Gainesville Regional Airport

GNV KGNV Gainesville, Florida Elevation: 152 ft

Gainesville Regional Airport is the primary commercial gateway to Gainesville, Florida, and the University of Florida, located 4 miles northeast of downtown Gainesville. GNV offers a 7,504-foot runway accommodating most heavy jets with proper weight planning. The airport serves the massive University of Florida campus (the Gators athletic program), Shands Hospital medical center, and North Central Florida's natural springs region. Dedicated FBO facilities provide private terminals. Estimated charter rates to Gainesville via GNV: light jets from $4,000 per hour, mid-size jets from $5,500 per hour, heavy jets from $8,500 per hour.

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University of Florida Gators football games at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium (The Swamp) are among the biggest private aviation events in Florida, with boosters and alumni flying in from across the state and country. UF's medical center at Shands Hospital also attracts medical tourism traffic. The natural springs of north central Florida (Ichetucknee, Ginnie Springs) are world-class kayaking destinations.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can heavy jets land at Gainesville?

Yes. Gainesville Regional Airport's 7,504-foot runway accommodates most heavy jets with proper weight planning, including the Gulfstream G650 and Bombardier Global 6000.

When is Gainesville Airport busiest?

University of Florida Gators home football games are by far the busiest weekends, with SEC rivals drawing the largest crowds. UF graduation weekends and major medical conferences at Shands also bring significant traffic.

How close is GNV to the University of Florida?

Gainesville Regional Airport is approximately 4 miles northeast of the University of Florida campus, typically a 10-minute drive. It's the primary airport for UF events and hospital visits.