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$279+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Gainesville (GNV)

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 2/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — GNV
Jan 16 — Jan 231
Fri 1/16
Fri 1/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Gainesville

Cheapest flights from Illinois to Gainesville
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Gainesville. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 17, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Wed 12/314:05 pmORD - GNV
1 stop5h 35mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/76:35 amGNV - ORD
1 stop7h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$368
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/304:41 pmORD - GNV
1 stop6h 18mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/66:00 amGNV - ORD
1 stop6h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/15$421
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/166:45 amORD - GNV
1 stop7h 11mDelta
Tue 12/2310:08 amGNV - ORD
1 stop6h 05mDelta
Deal found 12/15$435
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Wed 12/312:04 pmSTL - GNV
1 stop7h 36mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/38:02 pmGNV - STL
1 stop4h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$437
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Wed 12/313:29 pmMDW - GNV
1 stop4h 15mDelta
Wed 1/76:00 amGNV - MDW
1 stop5h 27mDelta
Deal found 12/16$447
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/305:00 amSTL - GNV
1 stop4h 52mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/38:02 pmGNV - STL
1 stop4h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/15$486
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/166:00 amMDW - GNV
1 stop5h 58mDelta
Tue 12/236:00 amGNV - MDW
1 stop4h 05mDelta
Deal found 12/15$497
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/234:41 pmORD - GNV
1 stop6h 18mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/286:00 amGNV - ORD
1 stop5h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/15$532
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Fri 12/264:05 pmORD - GNV
1 stop5h 35mAmerican Airlines
Mon 1/57:00 amGNV - ORD
1 stop7h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$558
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Tue 12/2310:00 amPIA - GNV
2 stops12h 59mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/48:02 pmGNV - PIA
1 stop4h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$560
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Fri 12/266:00 amMDW - GNV
1 stop4h 20mDelta
Mon 1/56:27 pmGNV - MDW
1 stop4h 40mDelta
Deal found 12/16$583
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Tue 12/236:45 amORD - GNV
1 stop6h 31mDelta
Fri 12/263:11 pmGNV - ORD
1 stop7h 03mDelta
Deal found 12/16$599

Find flight deals from Illinois to Gainesville

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Round-trip from

$329
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One-way from

$279
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Average price

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois 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 December 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to Gainesville that are best for you.

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ChicagoGainesville

MDW - GNV

MDWGNV

Chicago Midway

Sun 1/18

6:45 am-1:26 pm

1 stop5h 41m

Gainesville Regional

Sat 1/24

5:30 pm-10:22 pm

1 stop5h 52m

$329

ChicagoGainesville

ORD - GNV

ORDGNV

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/14

6:54 am-3:57 pm

1 stop8h 03m

Gainesville Regional

Wed 1/21

7:12 am-3:37 pm

1 stop9h 25m

$329

ChicagoGainesville

MDW - GNV

MDWGNV

Chicago Midway

Wed 1/21

12:48 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop4h 22m

Gainesville Regional

Tue 1/27

6:00 am-9:53 am

1 stop4h 53m

$329

ChicagoGainesville

MDW - GNV

MDWGNV

Chicago Midway

Sun 1/18

6:45 am-1:26 pm

1 stop5h 41m

Gainesville Regional

Tue 1/27

4:59 pm-10:22 pm

1 stop6h 23m

$329

ChicagoGainesville

MDW - GNV

MDWGNV

Chicago Midway

Sat 1/17

6:45 am-1:38 pm

1 stop5h 53m

Gainesville Regional

Wed 1/21

4:59 pm-10:22 pm

1 stop6h 23m

$329

ChicagoGainesville

MDW - GNV

MDWGNV

Chicago Midway

Sat 1/24

10:46 am-4:38 pm

1 stop4h 52m

Gainesville Regional

Tue 1/27

1:15 pm-5:29 pm

1 stop5h 14m

$329

ChicagoGainesville

MDW - GNV

MDWGNV

Chicago Midway

Tue 1/20

10:48 am-4:04 pm

1 stop4h 16m

Gainesville Regional

Tue 1/27

1:15 pm-5:29 pm

1 stop5h 14m

$329

ChicagoGainesville

ORD - GNV

ORDGNV

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/20

11:15 am-4:04 pm

1 stop3h 49m

Gainesville Regional

Sat 1/24

1:15 pm-4:59 pm

1 stop4h 44m

$329

ChicagoGainesville

ORD - GNV

ORDGNV

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/24

5:30 am-12:26 pm

1 stop5h 56m

Gainesville Regional

Tue 1/27

10:11 am-1:40 pm

1 stop4h 29m

$329

ChicagoGainesville

ORD - GNV

ORDGNV

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/17

8:00 am-1:38 pm

1 stop4h 38m

Gainesville Regional

Wed 1/21

1:15 pm-4:55 pm

1 stop4h 40m

$329

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Gainesville

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Gainesville (average of $59). Flying from Illinois to Gainesville in June is currently the most expensive (average of $111). 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 IL to GNV?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois to Gainesville. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 17, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Illinois to Gainesville in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 32% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Illinois 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 Illinois?

    For a flight from Illinois to Gainesville, you will be flying into Gainesville Regional. Gainesville Regional (GNV) is just 4.2 mi from the center of the city.

  • How long is the flight from Illinois to Gainesville?

    There are many flights that can get you from Illinois to Gainesville in 5h 41m. Fly via Delta or American Airlines to get the fastest option. Illinois and Gainesville are separated by a distance of 889 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    Most travelers choose Chicago O'Hare Intl - Gainesville Regional, Chicago Midway - Gainesville Regional or Springfield Capital - Gainesville Regional when deciding on the best route from Illinois to Gainesville.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Gainesville (average of $59). Flying from Illinois to Gainesville in June is currently the most expensive (average of $111). 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 Illinois to Gainesville

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Illinois 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 December 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$328Average$522FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$328Average$478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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