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Cheapest round-trip
$479
Typical prices: $489-$647
Delta
Fri 2/2Sat 2/17
GNV - SAN • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$293
Typical prices: $340-$519
American Airlines
Tue 12/25
GNV - SAN • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Gainesville and San Diego. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
October
Cheapest • 25% price drop
December
Most popular
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Charlotte Douglas (CLT)
Cheapest • Avg $543 (round-trip)
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Shortest trip • 7h 18m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Gainesville to San Diego (GNV-SAN)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Gainesville to San Diego

Tue, Feb 2 - Wed, Feb 17
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3:26 pm - 8:50 pmGNV  Gainesville Regional-SAN San Diego
8h 24m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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10:40 pm - 9:24 amSAN  San Diego-GNV Gainesville Regional
7h 44m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$479Delta
Wed, Feb 3 - Wed, Feb 17
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6:00 am - 1:08 pmGNV  Gainesville Regional-SAN San Diego
10h 08m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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10:40 pm - 9:24 amSAN  San Diego-GNV Gainesville Regional
7h 44m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$479Delta
Wed, Mar 31 - Sun, Apr 4
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 11:06 amGNV  Gainesville Regional-SAN San Diego
8h 06m1 stop Miami
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12:09 pm - 11:59 pmSAN  San Diego-GNV Gainesville Regional
8h 50m1 stop Miami
$532American Airlines
Wed, Feb 3 - Fri, Feb 19
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6:00 am - 1:08 pmGNV  Gainesville Regional-SAN San Diego
10h 08m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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1:15 pm - 11:33 pmSAN  San Diego-GNV Gainesville Regional
7h 18m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$532American Airlines
Fri, Feb 5 - Wed, Feb 17
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 10:00 amGNV  Gainesville Regional-SAN San Diego
7h 00m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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10:40 pm - 9:24 amSAN  San Diego-GNV Gainesville Regional
7h 44m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$532Delta
Mon, Feb 1 - Wed, Feb 17
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6:59 pm - 11:33 pmGNV  Gainesville Regional-SAN San Diego
7h 34m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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10:40 pm - 9:24 amSAN  San Diego-GNV Gainesville Regional
7h 44m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$532Delta
Thu, Feb 4 - Wed, Feb 17
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3:25 pm - 8:50 pmGNV  Gainesville Regional-SAN San Diego
8h 25m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
10:40 pm - 9:24 amSAN  San Diego-GNV Gainesville Regional
7h 44m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$532Delta
Wed, Mar 31 - Sun, Apr 4
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10:20 am - 3:41 pmGNV  Gainesville Regional-SAN San Diego
8h 21m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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10:40 pm - 9:24 amSAN  San Diego-GNV Gainesville Regional
7h 44m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$532Delta
Wed, Feb 3 - Fri, Feb 19
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 1:08 pmGNV  Gainesville Regional-SAN San Diego
10h 08m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
1:15 pm - 11:33 pmSAN  San Diego-GNV Gainesville Regional
7h 18m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$532American Airlines
Sat, Jan 9 - Thu, Jan 14
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2:44 pm - 8:54 pmGNV  Gainesville Regional-SAN San Diego
9h 10m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 4:39 pmSAN  San Diego-GNV Gainesville Regional
7h 24m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$532American Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Gainesville to San Diego 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 Gainesville to San Diego?

Round-trip flights from Gainesville to San Diego typically range from $489 to $647. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $479, on Delta.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Gainesville to San Diego. It’s 8% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 36% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Gainesville to San Diego?

•October is the cheapest month to fly from Gainesville to San Diego at $426 round-trip.
•April ($828) and June ($713) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 94% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Gainesville to San Diego flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

$293
Beat the crowds with an average 37% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 49% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Gainesville to San Diego

When to book flights from Gainesville to San Diego

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Gainesville to San Diego.

  • How long is a flight from Gainesville to San Diego?

    A nonstop flight from Gainesville to San Diego takes 00m, covering 2,064 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Gainesville to San Diego?

    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 San Diego flight?

    Round-trip flights from Gainesville to San Diego range from $489 to $647, with an average of $565 over the past 12 months. Anything below $489 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Gainesville to San Diego 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 $479 to $2,096. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Gainesville to San Diego are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $577, which is 46% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at San Diego Airport (SAN)?

    San Diego Airport (SAN) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $53 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Payless
    • Europcar
    • Thrifty
    • Fox

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

    Flights from Gainesville to San Diego usually depart from Gainesville Regional (GNV) and arrive at San Diego (SAN).

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

    One-stop flights from Gainesville to San Diego most commonly connect through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 65% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 30% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 3% of one-stop connections
    • Miami (MIA) - 3% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 32% on flights from Gainesville to San Diego. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $525 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $771, a difference of $246.

    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 Gainesville to San Diego?

    Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 18m, compared with 7h 27m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 7h 30m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

  • What is the time difference between Gainesville and San Diego?

    San Diego is 3 hours behind Gainesville (Pacific Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in San Diego?

    Some of the most popular sights in San Diego are Gaslamp Quarter, San Diego Convention Center and SeaWorld San Diego. These are among the most viewed places in San Diego on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Gainesville to San Diego 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 Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $525, about $246 less than Sunday fares (32% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Gainesville to San Diego trip for October. Fares historically average $426 round-trip in that month - typically $402 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to San Diego Airport.

    • Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy
    • Bay Club Hotel & Marina
    • Sheraton San Diego Resort

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