Private Jet Ground Transportation at McKinnon St. Simons Island Airport (KSSI)

Emerald Excursions offers private black car service for private jet travelers at McKinnon St. Simons Island Airport (KSSI). Your driver pulls up right to your plane and takes you to Sea Island, anywhere on St. Simons Island, or Jekyll Island. We also bring you back to the airport for your departure. Sea Island is about 7 miles from the airport, and the St. Simons Village is about 2 miles away. To book or get a quote, call (912) 419-9873 or use our contact form. We are available 24/7.

About KSSI

McKinnon St. Simons Island Airport (FAA code SSI, ICAO code KSSI) is a general aviation airport on St. Simons Island. It has no airline service, so arrivals at KSSI are private and charter flights. We also offer plane-side pickups at other private airports in the area.

How the plane-side pickup works

1. Book ahead. Call (912) 419-9873 or send the contact form with your tail number or flight details, estimated arrival time, number of passengers, and where you are going.

2. We follow your arrival. Your driver plans around your arrival time. You get a 1 hour grace period from landing.

3. Plane-side pickup. Your driver pulls up right to your plane and helps load your luggage.

4. Ride to your destination. Most trips are short. Sea Island and the St. Simons Village are minutes away. We hold permits that grant access to Sea Island, so your driver takes you right to your door.

Departures: back to KSSI

We pick you up at your home, hotel, or resort and bring you back to the airport. We can pull up to your plane. Tell us your departure time and we'll help you pick a pickup time.

Drive time and distance from KSSI

• To the St. Simons Village and Pier area: about 2 miles, about 5 minutes.

• To Sea Island: about 7 miles, about 15 minutes.

• To Jekyll Island: about 19 miles, about 30 to 35 minutes.

• Times depend on traffic and your exact address.

Vehicles

• Full-size black SUVs for up to 7 passengers.

• Room for luggage and golf bags. Larger groups should call to confirm there is enough space for everyone's bags.

• Child car seats and booster seats are available at no extra fee. Just ask when you book.

• All vehicles are non-smoking.

Who this is for

Private and charter jet travelers staying on Sea Island, St. Simons, or Jekyll.

Golf groups flying in for a golf trip.

Wedding parties and families arriving on a charter. For groups over 7, multiple vehicles can sometimes be arranged. Please call ahead.

Business travelers and executives who want a driver ready when they land. Wait-on-location and hourly service are available if you need a driver during your stay (the hourly fee starts after a 20 minute grace period).

FAQ

Where do I meet my driver at St. Simons Island Airport?

Right at your plane. Your driver pulls up plane-side and helps with your luggage.

How far is Sea Island from St. Simons Island Airport?

About 7 miles. The drive is about 15 minutes, and we can take you right to your door on Sea Island.

Can you take us to Jekyll Island from KSSI?

Yes. Jekyll Island is about 19 miles from the airport, about a 30 to 35 minute drive.

Can you drop us at our plane when we leave?

Yes. We can pull up to your plane.

Can the driver wait for us or stay with us for the day?

Yes. We offer wait-on-location and hourly service. The hourly fee starts after a 20 minute grace period.

How much does it cost?

Call (912) 419-9873 or use our contact form for a quote.

Book your ride

Flying private into St. Simons Island? Call (912) 419-9873 or use our contact form for a quote. Send your tail number or flight details, arrival time, number of passengers, and destination. We are available 24/7.