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

Cheapflights users have booked flights from Gainesville to San Francisco round-trip from $389. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Delta. You may be able to fly from Gainesville to San Francisco for 20% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Gainesville to San Francisco?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Gainesville to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Wednesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Gainesville to San Francisco?

Leaving on a Tuesday is a viable option for saving on travel. Heavily demanded days of the week can typically drive up the prices you see. Booking your travel for a less competitive day can save up to 31% on the overall cost on flights from Gainesville to San Francisco.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Gainesville to San Francisco?

When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 28 days in advance, which can save you up to 156% on flights from Gainesville to San Francisco compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 28 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at $643. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from $660.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Gainesville to San Francisco?

February is one of the best times of the year to fly to San Francisco from Gainesville. Prices for February average $490 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $318. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of October. Opting for a February flight can save you 46% on your journey compared to booking in October

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

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

How can I find direct flights from Gainesville to San Francisco?

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

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

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

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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Gainesville Regional to San Francisco are usually found in February or September, booked 28 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Saturday

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Round-trip from	$389 (American Airlines)
One-way from	$258 (Delta)
Popular in	October
Cheapest in	February
Average price	$398

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Gainesville to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

Sat 8/96:00 amGNV - SFO

1 stop8h 15mAmerican Airlines

Sat 8/168:00 amSFO - GNV

1 stop10h 22mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 6/12

$389

Wed 6/2510:06 amGNV - SFO

1 stop10h 15mDelta

Sat 6/289:35 pmSFO - GNV

1 stop8h 46mDelta

Deal found 6/10

$465

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Sat 8/96:00 amGNV - SFO

1 stop8h 15mAmerican Airlines

Sat 8/168:00 amSFO - GNV

1 stop10h 22mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 6/12

$389

Wed 6/2510:06 amGNV - SFO

1 stop10h 15mDelta

Sat 6/289:35 pmSFO - GNV

1 stop8h 46mDelta

Deal found 6/10

$465

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Thu 6/193:45 pmGNV - SFO

1 stop10h 03mDelta

Tue 6/249:35 pmSFO - GNV

1 stop8h 46mDelta

Deal found 6/10

$524

Thu 6/194:20 pmGNV - SFO

2 stops9h 11mAmerican Airlines

Tue 6/245:42 amSFO - GNV

1 stop7h 08mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 6/12

$529

Wed 6/2510:06 amGNV - SFO

1 stop10h 15mDelta

Sat 6/289:35 pmSFO - GNV

1 stop8h 46mDelta

Deal found 6/10

$465

Wed 7/307:18 amGNV - SFO

1 stop8h 45mAmerican Airlines

Wed 8/135:45 amSFO - GNV

1 stop7h 04mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 6/11

$389

One-way flights from Gainesville to San Francisco
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Sat 7/51:10 pmGNV - SFO

1 stop8h 37mDelta

Deal found 6/11

$258

Mon 10/276:00 amGNV - SFO

2 stops10h 27mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 6/10

$321

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Sat 8/9

6:00 am-11:15 am

1 stop8h 15m

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Sat 8/16

8:00 am-9:22 pm

1 stop10h 22m

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Wed 6/25

10:06 am-5:21 pm

1 stop10h 15m

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Sat 6/28

9:35 pm-9:21 am

1 stop8h 46m

$465

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GNV - SFO

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Sat 7/5

1:10 pm-6:47 pm

1 stop8h 37m

$258

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Mon 10/27

6:00 am-1:27 pm

2 stops10h 27m

$321

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Gainesville to San Francisco?

Booking 27 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Gainesville to San Francisco. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Gainesville to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Gainesville to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $364). 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 SFO?

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 42% on flights from Gainesville to San Francisco by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta and American Airlines from Gainesville to San Francisco to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,946 reviews

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

7,946 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,946 reviews

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

7,946 reviews

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

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What are the cheapest airlines flying from Gainesville to San Francisco round-trip?
Cheapflights users have booked flights from Gainesville to San Francisco round-trip from $389. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Delta. You may be able to fly from Gainesville to San Francisco for 20% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.
Can I find deals for flights from Gainesville to San Francisco that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Gainesville to San Francisco flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Gainesville to San Francisco?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Gainesville to San Francisco.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Gainesville to San Francisco?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Gainesville to San Francisco 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 Francisco?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Gainesville to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Gainesville to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $364). 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 Francisco

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Gainesville to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

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Best time to book a flight from Gainesville to San Francisco

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Gainesville to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Gainesville to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

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

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Temperature in San Francisco by month

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Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta and American Airlines from Gainesville to San Francisco to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

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