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Cheapest round-trip
$553
Typical prices: $564-$650
American Airlines
Mon 4/9Tue 4/17
GNV - SNA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$453
Typical prices: $288-$628
American Airlines
Sun 1/7
GNV - SNA • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Gainesville and Santa Ana. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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October
Cheapest • 2% price drop
September
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Top layover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg $677 (round-trip)
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Shortest trip • 7h 29m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Gainesville to Santa Ana (GNV-SNA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Gainesville to Santa Ana

Fri, Apr 9 - Sat, Apr 17
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7:05 am - 12:05 pmGNV  Gainesville Regional-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 00m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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1:23 pm - 10:49 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-GNV Gainesville Regional
6h 26m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$553American Airlines
Fri, Apr 9 - Sat, Apr 17
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6:00 am - 11:13 amGNV  Gainesville Regional-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 13m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:05 pm - 9:24 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-GNV Gainesville Regional
13h 19m2 stops Salt Lake City Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$558Delta
Wed, Jan 6 - Fri, Feb 5
American Airlines Logo
2:44 pm - 10:12 pmGNV  Gainesville Regional-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
10h 28m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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6:45 am - 4:39 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-GNV Gainesville Regional
6h 54m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$563American Airlines
Fri, Apr 9 - Sat, Apr 17
Delta Logo
1:10 pm - 9:55 pmGNV  Gainesville Regional-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
11h 45m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Salt Lake City
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5:05 pm - 9:24 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-GNV Gainesville Regional
13h 19m2 stops Salt Lake City Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$563Delta
Sat, Dec 12 - Sat, Jan 9
American Airlines Logo
4:30 pm - 10:13 pmGNV  Gainesville Regional-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 43m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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9:35 am - 11:17 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-GNV Gainesville Regional
10h 42m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Charlotte Douglas
$576American Airlines
Sat, Dec 12 - Sat, Jan 9
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4:30 pm - 10:13 pmGNV  Gainesville Regional-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 43m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
9:35 am - 11:17 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-GNV Gainesville Regional
10h 42m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Charlotte Douglas
$576American Airlines
Sat, Dec 12 - Fri, Jan 8
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 11:48 amGNV  Gainesville Regional-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 48m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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8:10 am - 10:47 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-GNV Gainesville Regional
11h 37m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$576Delta
Tue, Mar 16 - Sat, Mar 27
American Airlines Logo
5:17 pm - 9:22 pmGNV  Gainesville Regional-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
7h 05m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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1:37 pm - 11:33 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-GNV Gainesville Regional
6h 56m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$578American Airlines
Thu, Dec 24 - Tue, Jan 5
Delta Logo
12:05 pm - 10:28 pmGNV  Gainesville Regional-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
13h 23m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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7:05 pm - 9:30 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-GNV Gainesville Regional
11h 25m2 stops Salt Lake City Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$583Delta
Wed, Jan 6 - Fri, Feb 5
Delta Logo
10:10 am - 8:27 pmGNV  Gainesville Regional-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
13h 17m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Minneapolis St Paul
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11:46 am - 10:46 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-GNV Gainesville Regional
8h 00m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$586Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Gainesville to Santa Ana flights

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

Round-trip flights from Gainesville to Santa Ana typically range from $564 to $650. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $553, on American Airlines.

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Key details for Gainesville to Santa Ana flights

Cheapest flight

$453
One-way flight from Gainesville to Santa Ana

When to book flights from Gainesville to Santa Ana

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Gainesville to Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Gainesville to Santa Ana.

  • How long is a flight from Gainesville to Santa Ana?

    A nonstop flight from Gainesville to Santa Ana takes 00m, covering 2,099 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Gainesville to Santa Ana?

    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 Santa Ana flight?

    Round-trip flights from Gainesville to Santa Ana range from $564 to $650, with an average of $574 over the past 12 months. Anything below $564 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Gainesville to Santa Ana 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 $553 to $2,218. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Gainesville to Santa Ana are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $463, which is 14% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport (SNA)?

    Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport (SNA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $58 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Alamo

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

    Flights from Gainesville to Santa Ana usually depart from Gainesville Regional (GNV) and arrive at Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA).

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

    Connecting flights from Gainesville to Santa Ana most commonly pass through:

    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 55% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 45% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 64% on flights from Gainesville to Santa Ana. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $464 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,259, a difference of $795.

    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 Santa Ana?

    Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 29m, compared with 7h 33m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • What is the time difference between Gainesville and Santa Ana?

    Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana?

    Some of the most popular sights in Santa Ana are Embassy Suites by Hilton Santa Ana Orange County Airport, Santa Ana Zoo and Old Orange County Courthouse. These are among the most viewed places in Santa Ana on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Gainesville to Santa Ana 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 $464, about $795 less than Sunday fares (63% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Gainesville to Santa Ana trip for October. Fares historically average $564 round-trip in that month - typically $695 less than the most expensive month, which is November (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport.

    • Hotel Zessa Orange County Airport, a DoubleTree by Hilton
    • voco Orange County - Airport by IHG
    • Courtyard by Marriott Santa Ana Orange County

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