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$432+ Cheap flights from Gainesville to Sacramento (GNV - SMF)

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 9/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
GNV — SMF
Aug 18 — Aug 251
Mon 8/18
Mon 8/25
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Gainesville to Sacramento

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Gainesville (GNV) to Sacramento (SMF). 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 August 13, 2025.

Round-trip from

$432
(Delta)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$518
From Gainesville Regional to Sacramento Intl
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Cheapest flights from Gainesville to Sacramento
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Gainesville to Sacramento. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 13, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
Tue 9/301:16 pmGNV - SMF
1 stop9h 34mDelta
Mon 10/1310:30 pmSMF - GNV
1 stop7h 56mDelta
Deal found 8/13$432
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
Tue 9/304:24 pmGNV - SMF
1 stop9h 16mAmerican Airlines
Mon 10/1311:55 pmSMF - GNV
2 stops11h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/13$437
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 11/26:35 pmGNV - SMF
2 stops20h 57mDelta
Fri 11/1410:40 pmSMF - GNV
1 stop7h 43mDelta
Deal found 8/13$553
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
Sun 11/27:00 amGNV - SMF
1 stop9h 43mAmerican Airlines
Fri 11/1411:08 amSMF - GNV
1 stop8h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/13$564
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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.
Wed 8/207:22 amGNV - SMF
1 stop8h 57mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/2310:13 pmSMF - GNV
1 stop7h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/11$565
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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.
Wed 8/204:20 pmGNV - SMF
1 stop7h 19mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/245:00 amSMF - GNV
1 stop8h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/11$624
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/226:55 pmGNV - SMF
1 stop19h 30mDelta
Tue 12/3010:00 pmSMF - GNV
1 stop9h 13mDelta
Deal found 8/11$687
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 12/217:00 amGNV - SMF
1 stop7h 45mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/3012:32 pmSMF - GNV
1 stop7h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/11$741
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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.
Mon 12/227:00 amGNV - SMF
1 stop7h 45mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/296:19 amSMF - GNV
1 stop6h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/11$749

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Gainesville to Sacramento 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 August 13, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Gainesville to Sacramento that are best for you.

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GainesvilleSacramento

GNV - SMF

GNVSMF

Gainesville Regional

Tue 9/30

1:16 pm-7:50 pm

1 stop9h 34m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 10/13

10:30 pm-9:26 am

1 stop7h 56m

$432

GainesvilleSacramento

GNV - SMF

GNVSMF

Gainesville Regional

Tue 11/4

4:15 pm-9:31 pm

1 stop8h 16m

Sacramento Intl

Fri 11/14

11:08 am-10:37 pm

1 stop8h 29m

$432

GainesvilleSacramento

GNV - SMF

GNVSMF

Gainesville Regional

Tue 9/30

4:24 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop9h 16m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 10/13

11:55 pm-2:19 pm

2 stops11h 24m

$437

GainesvilleSacramento

GNV - SMF

GNVSMF

Gainesville Regional

Sun 11/2

6:35 pm-12:32 pm

2 stops20h 57m

Sacramento Intl

Fri 11/14

10:40 pm-9:23 am

1 stop7h 43m

$553

GainesvilleSacramento

GNV - SMF

GNVSMF

Gainesville Regional

Sun 11/2

7:00 am-1:43 pm

1 stop9h 43m

Sacramento Intl

Fri 11/14

11:08 am-10:37 pm

1 stop8h 29m

$564

GainesvilleSacramento

GNV - SMF

GNVSMF

Gainesville Regional

Mon 12/22

6:55 pm-11:25 am

1 stop19h 30m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 12/30

10:00 pm-10:13 am

1 stop9h 13m

$687

GainesvilleSacramento

GNV - SMF

GNVSMF

Gainesville Regional

Sun 12/21

7:00 am-11:45 am

1 stop7h 45m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 12/30

12:32 pm-10:34 pm

1 stop7h 02m

$741

GainesvilleSacramento

GNV - SMF

GNVSMF

Gainesville Regional

Mon 12/22

7:00 am-11:45 am

1 stop7h 45m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 12/29

6:19 am-3:43 pm

1 stop6h 24m

$749

GainesvilleSacramento

GNV - SMF

GNVSMF

Gainesville Regional

Mon 12/22

7:00 am-11:45 am

1 stop7h 45m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 12/30

6:10 pm-10:47 am

2 stops13h 37m

$754

GainesvilleSacramento

GNV - SMF

GNVSMF

Gainesville Regional

Sat 11/29

7:00 am-1:43 pm

1 stop9h 43m

$484

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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Gainesville to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from Gainesville to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $398). 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 Sacramento

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sacramento. 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 Sacramento. Reviews last updated August 13, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta and American Airlines from Gainesville to Sacramento to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,979 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

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
7,979 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,979 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

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
7,979 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

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

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Gainesville to Sacramento round-trip from $432. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is American Airlines.

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Gainesville to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from Gainesville to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $398). 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 Sacramento

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Gainesville to Sacramento. 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 August 13, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$342Average$507FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$388Average$474FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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