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Gainesville to Rock Sound
794 miles. One price for the whole airplane.
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The trip
Gainesville to Rock Sound, door to door faster.
Skip the ferry and the airline connection. Bluebird flies you direct from Lee Gilmer Memorial Airport in Gainesville to Rock Sound International Airport in Rock Sound, 794 miles in about a short flight in a private jet with two pilots up front. Need a different size of aircraft? We'll source one sized for the trip. The price is for the whole aircraft, with every fee and tax shown before you book.
- Distance
- 794 mi
- Flight
- —
- Airports
- 6
- Passengers
- Up to 1
Departing Gainesville
Airports in Gainesville
GVL
Regional airportLee Gilmer Memorial Airport
Gainesville · KGVL
- From downtown
- 1 mi
- Longest runway
- 5,496 ft
KJCA
Regional airportJackson County Airport
Jefferson
- From downtown
- 17 mi
- Longest runway
- 5,210 ft
KAJR
Regional airportHabersham County Airport
Cornelia
- From downtown
- 21 mi
- Longest runway
- 5,503 ft
LZU
Regional airportGwinnett County Briscoe Field
Lawrenceville · KLZU
- From downtown
- 23 mi
- Longest runway
- 6,001 ft
WDR
Regional airportBarrow County Airport
Winder · KWDR
- From downtown
- 23 mi
- Longest runway
- 5,202 ft
Arriving Rock Sound
Airports in Rock Sound
RSD
Commercial airportRock Sound International Airport
Rock Sound · MYER
- From downtown
- 2 mi
- Longest runway
- 7,213 ft
When you land
Things to do in Rock Sound
Rock Sound is the largest town in South Eleuthera, a small, friendly settlement on a broad bay on the island’s sheltered western side, with grocery stores, churches and a lively fish fry. The surrounding coast is lined with quiet beaches, private villas and long-standing vacation communities, including Cotton Bay and Windermere Island. Farther south, Cape Eleuthera is home to a marina and The Island School, a well-known marine research and education program, while the island’s southern tip leads to Lighthouse Beach and its pink sand.
- 01
Ocean Hole Park
This inland blue hole in Rock Sound is connected to the sea, with steps leading down to water where tropical fish swim among the rocks, surrounded by a small park.
- 02
Rock Sound Cave
A large limestone cave on the edge of town with stalactites, tree roots reaching through openings in the ceiling and resident bats, open to walk-in visitors.
- 03
Lighthouse Beach
At the southern tip of Eleuthera, a rough road leads to a sweep of pink sand beneath a historic lighthouse ruin, with excellent snorkeling and dramatic cliffs.
- 04
Cape Eleuthera
West of Rock Sound, the cape’s marina is a base for sportfishing and diving, and the nearby Island School offers a look at marine research in the Bahamas.
- 05
Tarpum Bay
This historic fishing settlement north of Rock Sound has painted cottages, a waterfront for watching fishermen bring in the catch, and calm bay views at sunset.
- 06
Cotton Bay Beach
A long, curving Atlantic beach on the east side of South Eleuthera, with soft sand and clear water that is often nearly empty, even in high season.
Questions
Gainesville to Rock Sound flights
How long is a private flight from Gainesville to Rock Sound?
About a short flight in a private jet, for 794 miles direct.
Which airports do flights from Gainesville to Rock Sound use?
You can depart from Lee Gilmer Memorial Airport (GVL), Jackson County Airport (KJCA), or Habersham County Airport (KAJR) and arrive at Rock Sound International Airport (RSD). Pick whichever is closest to where you're starting and where you're headed.
How much does a private charter from Gainesville to Rock Sound cost?
The price depends on the date, departure time, aircraft and where the airplane is positioned. Enter your trip above to see an instant price for the whole airplane, with every tax and fee included.
Do I need a passport to fly from Gainesville to Rock Sound?
Yes. It's an international flight, so every passenger needs a valid passport. You clear customs and immigration when you land in Rock Sound, and again when you return.
Can I book a round trip between Gainesville and Rock Sound?
Yes. Choose round trip when you search, and pick your return date and time. Flights from Rock Sound back to Gainesville are priced the same way.
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Rock Sound to Gainesville
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