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Cheapest round-trip
$449
Typical prices: $378-$580
Delta
Wed 12/5Wed 12/12
MDW - GNV • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$352
Typical prices: $361-$459
American Airlines
Sat 3/3
ORD - GNV • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Chicago and Gainesville. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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MDW - GNV
Cheapest • 13% average savings
ORD - GNV
Most popular
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When to travel
March
Cheapest • 19% price drop
March
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg $484 (round-trip)
Charlotte Douglas (CLT)
Shortest trip • 5h 15m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Chicago to Gainesville (CHI-GNV)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Chicago to Gainesville

Sat, Feb 20 - Sat, Mar 13
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5:30 am - 12:22 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-GNV Gainesville Regional
5h 52m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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4:59 pm - 10:20 pmGNV  Gainesville Regional-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
6h 21m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$449Delta
Sat, Jan 30 - Tue, Feb 2
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5:20 pm - 10:46 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-GNV Gainesville Regional
4h 26m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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3:26 pm - 6:48 pmGNV  Gainesville Regional-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
4h 22m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$449Delta
Wed, Jan 27 - Sat, Jan 30
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4:46 pm - 11:17 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-GNV Gainesville Regional
5h 31m1 stop Miami
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10:46 am - 2:20 pmGNV  Gainesville Regional-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
4h 34m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$449American Airlines
Wed, Feb 17 - Sat, Feb 20
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6:42 am - 2:09 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-GNV Gainesville Regional
6h 27m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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6:00 am - 12:33 pmGNV  Gainesville Regional-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
7h 33m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$449American Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 12
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11:47 am - 6:09 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-GNV Gainesville Regional
5h 22m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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6:38 pm - 10:36 pmGNV  Gainesville Regional-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
4h 58m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$449American Airlines
Wed, Jan 6 - Sat, Jan 9
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2:38 pm - 11:17 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-GNV Gainesville Regional
7h 39m1 stop Miami
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6:38 pm - 10:46 pmGNV  Gainesville Regional-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
5h 08m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$449American Airlines
Wed, Feb 17 - Sat, Feb 20
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7:10 am - 12:22 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-GNV Gainesville Regional
4h 12m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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1:10 pm - 4:37 pmGNV  Gainesville Regional-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
4h 27m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$449Delta
Tue, Jan 26 - Tue, Feb 2
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7:10 am - 2:40 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-GNV Gainesville Regional
6h 30m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:59 pm - 10:20 pmGNV  Gainesville Regional-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
4h 21m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$449Delta
Tue, Jan 26 - Sat, Jan 30
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3:00 pm - 10:46 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-GNV Gainesville Regional
6h 46m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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2:30 pm - 6:47 pmGNV  Gainesville Regional-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
5h 17m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$449Delta
Tue, Feb 16 - Sat, Feb 20
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5:30 am - 12:22 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-GNV Gainesville Regional
5h 52m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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10:20 am - 4:37 pmGNV  Gainesville Regional-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
7h 17m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$449Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Chicago to Gainesville flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Chicago to Gainesville?

Round-trip flights from Chicago to Gainesville typically range from $378 to $580. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $449, on Delta.

What is the cheapest Chicago to Gainesville flight route?

Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) to Gainesville (GNV) is the cheapest Chicago to Gainesville route, averaging $367 round-trip. Other Chicago to Gainesville routes average $472, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago to Gainesville?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago to Gainesville. It’s 20% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 115% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Gainesville?

•March and May are the cheapest months to fly from Chicago to Gainesville at $367 round-trip.
•January ($916) and September ($837) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 149% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Chicago to Gainesville flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

$352
Beat the crowds with an average 40% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 93% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Gainesville

When to book flights from Chicago to Gainesville

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Chicago to Gainesville based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Chicago to Gainesville flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Chicago to Gainesville?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Chicago to Gainesville.

  • How long is a flight from Chicago to Gainesville?

    A nonstop flight from Chicago to Gainesville takes 00m, covering 893 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Chicago to Gainesville?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Chicago to Gainesville flight?

    Round-trip flights from Chicago to Gainesville range from $378 to $580, with an average of $455 over the past 12 months. Anything below $378 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Chicago to Gainesville changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $449 to $2,979. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Chicago to Gainesville looking right now?

    One-way fares from Chicago to Gainesville are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $632, which is 53% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV)?

    Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $59 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Budget
    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Alamo
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Chicago to Gainesville?

    Flights from Chicago to Gainesville may depart from several airports in Chicago area, including Chicago Midway (MDW), Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and Chicago Greater Rockford (RFD). Flights usually arrive at Gainesville Regional (GNV).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Chicago to Gainesville pass through?

    Connecting flights from Chicago to Gainesville most commonly pass through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 63% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 37% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Chicago to Gainesville?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 63% on flights from Chicago to Gainesville. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $367 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $980, a difference of $613.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Chicago to Gainesville?

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 53m, compared with 5h 15m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

  • What is the time difference between Chicago and Gainesville?

    Gainesville is 1 hour ahead of Chicago (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Chicago to Gainesville flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $367, about $613 less than Sunday fares (63% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Chicago to Gainesville trip for March. Fares historically average $367 round-trip in that month - typically $549 less than the most expensive month, which is January (based on the last 12 months).

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