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Flight cancellations at Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport
We reached out to the Savannah/Hilton Head Airport Sunday to see how flights have been impacted locally. Airport officials told us they had three cancellations Saturday and four cancellations so far on Sunday. Stick with WTOC as we continue to check-in to ensure you are informed before you travel this upcoming holiday season.

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More than 1,400 flights cancelled as US air traffic cuts enter second day
US Airlines Brace for Third Day of Government-Mandated Flight Cuts
U.S. airlines' daily cancellations top 2,000 for first time since shutdown cuts began
U.S. airlines cancelled more than 2,100 flights on Sunday (November 9, 2025) as Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy warned that air traffic across the nation could “slow to a trickle” if the federal g...

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US shutdown grounds 2,500+ flights as FAA cuts operations ahead of Thanksgiving travel rush
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U.S. flight cancellations: How the government shutdown is disrupting air travel
But analysts warn that the upheaval will intensify and be felt far beyond air travel if the cancellations pick up and move closer to the Thanksgiving holiday.

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US Airlines Cancel Over 2,500 Flights Again

Airlines to cancel flights Friday as air traffic reduction begins, impacts at Savannah/Hilton Head Airport

By the end of next week, a 10% reduction in flights is expected to be achieved, directly impacting 40 major airports. Soon, travelers at smaller airports — including the Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport — could start feeling ripple effects.
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Flying out of Savannah? Here’s how the government shutdown could affect your trip

On Wednesday, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy announced that 40 airports nationwide will be seeing air traffic cuts of 10 percent to cope with staffing shortages. “We just cannot manage it because we don’t have the air traffic controllers,” Duffy said. Travelers at SAV are now bracing for what's to come.
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Flight reductions expected across the U.S. See if your destination is impacted

The FAA said it would reduce flights by 10% at 40 major airports starting Friday to keep the skies safe during the ongoing shutdown.

SAV Officials: Check your airline for the latest flight updates, expect possible delays at major airports

We extend our sincere gratitude to all TSA Agents, Air Traffic Controllers, and Customs & Border Protection Officers for their steadfast commitment to keeping our traveling public safe."
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Savannah Airport among worst for flight cancellations in the US, new report finds

Travelers flying out of Georgia this year may want to take a closer look at their airport options, especially if they’re hoping to avoid flight disruptions. A new report from InsureMyTrip, based on U.S. Department of Transportation data, reveals that ...

Georgia flights trimmed as air traffic controllers report "strain" from government shutdown

FAA orders reduction in operations at 40 of the busiest U.S. airports triggered by "reports of strain" among air traffic controllers and pilots.
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Savannah Airport enters next phase of expansion

Big changes are underway at Savannah-Hilton Head International Airport. Construction crews are making significant progress on a multi-million-dollar concourse expansion that
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Spirit Airlines Is Launching Flights to Savannah, Georgia

Low-cost carrier Spirit Airlines has announced it’s launching its first-ever flights to one of the most picturesque cities in the South. This summer, Spirit will begin flying to Savannah, Georgia, from four US cities, including Newark, Fort Lauderdale ...
Savannah Morning News

Summer vacation: Savannah airport's nonstop destinations, cheap flights

Summer vacation is starting soon for many Savannah-area families. Want to get out of town? Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport offers several nonstop destinations if you want a quick and easy flight. Some of them are pretty cheap, if you plan it right.
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