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$244+ Cheap flights from Gainesville (GNV) to California

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
GNV — LAX
Oct 17 — Oct 241
Fri 10/17
Fri 10/24
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Cheap flight deals from Gainesville to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Gainesville to California flight deals. Data was last updated September 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$373
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$244
(Delta)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$540
From Gainesville Regional to California
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Cheapest flights from Gainesville to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Gainesville to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 17, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/153:02 pmGNV - LAX
1 stop10h 43mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/1812:44 pmLAX - GNV
1 stop8h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$373
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/27:04 pmGNV - SAN
1 stop7h 42mDelta
Sat 12/610:30 pmSAN - GNV
1 stop7h 54mDelta
Deal found 9/15$389
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/16:35 pmGNV - LAS
1 stop6h 54mDelta
Tue 11/410:10 pmLAS - GNV
1 stop8h 16mDelta
Deal found 9/16$389
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/186:04 amGNV - ONT
1 stop7h 22mDelta
Sat 11/811:36 amONT - GNV
1 stop7h 59mDelta
Deal found 9/15$389
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/157:11 amGNV - SFO
1 stop10h 26mAmerican Airlines
Wed 10/2212:16 pmSFO - GNV
1 stop7h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$389
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/26:00 amGNV - SAN
1 stop8h 27mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/610:09 amSAN - GNV
2 stops9h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$394
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/17:11 amGNV - LAS
2 stops10h 35mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/411:00 amLAS - GNV
1 stop8h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/16$394
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/187:11 amGNV - ONT
1 stop7h 46mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/89:59 amONT - GNV
2 stops9h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$394
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/17:11 amGNV - LAS
2 stops10h 35mAmerican Airlines
Wed 11/59:58 amLAS - GNV
2 stops9h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/16$399
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/76:00 amGNV - LAX
1 stop8h 04mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/1410:20 pmLAX - GNV
1 stop8h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$404
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/27:04 pmGNV - LAS
2 stops16h 44mDelta
Fri 12/512:43 amLAS - GNV
1 stop5h 41mDelta
Deal found 9/15$419
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/217:07 pmGNV - LAX
1 stop8h 24mDelta
Sun 11/29:45 pmLAX - GNV
1 stop8h 41mDelta
Deal found 9/15$421

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Gainesville to California that are best for you.

Fly from

Gainesville

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

GainesvilleLos Angeles

GNV - LAX

GNVLAX

Gainesville Regional

Wed 3/11

4:59 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop9h 41m

Los Angeles

Wed 3/18

10:50 pm-9:26 am

1 stop7h 36m

$373

GainesvilleLos Angeles

GNV - LAX

GNVLAX

Gainesville Regional

Wed 12/17

7:00 am-12:16 pm

1 stop8h 16m

Los Angeles

Tue 1/6

10:20 pm-10:53 am

1 stop9h 33m

$373

GainesvilleSan Diego

GNV - SAN

GNVSAN

Gainesville Regional

Tue 12/2

7:04 pm-11:46 pm

1 stop7h 42m

San Diego

Sat 12/6

10:30 pm-9:24 am

1 stop7h 54m

$389

GainesvilleLas Vegas

GNV - LAS

GNVLAS

Gainesville Regional

Sat 2/21

7:00 am-1:25 pm

1 stop9h 25m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 2/25

10:05 pm-10:50 am

1 stop9h 45m

$389

GainesvilleLas Vegas

GNV - LAS

GNVLAS

Gainesville Regional

Sat 2/21

1:10 pm-4:55 pm

1 stop6h 45m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 2/25

10:10 pm-9:26 am

1 stop8h 16m

$389

GainesvilleSan Francisco

GNV - SFO

GNVSFO

Gainesville Regional

Wed 10/15

7:11 am-2:37 pm

1 stop10h 26m

San Francisco

Wed 10/22

12:16 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop7h 12m

$389

GainesvilleLas Vegas

GNV - LAS

GNVLAS

Gainesville Regional

Sat 11/1

6:35 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop6h 54m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 11/5

10:10 pm-9:26 am

1 stop8h 16m

$389

GainesvilleSan Francisco

GNV - SFO

GNVSFO

Gainesville Regional

Sat 10/18

1:46 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop9h 44m

San Francisco

Sat 10/25

5:09 am-4:21 pm

1 stop8h 12m

$389

GainesvilleLas Vegas

GNV - LAS

GNVLAS

Gainesville Regional

Sat 11/1

6:35 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop6h 54m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 11/4

10:10 pm-9:26 am

1 stop8h 16m

$389

GainesvilleLas Vegas

GNV - LAS

GNVLAS

Gainesville Regional

Sat 11/15

4:10 pm-8:19 pm

1 stop7h 09m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 11/22

11:15 pm-8:46 am

1 stop6h 31m

$389

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Best time to book a flight from Gainesville to California

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Gainesville to California?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Gainesville to California (average of $246). Flying from Gainesville to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $325). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from GNV to CA?

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Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to California. Reviews last updated September 17, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta and American Airlines from Gainesville to California have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Gainesville to California. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Gainesville to California?

    Most people fly from Gainesville Regional (GNV) if they book a flight from Gainesville to California. Gainesville Regional is conveniently located just 4.2 mi from Gainesville’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Gainesville to California?

    Airlines like Delta and American Airlines fly from Gainesville to California in about 8h 16m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 1h 25m. The distance between Gainesville and California is about 2129 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from Gainesville to California?

    Most travelers choose Gainesville Regional - San Francisco, Gainesville Regional - Los Angeles or Gainesville Regional - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl when deciding on the best route from Gainesville to California.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Gainesville to California that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Gainesville to California flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Gainesville to California?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Gainesville to California.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Gainesville to California?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Gainesville to California by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Gainesville to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Gainesville to California (average of $246). Flying from Gainesville to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $325). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Gainesville to California

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Gainesville to California. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$238Average$571FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$318Average$567FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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