Gainesville Regional Airport — Gainesville, United States

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Searching for an airport code near Gainesville? Gainesville Regional Airport is identified as GNV (ICAO: KGNV).

Distance & flight time from GNV

Gainesville Regional Airport

GNV is Gainesville Regional Airport, serving Gainesville, Florida, home to the University of Florida. The airport supports a mix of scheduled commercial flights to hub airports, general aviation, and significant traffic tied to university events, particularly Florida Gators football games when demand for flights into Gainesville spikes considerably. GNV plays an important role for students, faculty, medical patients traveling to the university's major health science center, and business travelers connected to the city's research and biotech sectors. Commercial service has fluctuated over the years as regional airlines adjust routes, but GNV consistently remains the primary air gateway for north-central Florida outside of Jacksonville and Orlando. Its runway can accommodate regional jets used on typical short-haul routes.

Runways at Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV)

RunwayLengthWidthSurface
07/254158 ft (1267 m)100 ft (30 m)ASP
11/297504 ft (2287 m)150 ft (46 m)ASP

Radio frequencies for Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV)

TypeDescriptionFrequency
A/DJACKSONVILLE APP/DEP118.175 MHz
ATISATIS127.15 MHz
CTAFCTAF119.55 MHz
GNDGND121.7 MHz
RDORDO122.1 MHz
RDORDO122.2 MHz
TWRTWR119.55 MHz
UNICUNICOM122.95 MHz

Airports near Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV)

GNV serves Gainesville, Florida and the University of Florida; flight demand and pricing often spike around major Gators football games, so travelers should book early during college football season for better availability.

FAQ

What is the IATA code for Gainesville Regional Airport?

The IATA code for Gainesville Regional Airport is GNV.

What is the ICAO code for Gainesville Regional Airport?

The ICAO code for Gainesville Regional Airport is KGNV. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.