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$309+ Cheap flights from Gainesville to San Diego (GNV - SAN)

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 11/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
GNV — SAN
Nov 28 — Dec 51
Fri 11/28
Fri 12/5
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Gainesville to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Gainesville (GNV) to San Diego (SAN). 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 October 29, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$475
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$309
(Delta)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$545
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Cheapest flights from Gainesville to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Gainesville to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 29, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 11/113:46 pmGNV - SAN
1 stop8h 27mDelta
Sat 11/1510:30 pmSAN - GNV
1 stop7h 56mDelta
Deal found 10/27$485
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 11/14:21 pmGNV - SAN
1 stop8h 40mAmerican Airlines
Wed 11/2612:43 pmSAN - GNV
1 stop7h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/28$486
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 11/117:16 amGNV - SAN
2 stops11h 00mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/1512:43 pmSAN - GNV
1 stop6h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/27$490
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 11/11:32 pmGNV - SAN
1 stop8h 00mDelta
Wed 11/266:35 amSAN - GNV
2 stops23h 51mDelta
Deal found 10/28$549
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Thu 11/137:04 pmGNV - SAN
1 stop7h 39mDelta
Mon 11/1710:30 pmSAN - GNV
1 stop7h 56mDelta
Deal found 10/29$587
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 11/25:04 amGNV - SAN
1 stop6h 44mDelta
Wed 11/2610:30 pmSAN - GNV
1 stop7h 56mDelta
Deal found 10/28$632
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Thu 11/276:00 amGNV - SAN
1 stop10h 03mDelta
Sun 11/3010:30 pmSAN - GNV
1 stop7h 56mDelta
Deal found 10/28$675
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 11/133:35 pmGNV - SAN
2 stops9h 17mAmerican Airlines
Mon 11/1710:09 amSAN - GNV
2 stops9h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/29$699
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 11/253:46 pmGNV - SAN
1 stop8h 27mDelta
Sun 11/309:50 pmSAN - GNV
1 stop8h 36mDelta
Deal found 10/28$713

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Gainesville to San Diego 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 October 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Gainesville to San Diego that are best for you.

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Gainesville

Fly to

San Diego

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Depart

Return

Price

GainesvilleSan Diego

GNV - SAN

GNVSAN

Gainesville Regional

Fri 1/16

7:12 am-2:14 pm

1 stop10h 02m

San Diego

Mon 1/19

1:27 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$475

GainesvilleSan Diego

GNV - SAN

GNVSAN

Gainesville Regional

Tue 11/11

3:46 pm-9:13 pm

1 stop8h 27m

San Diego

Sat 11/15

10:30 pm-9:26 am

1 stop7h 56m

$485

GainesvilleSan Diego

GNV - SAN

GNVSAN

Gainesville Regional

Tue 11/11

7:16 am-3:16 pm

2 stops11h 00m

San Diego

Sat 11/15

12:43 pm-10:37 pm

1 stop6h 54m

$490

GainesvilleSan Diego

GNV - SAN

GNVSAN

Gainesville Regional

Thu 11/13

7:04 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop7h 39m

San Diego

Mon 11/17

10:30 pm-9:26 am

1 stop7h 56m

$587

GainesvilleSan Diego

GNV - SAN

GNVSAN

Gainesville Regional

Fri 11/28

6:00 am-9:52 am

1 stop6h 52m

$309

GainesvilleSan Diego

GNV - SAN

GNVSAN

Gainesville Regional

Tue 11/25

6:36 am-11:11 am

1 stop7h 35m

$320

GainesvilleSan Diego

GNV - SAN

GNVSAN

Gainesville Regional

Thu 11/20

4:17 pm-10:17 pm

1 stop9h 00m

$320

GainesvilleSan Diego

GNV - SAN

GNVSAN

Gainesville Regional

Sat 11/15

4:15 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop7h 05m

$331

GainesvilleSan Diego

GNV - SAN

GNVSAN

Gainesville Regional

Fri 11/28

6:00 am-12:45 pm

2 stops9h 45m

$414

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 10/28

Compare providers for flights from Gainesville to San Diego

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Gainesville to San Diego in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Gainesville-San Diego flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Gainesville-San Diego flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Gainesville-San Diego flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Gainesville-San Diego flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Gainesville-San Diego flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Gainesville to San Diego

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Gainesville to San Diego

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Gainesville to San Diego (average of $99). Flying from Gainesville to San Diego in September is currently the most expensive (average of $183). 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Gainesville to San Diego?

Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. 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 San Diego. Reviews last updated October 29, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Gainesville to San Diego, such as Delta and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,992 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

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
7.9
Good
7,992 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,992 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

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
11,032 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,992 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

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 San Diego. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Gainesville to San Diego?

    There are many flights that can get you from Gainesville to San Diego in 10h 02m. Fly via American Airlines to get the fastest option. Gainesville and San Diego are separated by a distance of 2064 mi.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Gainesville to San Diego round-trip from $388. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Delta. American Airlines is priced at 33% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Gainesville to San Diego?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Gainesville to San Diego 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 San Diego?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Gainesville to San Diego (average of $99). Flying from Gainesville to San Diego in September is currently the most expensive (average of $183). 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 San Diego

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Gainesville to San Diego. 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 October 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$388Average$566FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$474Average$698FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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