Savannah/ Hilton Head international Airport was named the No. 1 Best Domestic Airport in Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best Awards 2022.
Every year Travel + Leisure asks its readers to share their international travel experiences with categories including airports, airlines, cities, islands, tours, spas and more. This results in a comprehensive travel guide based on the opinions and experiences of the publication’s readers.
“We always strive to be the best and offer the best in everything we do,” said Stephen Green, Savannah Airport Commission Chairman. “It is an honor that the many readers of Travel + Leisure think we are among the best airports in the U.S. As a leisure destination airport serving the southern South Carolina and Georgia coasts, we want to be sure we make a very good impression, and this recognition confirms we are succeeding on that front.”
Readers rated airports based on a variety of factors spanning from airport accessibility, check in, security, restaurants and bars, shopping, design, cleanliness and more. Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport were rated highly in all categories resulting in the airport taking the top spot.
Last year the airport was also selected as No. 1 Airport in the United States. This marks the second time a major publication has recognized Savannah’s airport.
“All of our airport employees and airport partner employees work hard day-in and day-out to ensure the customer experience at Savannah/Hilton Head International is second to none,” said Savannah Airport Commission Executive Director Greg Kelly. “This recognition is evidence that our efforts have not gone unnoticed.”
Green notes that the Airport Commission was thrilled to have Savannah/ Hilton Head International Airport be selected by two well-known publications. A feat that he said is thanks largely in part to all the airport’s employees.
“ The fact that two major publications have selected us for that honor speaks volumes about the job our professional staff does everyday. It’s also a real testament to the leadership of Greg Kelly, our executive director, his executive team and the folks from top to bottom,” said Green.
In addition to The Best Domestic Airport, the city of Savannah also holds a high ranking among Travel + Leisures readers. Out of a list of 15 cities Savannah was ranked within the top five.
Joseph Marinelli, the president of Visit Savannah, expressed his excitement for the continued success and recognition Savannah has been receiving in the past few years.
“Year after year, Savannah continues to be one of the highest-ranked visitor destinations in the U.S. by the readers of Travel + Leisure, and that is the case again this year. This is especially gratifying as we emerge in a post-pandemic world. Now with an expanding convention center, air service that continues to grow, and a constantly evolving culinary, retail, and lodging scene, Savannah and Chatham County are well-poised to continue to attract visitors from around the country, and around the world, for what promises to be a very bright future.”
