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Cheapest round-trip
$695
Typical prices: $658-$1,037
American Airlines
Tue 1/2Fri 1/12
GNV - SJO • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$309
Typical prices: $293-$587
American Airlines
Sat 1/13
GNV - SJO • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between Gainesville and San José. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Cheapest • 38% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $812 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 8h 33m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Gainesville to San José (GNV-SJO)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Gainesville to San José

Sat, Jan 2 - Tue, Jan 12
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6:00 am - 9:12 pmGNV  Gainesville Regional-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
16h 12m1 stop Miami
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3:56 pm - 11:22 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-GNV Gainesville Regional
6h 26m1 stop Miami
$695American Airlines
Sat, Jan 2 - Tue, Jan 12
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6:00 am - 9:12 pmGNV  Gainesville Regional-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
16h 12m1 stop Miami
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1:18 pm - 10:19 amSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-GNV Gainesville Regional
20h 01m2 stops Miami Charlotte Douglas
$722American Airlines
Sat, Jan 2 - Tue, Jan 12
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7:32 pm - 2:35 pmGNV  Gainesville Regional-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
20h 03m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Miami
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1:18 pm - 10:19 amSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-GNV Gainesville Regional
20h 01m2 stops Miami Charlotte Douglas
$947American Airlines
Sun, Mar 14 - Sun, Mar 21
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7:41 pm - 10:28 amGNV  Gainesville Regional-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
16h 47m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Miami
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11:25 pm - 4:45 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-GNV Gainesville Regional
15h 20m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$1,107American Airlines
Sun, Mar 14 - Sun, Mar 21
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7:41 pm - 10:28 amGNV  Gainesville Regional-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
16h 47m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Miami
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11:25 pm - 6:37 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-GNV Gainesville Regional
17h 12m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Charlotte Douglas
$1,174American Airlines
Sun, Dec 20 - Sun, Dec 27
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6:00 am - 9:12 pmGNV  Gainesville Regional-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
16h 12m1 stop Miami
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11:35 am - 12:18 amSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-GNV Gainesville Regional
11h 43m1 stop Miami
$1,203American Airlines
Sun, Dec 20 - Sun, Dec 27
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6:00 am - 9:12 pmGNV  Gainesville Regional-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
16h 12m1 stop Miami
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11:35 am - 12:18 amSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-GNV Gainesville Regional
11h 43m1 stop Miami
$1,268American Airlines
Sun, Dec 20 - Sun, Dec 27
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6:00 am - 2:35 pmGNV  Gainesville Regional-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
9h 35m1 stop Miami
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2:02 pm - 12:18 amSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-GNV Gainesville Regional
9h 16m1 stop Miami
$1,268American Airlines
Sun, Dec 20 - Sun, Dec 27
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6:00 am - 9:12 pmGNV  Gainesville Regional-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
16h 12m1 stop Miami
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3:37 pm - 10:48 amSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-GNV Gainesville Regional
18h 11m2 stops Miami Charlotte Douglas
$1,272American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Gainesville to San José flights

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

Round-trip flights from Gainesville to San José typically range from $658 to $1,037. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $695, on American Airlines.

Key details for Gainesville to San José flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

$309
Beat the crowds with an average 87% drop in travelers.
One-way flight from Gainesville to San José

When to book flights from Gainesville to San José

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

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

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

    A nonstop flight from Gainesville to San José takes 00m, covering 1,366 miles.

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

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

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

    Round-trip flights from Gainesville to San José range from $658 to $1,037, with an average of $810 over the past 12 months. Anything below $658 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Gainesville to San José 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 $695 to $2,030. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Gainesville to San José are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $309, which is 24% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport (SJO)?

    San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport (SJO) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $30 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Priceless
    • Avis
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Payless

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

    Flights from Gainesville to San José usually depart from Gainesville Regional (GNV) and arrive at San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO).

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

    Connecting flights from Gainesville to San José most commonly pass through:

    • Miami (MIA) - 79% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 21% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 37% on flights from Gainesville to San José. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $658 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $1,038, a difference of $380.

    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 San José?

    Flying via Miami (MIA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 46m, compared with 8h 33m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

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

    San José 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 San José?

    Some of the most popular sights in San José are Parque Metropolitano La Sabana, Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica and Museo de Oro. These are among the most viewed places in San José on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Gainesville to San José 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 Sunday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Sunday flights average $658, about $380 less than Monday fares (37% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Gainesville to San José trip for February. Fares historically average $501 round-trip in that month - typically $536 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).

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