Which airports can I use when flying from Gainesville to New Orleans?

Flights from Gainesville to New Orleans usually depart from Gainesville Regional (GNV) and arrive at New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from Gainesville to New Orleans?

Only Economy Class is available on flights from Gainesville to New Orleans.

Which airports do connecting flights from Gainesville to New Orleans pass through?

One-stop flights from Gainesville to New Orleans most commonly connect through: • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 47% of one-stop connections • Miami (MIA) - 33% of one-stop connections • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 13% of one-stop connections • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 7% of one-stop connections

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Gainesville to New Orleans?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 60% on flights from Gainesville to New Orleans. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $336 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $838, a difference of $502. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

What popular places can I visit in New Orleans?

Some of the most popular sights in New Orleans are Caesars Superdome, New Orleans Morial Convention Center and Canal Street. These are among the most viewed places in New Orleans on KAYAK.

How long is a flight from Gainesville to New Orleans?

A nonstop flight from Gainesville to New Orleans takes 00m, covering 479 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from Gainesville to New Orleans?

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.

Have flight prices from Gainesville to New Orleans 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 $397 to $1,400. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Gainesville to New Orleans looking right now?

One-way fares from Gainesville to New Orleans are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $309, which is 23% below the typical average for this route.

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

Flying via Miami (MIA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 30m, compared with 4h 40m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 4h 57m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

What is the time difference between Gainesville and New Orleans?

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

What car rental options are available at New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY)?

New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $25 for economy cars. Top options include: • Dollar • Priceless • Hertz • Thrifty • Budget

How much should I expect to pay for a Gainesville to New Orleans flight?

Round-trip flights from Gainesville to New Orleans range from $356 to $508, with an average of $426 over the past 12 months. Anything below $356 counts as a good deal.

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

Round-trip flights from Gainesville to New Orleans typically range from $356 to $508. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $397, on American Airlines.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Gainesville to New Orleans?

American Airlines ($397) and Delta ($437) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Gainesville to New Orleans according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from Gainesville to New Orleans?

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) is the most popular layover for the Gainesville to New Orleans route. 47% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via ATL.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Gainesville to New Orleans?

Flights via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $472. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Gainesville to New Orleans which airport offers the shortest layover?

Miami (MIA) had the shortest average connection time for Gainesville to New Orleans layovers at 2h 52m over the past 3 months.

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Fri, Feb 19 - Sat, Feb 27

5:11 pm - 9:35 pmGNV Gainesville Regional-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

5h 24m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

3:32 pm - 10:36 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-GNV Gainesville Regional

6h 04m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$397American Airlines

Wed, Nov 4 - Sat, Nov 7

5:10 pm - 10:57 pmGNV Gainesville Regional-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

6h 47m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

6:00 am - 2:09 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-GNV Gainesville Regional

7h 09m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$414American Airlines

Fri, Feb 26 - Mon, Mar 1

7:05 pm - 11:27 pmGNV Gainesville Regional-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

5h 22m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

6:30 am - 12:22 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-GNV Gainesville Regional

4h 52m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$437Delta

Mon, Dec 28 - Thu, Dec 31

7:32 pm - 11:57 pmGNV Gainesville Regional-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

5h 25m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

6:51 pm - 12:15 amMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-GNV Gainesville Regional

4h 24m1 stop Miami

$437American Airlines

Fri, Nov 6 - Sat, Nov 7

6:00 pm - 9:24 amGNV Gainesville Regional-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

16h 24m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

4:57 pm - 9:35 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-GNV Gainesville Regional

3h 38m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$442Delta

Fri, Feb 19 - Sat, Feb 27

5:11 pm - 10:59 pmGNV Gainesville Regional-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

6h 48m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

5:39 am - 2:42 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-GNV Gainesville Regional

8h 03m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Charlotte Douglas

$472American Airlines

Wed, Nov 4 - Sat, Nov 7

2:44 pm - 10:57 pmGNV Gainesville Regional-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

9h 13m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Dallas/Fort Worth

7:43 am - 4:40 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-GNV Gainesville Regional

7h 57m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$472American Airlines

Sat, Oct 10 - Wed, Oct 14

7:34 pm - 11:59 pmGNV Gainesville Regional-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

5h 25m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

9:08 am - 4:28 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-GNV Gainesville Regional

6h 20m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$477American Airlines

Wed, Nov 4 - Sat, Nov 7

5:10 pm - 9:35 pmGNV Gainesville Regional-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

5h 25m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

6:00 am - 2:09 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-GNV Gainesville Regional

7h 09m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$477American Airlines

Fri, Oct 16 - Mon, Oct 19

5:13 pm - 11:27 pmGNV Gainesville Regional-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

7h 14m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

3:45 pm - 10:17 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-GNV Gainesville Regional

5h 32m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$487American Airlines

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How much is a round-trip flight from Gainesville to New Orleans? This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Gainesville to New Orleans departing in february.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from Gainesville to New Orleans?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from Gainesville to New Orleans.
How long is a flight from Gainesville to New Orleans?
A nonstop flight from Gainesville to New Orleans takes 00m, covering 479 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from Gainesville to New Orleans?
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 Gainesville to New Orleans flight?
Round-trip flights from Gainesville to New Orleans range from $356 to $508, with an average of $426 over the past 12 months. Anything below $356 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from Gainesville to New Orleans 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 $397 to $1,400. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Gainesville to New Orleans looking right now?
One-way fares from Gainesville to New Orleans are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $309, which is 23% below the typical average for this route.
What car rental options are available at New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY)?
New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $25 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Dollar
• Priceless
• Hertz
• Thrifty
• Budget
Which airports can I use when flying from Gainesville to New Orleans?
Flights from Gainesville to New Orleans usually depart from Gainesville Regional (GNV) and arrive at New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY).
Which airports do connecting flights from Gainesville to New Orleans pass through?
One-stop flights from Gainesville to New Orleans most commonly connect through:

• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 47% of one-stop connections
• Miami (MIA) - 33% of one-stop connections
• Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 13% of one-stop connections
• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 7% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Gainesville to New Orleans?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 60% on flights from Gainesville to New Orleans. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $336 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $838, a difference of $502.

Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Gainesville to New Orleans?
Flying via Miami (MIA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 30m, compared with 4h 40m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 4h 57m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).
What is the time difference between Gainesville and New Orleans?
New Orleans is 1 hour behind Gainesville (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
What popular places can I visit in New Orleans?
Some of the most popular sights in New Orleans are Caesars Superdome, New Orleans Morial Convention Center and Canal Street. These are among the most viewed places in New Orleans on KAYAK.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Saturday flights average $336, about $502 less than Wednesday fares (60% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Gainesville to New Orleans trip for September. Fares historically average $336 round-trip in that month - typically $502 less than the most expensive month, which is October (based on the last 12 months).

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