Burlington & Greensboro, NC to Hilton Head, SC
The tide takes its time. Your flight doesn't have to.
Private Jet Charter, Burlington to Hilton Head
It is one of the shortest drives SkySouth quotes, and still six hours down I-95. A direct charter lands on the island itself in well under an hour, tee time or dinner reservation intact.
Why this route works
Five hours of pavement. Forty minutes of runway.
Hilton Head is one of the closer drives on SkySouth's map, which almost makes people forget to ask about chartering it. But a five to six hour drive still burns most of a day, and a direct flight lands you on the island itself instead of an hour's drive away.
Where you land
An airport that owes its runway to a golfer.
Hilton Head Airport sits in the middle of the island itself, not on the mainland across a bridge.
Built with Arnold Palmer's help
Hilton Head Airport opened in 1967 with assistance from Arnold Palmer, tying the field's origins directly to the island's golf reputation before Harbour Town Golf Links was even built two years later.
A 5,000 foot runway, on island
The runway was extended from 4,300 to 5,000 feet, comfortably accommodating light jets like SkySouth's Citation CJ1 and CJ3 in most conditions, with Sea Pines and Harbour Town about 15 to 25 minutes away by car.
Savannah as a backup, not the plan
On the hottest summer days with a full fuel load, performance planning can call for Savannah/Hilton Head International instead. SkySouth's dispatch team makes that call based on actual conditions, not just published runway length.
Hilton Head Airport's runway specifications and operational details are confirmed directly by the Federal Aviation Administration. The airport is owned and operated by Beaufort County, South Carolina.
Harbour Town Golf Links has hosted the RBC Heritage, the only PGA Tour event held in South Carolina, every April since 1969, always the week after the Masters.
A morning on this route
What a Saturday actually looks like.
Wheels up from Burlington
Park beside the aircraft, board, and depart, no earlier arrival needed than a normal commercial flight would require for security alone.
Land on Hilton Head Island
Touch down at Hilton Head Airport, already inside the island rather than across a bridge from it.
Arrive at Sea Pines or Harbour Town
A short drive from the airport puts you at the clubhouse, the resort, or the beach well before a driver leaving the Triad has even reached South Carolina.
Fly home the same day, or stay
Because the flight itself is so short, a same day round trip is genuinely realistic for a single round of golf or a dinner reservation.
Private jet charter
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Light jet performance tailored to short coastal hops.
Citation CJ1
Agile 5-passenger light jet perfect for direct regional travel with exceptional airfield access.
Citation CJ3
Spacious 7-passenger light jet offering extended range, quiet cabin comfort, and superior speed.
Estimate your trip
What a charter to Hilton Head typically runs.
Because this is one of the shorter routes SkySouth flies, quotes generally reflect a minimum billed flight time rather than the true air time.
Build your estimate
Based on a minimum billed flight time on the Citation CJ1. Excludes fuel surcharges and additional services.
Call for an Exact QuoteHigher earnings growth reported among small and mid sized companies using business aviation, compared to non users, over a five year study period.
Even a short hop has a business case behind it.
A study of small and medium sized companies conducted by NEXA Advisors for the National Business Aviation Association found that firms using business aircraft posted meaningfully higher EBITDA, earnings, and revenue growth than comparable companies that did not, even through a recession.
For a Triad company hosting a client retreat or closing a deal over a round of golf, that time saved is time reinvested. Read the full NEXA Advisors study via NBAA.
Common questions
Everything you need to know before you book.
How long is a private jet flight from Burlington to Hilton Head?
Direct air time is roughly forty minutes on either the Citation CJ1 or CJ3, flying roughly 230 nautical miles south from the Triad.
Does SkySouth land on Hilton Head Island itself?
Yes. SkySouth routes charters into Hilton Head Airport (HXD), located in the middle of the island, about 15 to 20 minutes from Sea Pines, Harbour Town, and Palmetto Dunes.
Is Savannah an option if weather or runway length requires it?
Yes. Savannah/Hilton Head International (SAV) sits roughly 45 minutes from the island by car and offers longer runways for hot summer days or heavy loads. SkySouth coordinates the best arrival point based on day of conditions.
Can I do a same day round trip to Hilton Head for golf?
Absolustely. A forty minute flight each way makes same day golf trips one of the most popular uses of this route, allowing a full morning round and lunch before flying home.
How much does it cost to charter a jet to Hilton Head?
Starting rates run from about $2,900 per flight hour on the Citation CJ1 and $3,500 per flight hour on the Citation CJ3, with a minimum billed flight time applied to short routes like this one.
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Point to point private charters connecting Burlington and Greensboro to major regional financial hubs, coastal resorts, and metropolitan centers.
Ready to skip the drive to Hilton Head?
SkySouth's dispatch line is staffed around the clock. Call now or send a trip request and a member of our team will follow up with a personalized quote.