Savannah/Hilton Head Airport to New York is $140. The cheapest price for a return flight is $272. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from SAV to New York by booking at least 9 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The cheapest month for tickets from Savannah/Hilton Head Airport to New York is May. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest day to fly.
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Airports in New York
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to central New York is roughly 24 kilometres. It'll take you around 28 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes roughly 1 hour and 11 minutes if you're using public transport.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Savannah/Hilton Head Airport to New York. Check in to one of these accommodation options near EWR instead:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Once your flight from Savannah/Hilton Head Airport to New York has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in around 48 minutes by car. Central New York is approximately 48 kilometres from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).
Public transport will get you there in about 1 hour and 20 minutes.
After your flight from SAV to New York, unwind at a hotel near JFK. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to New York
August is the most popular month to board a flight from Savannah/Hilton Head Airport to New York while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit New York, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
Before locking in your flight from Savannah/Hilton Head Airport to New York, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in New York, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC to 30ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -6ºC and 8ºC. Look for cheap flights from SAV to New York sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about New York
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in New York right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from Savannah/Hilton Head Airport to New York:
Statue of Liberty and Central Park are a couple of top-rated attractions to add to your New York to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Empire State Building.
Complete your New York trip with a car rental
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