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Cheapest round-trip
$397
Typical prices: $326-$460
Delta
Tue 12/4Thu 12/6
MSY - GNV • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$283
Typical prices: $368-$447
Delta
Thu 12/6
MSY - GNV • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between New Orleans and Gainesville. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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October
Cheapest • 22% price drop
May
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Top layover airports
Miami (MIA)
Cheapest • Avg $356 (round-trip)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Shortest trip • 4h 15m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from New Orleans to Gainesville (MSY-GNV)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from New Orleans to Gainesville

Fri, Dec 4 - Sun, Dec 6
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5:20 am - 12:50 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-GNV Gainesville Regional
6h 30m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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1:35 pm - 5:16 pmGNV  Gainesville Regional-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
4h 41m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$397Delta
Wed, Nov 25 - Sun, Nov 29
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5:18 pm - 10:48 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-GNV Gainesville Regional
4h 30m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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1:31 pm - 4:13 pmGNV  Gainesville Regional-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
3h 42m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$407Delta
Fri, Nov 20 - Sun, Nov 22
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5:30 am - 12:46 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-GNV Gainesville Regional
6h 16m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:06 pm - 11:59 pmGNV  Gainesville Regional-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 53m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$437Delta
Fri, Oct 2 - Sun, Oct 4
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3:46 pm - 11:14 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-GNV Gainesville Regional
6h 28m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:00 am - 9:30 amGNV  Gainesville Regional-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
4h 30m1 stop Miami
$447American Airlines
Tue, Sep 29 - Sat, Oct 3
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8:00 am - 4:47 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-GNV Gainesville Regional
7h 47m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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5:18 pm - 10:58 pmGNV  Gainesville Regional-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 40m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$477American Airlines
Thu, Nov 5 - Sun, Nov 8
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9:10 am - 5:25 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-GNV Gainesville Regional
7h 15m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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6:00 am - 9:51 amGNV  Gainesville Regional-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
4h 51m1 stop Miami
$481American Airlines
Fri, Oct 9 - Sun, Oct 11
American Airlines Logo
6:59 pm - 11:59 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-GNV Gainesville Regional
4h 00m1 stop Miami
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6:55 am - 11:48 amGNV  Gainesville Regional-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 53m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$501American Airlines
Tue, Sep 29 - Sat, Oct 3
American Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 4:47 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-GNV Gainesville Regional
7h 47m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:00 am - 2:55 pmGNV  Gainesville Regional-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
9h 55m2 stops Miami Dallas/Fort Worth
$512American Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Sun, Dec 6
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5:39 am - 2:45 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-GNV Gainesville Regional
8h 06m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Charlotte Douglas
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9:37 am - 2:06 pmGNV  Gainesville Regional-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 29m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$563American Airlines
Tue, Sep 29 - Sat, Oct 3
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12:22 pm - 11:25 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-GNV Gainesville Regional
10h 03m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Miami
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6:00 am - 2:55 pmGNV  Gainesville Regional-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
9h 55m2 stops Miami Dallas/Fort Worth
$568American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for New Orleans to Gainesville flights

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

Round-trip flights from New Orleans to Gainesville start at $397. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $326 to $460. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $397 on Delta.

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

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from New Orleans to Gainesville, it is 22% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 58% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Key details for New Orleans to Gainesville flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$283
Flight from New Orleans to Gainesville

When to book flights from New Orleans to Gainesville

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from New Orleans 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 New Orleans 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 New Orleans to Gainesville?

    Flights from New Orleans to Gainesville usually depart from New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) and arrive at Gainesville Regional (GNV).

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from New Orleans to Gainesville.

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 76% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 12% of one-stop connections
    • Miami (MIA) - 12% 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 New Orleans to Gainesville?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 51% on the New Orleans to Gainesville route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $326 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $660, a difference of $334. 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 New Orleans to Gainesville?

    A nonstop flight from New Orleans to Gainesville takes 0h 00m, covering 479 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from New Orleans 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 New Orleans 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 $397 to $1,063. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from New Orleans to Gainesville are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $524, which is 26% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 15m, compared with 4h 52m via Miami (MIA) and 4h 54m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

  • What is the time difference between New Orleans and Gainesville?

    Gainesville is 1 hour ahead of New Orleans (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 New Orleans to Gainesville flight?

    Round-trip flights from New Orleans to Gainesville range from $326 to $460, with an average of $416 over the past 12 months. Anything below $326 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking New Orleans 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 Thursday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Thursday flights average $326 - about $334 less than Sunday (51% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your New Orleans to Gainesville trip for October. Fares historically average $326 round-trip in that month - typically $334 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).

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