With an airport identifier of SC12, Davis Airport is a privately owned airport six miles northeast of Garnett. This private-use airport covers seven acres of property. It has two turf runways -- 2,500 feet long by 100 feet -- that can accommodate private planes. Nearby hotels include the Days Inn within about 20 miles of the airport.
Two of the largest communities in Hampton County include Hampton and Varnville, which are approximately four miles apart. The Hampton-Varnville Airport is just one mile east of the town of Hampton. Carrying the airport identifier of 3J0, this facility is publicly owned by Hampton County and sits on 50 acres of property. It has two asphalt runways both measuring 3,580 feet long and 60 feet wide that can be used by private planes.
Approximately 30 miles from the town of Hampton is the Barnwell Regional Airport. The U.S. Army Air Corps constructed this local airport in 1942, and it was used as a training base during World War II, mainly for B-25 bombers. Its two runways accommodate both recreational and corporate flights, and a certified mechanic is on site for any minor problems that might occur.
For those needing larger commercial airlines, you will need to travel a bit further out of county. About 50 miles from the outer part of Hampton County and the town of Yemassee is the Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport in Savannah, Georgia. This major airport serves customers of Allegiant Air, American Eagle, Continental Airlines, Delta, United Express, and US Airways seven days a week.
