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Cheapest round-trip
$479
Typical prices: $489-$641
American Airlines
Sun 12/9Fri 1/12
GNV - SFO • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$453
Typical prices: $393-$487
American Airlines
Mon 12/10
GNV - SFO • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Gainesville and San Francisco. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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May
Cheapest • 17% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg $566 (round-trip)
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Shortest trip • 8h 04m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Gainesville to San Francisco (GNV-SFO)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Gainesville to San Francisco

Wed, Dec 9 - Tue, Jan 12
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4:30 pm - 10:48 pmGNV  Gainesville Regional-SFO San Francisco
9h 18m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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12:15 pm - 11:22 pmSFO  San Francisco-GNV Gainesville Regional
8h 07m1 stop Miami
$479American Airlines
Tue, Dec 8 - Tue, Jan 12
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7:07 pm - 11:55 pmGNV  Gainesville Regional-SFO San Francisco
7h 48m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:05 am - 4:30 pmSFO  San Francisco-GNV Gainesville Regional
7h 25m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$479Delta
Sat, Dec 12 - Tue, Jan 12
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5:00 pm - 11:59 pmGNV  Gainesville Regional-SFO San Francisco
9h 59m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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11:53 pm - 9:30 amSFO  San Francisco-GNV Gainesville Regional
6h 37m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$479Delta
Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Jan 20
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7:07 pm - 11:55 pmGNV  Gainesville Regional-SFO San Francisco
7h 48m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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8:00 am - 6:14 pmSFO  San Francisco-GNV Gainesville Regional
7h 14m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$479Delta
Wed, Dec 2 - Sat, Jan 16
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6:00 am - 12:47 pmGNV  Gainesville Regional-SFO San Francisco
9h 47m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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11:53 pm - 9:25 amSFO  San Francisco-GNV Gainesville Regional
6h 32m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$479Delta
Sat, Dec 12 - Tue, Jan 12
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6:00 am - 10:35 amGNV  Gainesville Regional-SFO San Francisco
7h 35m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:05 am - 4:30 pmSFO  San Francisco-GNV Gainesville Regional
7h 25m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$479Delta
Tue, Dec 8 - Tue, Jan 12
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10:18 am - 5:24 pmGNV  Gainesville Regional-SFO San Francisco
10h 06m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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11:53 pm - 9:30 amSFO  San Francisco-GNV Gainesville Regional
6h 37m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$479Delta
Sat, Jan 16 - Sun, Jan 17
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2:44 pm - 10:53 pmGNV  Gainesville Regional-SFO San Francisco
11h 09m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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6:35 am - 4:39 pmSFO  San Francisco-GNV Gainesville Regional
7h 04m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$532American Airlines
Mon, Dec 21 - Tue, Dec 29
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5:35 am - 12:24 pmGNV  Gainesville Regional-SFO San Francisco
9h 49m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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1:02 pm - 11:23 pmSFO  San Francisco-GNV Gainesville Regional
7h 21m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$590American Airlines
Wed, Dec 9 - Tue, Jan 12
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4:30 pm - 10:48 pmGNV  Gainesville Regional-SFO San Francisco
9h 18m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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10:03 am - 11:22 pmSFO  San Francisco-GNV Gainesville Regional
10h 19m2 stops Los Angeles Miami
$601American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Gainesville to San Francisco 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 Francisco?

Round-trip flights from Gainesville to San Francisco typically range from $489 to $641. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $479, on American Airlines.

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

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 Francisco. It’s 14% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 29% higher.

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

•May is the cheapest month to fly from Gainesville to San Francisco at $471 round-trip.
•December ($676) and March ($650) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 43% 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 Francisco flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$453
Beat the crowds with an average 44% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 64% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Gainesville to San Francisco

When to book flights from Gainesville to San Francisco

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Gainesville to San Francisco 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 Francisco 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 Francisco?

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

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

    A nonstop flight from Gainesville to San Francisco takes 00m, covering 2,350 miles.

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

    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 Francisco flight?

    Round-trip flights from Gainesville to San Francisco range from $489 to $641, with an average of $570 over the past 12 months. Anything below $489 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Gainesville to San Francisco 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 $1,747. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Gainesville to San Francisco are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $703, which is 53% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at San Francisco Airport (SFO)?

    San Francisco Airport (SFO) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $63 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Europcar
    • Thrifty
    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Fox

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

    Flights from Gainesville to San Francisco usually depart from Gainesville Regional (GNV) and arrive at San Francisco (SFO).

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 55% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 31% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 14% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 34% on flights from Gainesville to San Francisco. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $494 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $739, a difference of $245.

    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 Francisco?

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 59m, compared with 8h 04m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 8h 35m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

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

    San Francisco 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 Francisco?

    Some of the most popular sights in San Francisco are Fisherman's Wharf, Union Square and Moscone Center. These are among the most viewed places in San Francisco on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Gainesville to San Francisco 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 $494, about $245 less than Sunday fares (33% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Gainesville to San Francisco trip for May. Fares historically average $471 round-trip in that month - typically $205 less than the most expensive month, which is December (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 Francisco Airport.

    • Grand Hyatt At Sfo

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