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Cheapest round-trip
$459
Typical prices: $525-$682
American Airlines
Sun 10/21Wed 10/31
SAN - GNV • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$443
Typical prices: $338-$478
Delta
Sat 11/17
SAN - GNV • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between San Diego and Gainesville. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
September
Cheapest • 8% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Charlotte Douglas (CLT)
Cheapest • Avg $572 (round-trip)
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Shortest trip • 7h 08m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Diego to Gainesville (SAN-GNV)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Diego to Gainesville

Wed, Oct 21 - Sat, Oct 31
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9:25 pm - 9:09 amSAN  San Diego-GNV Gainesville Regional
8h 44m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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5:13 pm - 9:46 pmGNV  Gainesville Regional-SAN San Diego
7h 33m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$459American Airlines
Sat, Nov 21 - Sat, Dec 5
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9:45 pm - 8:50 amSAN  San Diego-GNV Gainesville Regional
8h 05m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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2:44 pm - 8:46 pmGNV  Gainesville Regional-SAN San Diego
9h 02m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$459American Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Sun, Dec 6
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6:15 am - 4:40 pmSAN  San Diego-GNV Gainesville Regional
7h 25m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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1:43 pm - 7:04 pmGNV  Gainesville Regional-SAN San Diego
8h 21m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$492American Airlines
Sat, Oct 10 - Sat, Oct 17
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7:15 am - 4:43 pmSAN  San Diego-GNV Gainesville Regional
6h 28m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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5:00 pm - 9:37 pmGNV  Gainesville Regional-SAN San Diego
7h 37m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$517American Airlines
Fri, Oct 9 - Fri, Oct 16
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10:27 pm - 9:09 amSAN  San Diego-GNV Gainesville Regional
7h 42m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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5:13 pm - 11:38 pmGNV  Gainesville Regional-SAN San Diego
9h 25m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$571American Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Sat, Oct 31
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12:56 pm - 11:59 pmSAN  San Diego-GNV Gainesville Regional
8h 03m1 stop Miami
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6:00 am - 2:17 pmGNV  Gainesville Regional-SAN San Diego
11h 17m2 stops Miami Dallas/Fort Worth
$581American Airlines
Sat, Nov 21 - Sat, Dec 5
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9:30 am - 10:44 pmSAN  San Diego-GNV Gainesville Regional
10h 14m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
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2:44 pm - 8:46 pmGNV  Gainesville Regional-SAN San Diego
9h 02m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$581American Airlines
Sat, Oct 10 - Sat, Oct 17
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9:57 am - 10:17 pmSAN  San Diego-GNV Gainesville Regional
9h 20m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
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5:13 pm - 11:38 pmGNV  Gainesville Regional-SAN San Diego
9h 25m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$581American Airlines
Thu, Oct 8 - Mon, Oct 12
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9:45 pm - 9:34 amSAN  San Diego-GNV Gainesville Regional
8h 49m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:03 pm - 11:24 pmGNV  Gainesville Regional-SAN San Diego
7h 21m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$857Delta
Thu, Sep 24 - Mon, Sep 28
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10:30 pm - 9:31 amSAN  San Diego-GNV Gainesville Regional
8h 01m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:57 pm - 10:54 pmGNV  Gainesville Regional-SAN San Diego
6h 57m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$863Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for San Diego to Gainesville flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from San Diego to Gainesville with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from San Diego to Gainesville start at $459. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $525 to $682. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $459 on American Airlines.

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

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Diego to Gainesville, it is 9% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 29% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Key details for San Diego to Gainesville flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

$443
Most popular time to fly with an average 18% increase in price.
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When to book flights from San Diego to Gainesville

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

    Flights from San Diego to Gainesville usually depart from San Diego (SAN) and arrive at Gainesville Regional (GNV).

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

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

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

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

    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 63% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 33% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 4% of one-stop connections

    Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 30% on the San Diego to Gainesville route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $525 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $740, a difference of $215. 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 San Diego to Gainesville?

    A nonstop flight from San Diego to Gainesville takes 0h 00m, covering 2,064 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from San Diego 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 San Diego 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 $459 to $1,106. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from San Diego to Gainesville are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $592, which is 31% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 08m, compared with 7h 50m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 8h 07m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

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

    Gainesville is 3 hours ahead of San Diego (Eastern Time vs Pacific 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 San Diego to Gainesville flight?

    Round-trip flights from San Diego to Gainesville range from $525 to $682, with an average of $572 over the past 12 months. Anything below $525 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking San Diego 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 Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $525 - about $215 less than Sunday (29% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Diego to Gainesville trip for September. Fares historically average $528 round-trip in that month - typically $146 less than the most expensive month, which is November (based on the last 12 months).

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