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Cheapest round-trip
$546
Typical prices: $474-$595
Delta
Sat 3/3Sun 3/11
SMF - GNV • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$458
Typical prices: $484-$559
Delta
Tue 1/9
SMF - GNV • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Sacramento and Gainesville. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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February
Cheapest • 18% price drop
January
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Top layover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg $544 (round-trip)
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Shortest trip • 8h 17m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Sacramento to Gainesville (SMF-GNV)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Sacramento to Gainesville

Wed, Mar 3 - Thu, Mar 11
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10:40 pm - 9:24 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-GNV Gainesville Regional
7h 44m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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4:59 pm - 10:05 pmGNV  Gainesville Regional-SMF Sacramento Intl
8h 06m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$546Delta
Wed, Mar 3 - Thu, Mar 11
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6:30 pm - 9:24 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-GNV Gainesville Regional
11h 54m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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4:59 pm - 10:05 pmGNV  Gainesville Regional-SMF Sacramento Intl
8h 06m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$551Delta
Wed, Mar 3 - Thu, Mar 11
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6:30 pm - 9:24 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-GNV Gainesville Regional
11h 54m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:00 am - 2:07 pmGNV  Gainesville Regional-SMF Sacramento Intl
11h 07m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Los Angeles
$697Delta
Mon, Nov 16 - Tue, Nov 17
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5:00 am - 4:45 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-GNV Gainesville Regional
8h 45m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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5:15 pm - 11:28 pmGNV  Gainesville Regional-SMF Sacramento Intl
9h 13m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$965American Airlines
Mon, Nov 16 - Tue, Nov 17
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11:59 pm - 2:09 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-GNV Gainesville Regional
11h 10m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Charlotte Douglas
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5:15 pm - 11:28 pmGNV  Gainesville Regional-SMF Sacramento Intl
9h 13m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$965American Airlines
Mon, Nov 16 - Tue, Nov 17
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11:00 am - 11:59 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-GNV Gainesville Regional
9h 59m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Miami
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7:30 am - 6:39 pmGNV  Gainesville Regional-SMF Sacramento Intl
14h 09m2 stops Miami Dallas/Fort Worth
$976American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Sacramento to Gainesville flights

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

Round-trip flights from Sacramento to Gainesville typically range from $474 to $595. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $546, on Delta.

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Key details for Sacramento to Gainesville flights

Cheapest flight

$458
One-way flight from Sacramento to Gainesville

When to book flights from Sacramento to Gainesville

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

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

  • How long is a flight from Sacramento to Gainesville?

    A nonstop flight from Sacramento to Gainesville takes 00m, covering 2,311 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Sacramento 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.

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

    Round-trip flights from Sacramento to Gainesville range from $474 to $595, with an average of $544 over the past 12 months. Anything below $474 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Sacramento to Gainesville changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route varied from about $546 to $976. That means the highest observed fare was about 78% higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Sacramento to Gainesville are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $549, which is 13% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $59 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Budget
    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Alamo
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car

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

    Flights from Sacramento to Gainesville usually depart from Sacramento Intl (SMF) and arrive at Gainesville Regional (GNV).

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

    Connecting flights from Sacramento to Gainesville most commonly pass through:

    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 93% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 7% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 29% on flights from Sacramento to Gainesville. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $448 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $627, a difference of $179.

    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 Sacramento to Gainesville?

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 21m, compared with 8h 17m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • What is the time difference between Sacramento and Gainesville?

    Gainesville is 3 hours ahead of Sacramento (Eastern Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Sacramento to Gainesville 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 Wednesday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $448, about $179 less than Wednesday fares (29% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Sacramento to Gainesville trip for February. Fares historically average $448 round-trip in that month - typically $179 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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