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Cheapest round-trip
$387
Typical prices: $431-$612
American Airlines
Sun 10/14Wed 10/24
IAH - GNV • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$316
Typical prices: $314-$392
American Airlines
Fri 9/28
IAH - GNV • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Houston and Gainesville. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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IAH - GNV
Cheapest • 3% average savings
HOU - GNV
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 33% price drop
May
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Cheapest • Avg $315 (round-trip)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Shortest trip • 4h 47m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Houston to Gainesville

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Houston to Gainesville

Wed, Oct 14 - Sat, Oct 24
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11:12 am - 6:14 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-GNV Gainesville Regional
6h 02m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:00 pm - 11:03 pmGNV  Gainesville Regional-HOU Houston Hobby
7h 03m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$387Delta
Wed, Oct 14 - Sat, Oct 24
American Airlines Logo
3:01 pm - 10:26 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-GNV Gainesville Regional
6h 25m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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5:00 pm - 10:29 pmGNV  Gainesville Regional-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
6h 29m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$387American Airlines
Wed, Oct 14 - Tue, Oct 20
Delta Logo
8:05 am - 3:08 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-GNV Gainesville Regional
6h 03m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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10:19 am - 1:23 pmGNV  Gainesville Regional-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
4h 04m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$407Delta
Sat, Nov 21 - Wed, Dec 2
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5:24 pm - 10:48 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-GNV Gainesville Regional
4h 24m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:08 pm - 11:32 pmGNV  Gainesville Regional-HOU Houston Hobby
5h 24m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$407Delta
Sat, Nov 21 - Tue, Dec 1
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5:24 pm - 10:48 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-GNV Gainesville Regional
4h 24m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:08 pm - 11:32 pmGNV  Gainesville Regional-HOU Houston Hobby
5h 24m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$407Delta
Tue, Nov 24 - Wed, Dec 2
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6:00 am - 12:46 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-GNV Gainesville Regional
5h 46m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:00 am - 9:36 amGNV  Gainesville Regional-HOU Houston Hobby
4h 36m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$407Delta
Tue, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 1
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6:00 am - 12:46 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-GNV Gainesville Regional
5h 46m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:08 pm - 11:32 pmGNV  Gainesville Regional-HOU Houston Hobby
5h 24m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$407Delta
Wed, Nov 18 - Mon, Nov 23
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7:00 am - 12:46 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-GNV Gainesville Regional
4h 46m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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10:16 am - 3:22 pmGNV  Gainesville Regional-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
6h 06m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$422Delta
Thu, Oct 15 - Wed, Oct 21
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5:29 am - 12:48 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-GNV Gainesville Regional
6h 19m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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1:30 pm - 5:23 pmGNV  Gainesville Regional-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
4h 53m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$442Delta
Sat, Oct 10 - Tue, Oct 13
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5:34 pm - 11:59 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-GNV Gainesville Regional
5h 25m1 stop Miami
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5:13 pm - 11:59 pmGNV  Gainesville Regional-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
7h 46m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$452American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Houston to Gainesville flights

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

Round-trip flights from Houston to Gainesville start at $387. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $431 to $612. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $387 on American Airlines.

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

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Houston to Gainesville, it is 9% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 24% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Key details for Houston to Gainesville flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$316
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 14% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 3% lower on average.
Flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Gainesville

When to book flights from Houston to Gainesville

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

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

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

    Flights from Houston to Gainesville may depart from several airports in Houston area, including Houston Hobby (HOU) and Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH). Flights usually arrive at Gainesville Regional (GNV).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Houston to Gainesville?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Houston to Gainesville.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Houston to Gainesville?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $315 round-trip via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW), compared to $447 for nonstop.

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 88% of one-stop connections
    • Miami (MIA) - 6% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 3% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 3% of one-stop connections

    Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 27% on the Houston to Gainesville route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $458 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $627, a difference of $169. 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 long is a flight from Houston to Gainesville?

    A nonstop flight from Houston to Gainesville takes 0h 00m, covering 785 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Houston to Gainesville?

    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 Houston to Gainesville 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 $387 to $941. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Houston to Gainesville are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $416, which is 12% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 47m, compared with 4h 53m via Miami (MIA) and 5h 08m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • What is the time difference between Houston and Gainesville?

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

  • What car rental options are available at Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV)?

    Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $25 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Budget
    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Alamo
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car

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

    Round-trip flights from Houston to Gainesville range from $431 to $612, with an average of $502 over the past 12 months. Anything below $431 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Houston to Gainesville flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $458 - about $169 less than Monday (27% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Houston to Gainesville trip for February. Fares historically average $336 round-trip in that month - typically $434 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Dallas/Fort Worth Airport (DFW) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $315 round-trip on this route - about $132 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

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