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$372+ Cheap flights from Columbus to Gainesville (GNV)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — GNV
Feb 13 — Feb 201
Fri 2/13
Fri 2/20
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Gainesville

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (C01) to Gainesville (GNV). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated January 14, 2026.

Round-trip from

$372
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$496
From Columbus to Gainesville Regional
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to Gainesville
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Gainesville. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 14, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/11. 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.
Sun 3/16:18 am
CMH
-
GNV
1 stop4h 41m
American Airlines
Sat 3/75:45 pm
GNV
-
CMH
1 stop6h 41m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/11$372
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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.
Sun 3/18:00 am
CMH
-
GNV
1 stop4h 26m
Delta
Sat 3/75:30 pm
GNV
-
CMH
1 stop6h 29m
Delta
Deal found 1/13$392
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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.
Thu 2/57:10 pm
CMH
-
GNV
1 stop4h 20m
American Airlines
Mon 2/167:45 pm
GNV
-
CMH
1 stop4h 41m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/12$407
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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.
Thu 2/57:00 am
CMH
-
GNV
1 stop8h 57m
American Airlines
Sun 2/87:12 am
GNV
-
CMH
1 stop9h 06m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/13$427
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 1/318:00 am
CMH
-
GNV
1 stop4h 26m
Delta
Mon 2/94:59 pm
GNV
-
CMH
1 stop3h 39m
Delta
Deal found 1/14$431
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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 1/247:43 am
CMH
-
GNV
1 stop4h 47m
American Airlines
Wed 1/286:58 pm
GNV
-
CMH
1 stop4h 24m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/13$435

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus to Gainesville that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 14, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus to Gainesville that are best for you.

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Columbus

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Gainesville

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusGainesville

CMH - GNV

CMHGNV

Columbus

Sun 3/1

6:18 am-10:59 am

1 stop4h 41m

Gainesville Regional

Sat 3/7

5:45 pm-12:26 am

1 stop6h 41m

$372

ColumbusGainesville

CMH - GNV

CMHGNV

Columbus

Sun 3/1

8:00 am-12:26 pm

1 stop4h 26m

Gainesville Regional

Sat 3/7

5:30 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 29m

$392

ColumbusGainesville

CMH - GNV

CMHGNV

Columbus

Sat 4/4

8:30 am-12:47 pm

1 stop4h 17m

Gainesville Regional

Sun 4/12

7:00 pm-12:31 am

1 stop5h 31m

$392

ColumbusGainesville

CMH - GNV

CMHGNV

Columbus

Thu 2/5

6:00 am-12:30 pm

2 stops6h 30m

Gainesville Regional

Mon 2/16

7:45 pm-12:26 am

1 stop4h 41m

$412

ColumbusGainesville

CMH - GNV

CMHGNV

Columbus

Sun 3/1

7:00 am-12:26 pm

1 stop5h 26m

Gainesville Regional

Sun 3/8

6:00 am-10:01 am

1 stop4h 01m

$427

ColumbusGainesville

CMH - GNV

CMHGNV

Columbus

Thu 2/5

7:00 am-3:57 pm

1 stop8h 57m

Gainesville Regional

Sun 2/8

7:12 am-4:18 pm

1 stop9h 06m

$427

ColumbusGainesville

CMH - GNV

CMHGNV

Columbus

Fri 2/6

4:33 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop5h 56m

Gainesville Regional

Sun 2/8

6:00 am-9:55 am

1 stop3h 55m

$427

ColumbusGainesville

CMH - GNV

CMHGNV

Columbus

Sat 1/31

8:00 am-12:26 pm

1 stop4h 26m

Gainesville Regional

Mon 2/9

4:59 pm-8:38 pm

1 stop3h 39m

$431

ColumbusGainesville

CMH - GNV

CMHGNV

Columbus

Fri 1/30

11:02 am-4:04 pm

1 stop5h 02m

$378

ColumbusGainesville

CMH - GNV

CMHGNV

Columbus

Mon 1/19

6:00 am-12:26 pm

1 stop6h 26m

$438

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Gainesville

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Columbus to Gainesville

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Gainesville (average of $51). Flying from Columbus to Gainesville in December is currently the most expensive (average of $99). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Gainesville

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Gainesville. 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 Gainesville. Reviews last updated January 14, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta and American Airlines from Columbus to Gainesville. 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
7.9
Good
8,048 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jake,Jan 2024

CVG - ATL

Would have been great but the flight got significantly delayed after we boarded due to a mechanical failure
Delta
7.9
Good
8,048 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,048 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jake,Jan 2024

CVG - ATL

Would have been great but the flight got significantly delayed after we boarded due to a mechanical failure
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,129 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,048 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jake,Jan 2024

CVG - ATL

Would have been great but the flight got significantly delayed after we boarded due to a mechanical failure

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Columbus to Gainesville. 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 into for flights to Gainesville from Columbus?

    If you book a flight to Gainesville from Columbus, you will be flying to Gainesville Regional, which is the city’s only airport. Gainesville Regional (GNV) is located 4.2 mi from the center of Gainesville. There are 0 flights from Columbus to Gainesville Regional per day from 2 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Columbus to Gainesville?

    Airlines like American Airlines and Delta fly from Columbus to Gainesville in about 4h 26m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 15m. The distance between Columbus and Gainesville is about 713 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Columbus to Gainesville round-trip?

    Currently priced at $203, Delta will fly you from Columbus to Gainesville and back. In addition to Delta, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on American Airlines for as low as $336. Users have found that Delta is 57% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbus to Gainesville 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 Columbus to Gainesville?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Gainesville (average of $51). Flying from Columbus to Gainesville in December is currently the most expensive (average of $99). 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 Columbus to Gainesville

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Columbus to Gainesville. 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 January 14, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$286Average$475FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$336Average$489FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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