
Private charter · JAN → GLS
Jackson to Galveston
353 miles. One price for the whole airplane.
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The trip
Jackson to Galveston, door to door faster.
Trade about 7½ hours on the road for about a short flight in the air. Bluebird flies you direct from Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport in Jackson to Scholes International At Galveston Airport in Galveston, 353 miles 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
- 353 mi
- Flight
- —
- Driving
- 7½ hours
- Passengers
- Up to 1
Departing Jackson
Airports in Jackson
JAN
Commercial airportJackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport
Jackson · KJAN
- From downtown
- 6 mi
- Longest runway
- 8,500 ft
HKS
Regional airportHawkins Field
Jackson · KHKS
- From downtown
- 3 mi
- Longest runway
- 5,387 ft
KJVW
Regional airportJohn Bell Williams Airport
Raymond
- From downtown
- 13 mi
- Longest runway
- 5,499 ft
Arriving Galveston
Airports in Galveston
GLS
Commercial airportScholes International At Galveston Airport
Galveston · KGLS
- From downtown
- 5 mi
- Longest runway
- 6,001 ft
When you land
Things to do in Galveston
Galveston is an island city about an hour southeast of downtown Houston, and it lives a double life as a working port and a beach getaway. It is one of the busiest cruise ports in the country, the University of Texas Medical Branch is a major academic medical center and the island’s largest employer, and shipping, port operations and marine research keep business travelers coming year-round. Texas A&M University also runs a maritime campus on Pelican Island.
- 01
The Strand Historic District
Once called the Wall Street of the Southwest, this district of 19th-century commercial buildings is now full of shops, galleries and restaurants, and hosts Dickens on the Strand every December.
- 02
Moody Gardens
Three glass pyramids house a tropical rainforest, an aquarium and a science discovery center, joined by a seasonal waterpark, a paddlewheel boat and a hotel on the island’s bay side.
- 03
Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier
Extending over the Gulf from the Seawall, the pier packs roller coasters, carnival rides, midway games and restaurants above the water, with views along the beachfront.
- 04
Bishop’s Palace
Designed by architect Nicholas Clayton and completed in the 1890s, this ornate stone Victorian mansion on Broadway survived the 1900 storm and is open for guided and self-guided tours.
- 05
Seawall Boulevard and Beaches
Built after the 1900 storm, the Seawall stretches for miles along the Gulf, with a wide sidewalk for walking, biking and surrey rentals above the island’s most popular beaches.
- 06
Texas Seaport Museum and Elissa
At the harbor, visitors can board Elissa, an 1877 tall ship that still sails, and learn about Galveston’s history as a major immigration port.
Questions
Jackson to Galveston flights
How long is a private flight from Jackson to Galveston?
About a short flight in a private jet, for 353 miles direct. Driving the same trip takes about 7½ hours.
Which airports do flights from Jackson to Galveston use?
You can depart from Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport (JAN), Hawkins Field (HKS), or John Bell Williams Airport (KJVW) and arrive at Scholes International At Galveston Airport (GLS). Pick whichever is closest to where you're starting and where you're headed.
How much does a private charter from Jackson to Galveston 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.
Can I book a round trip between Jackson and Galveston?
Yes. Choose round trip when you search, and pick your return date and time. Flights from Galveston back to Jackson are priced the same way.
Return flight
Galveston to Jackson
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