Cheap Flights from San Francisco International to Gainesville

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Francisco International to Gainesville flights are currently cheapest in June.

San Francisco International to Gainesville: Alternative routes

Compare routes from San Francisco International to Gainesville below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Gainesville.

San Francisco to Gainesville: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 5,068
Cheapest month to flyJune

Finding cheap flights from San Francisco International to Gainesville: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from San Francisco International to Gainesville is R 6,186. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from San Francisco International to Gainesville. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 6,186.
As of March 2026, there are no flights flying from San Francisco International to Gainesville.
The cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Gainesville is usually April.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Gainesville Airport on Tuesday, 14 April 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between San Francisco International Airport and Gainesville Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Gainesville but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Gainesville is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Delta offers the cheapest flight tickets to Gainesville.

Travelling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV): what you need to know

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to catch your SFO to GNV flight.

  • During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.

  • We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from San Francisco International Airport to Gainesville Regional Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Stopovers between SFO and GNV include:

    • Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport

    • Charlotte Douglas International Airport

    • Miami International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV)

  • Right now, R 5,068 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Gainesville Regional Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 6,186. Remember that fares could change due to availability when booking.

  • Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SFO to GNV if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.

  • If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across the month when looking for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Gainesville Regional Airport.

  • Snapping up cheap flights from SFO to GNV is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when fares go down.

  • Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from San Francisco International Airport to Gainesville Regional Airport.

Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of San Francisco International Airport, data shows 77.36% of flights complete their journey on time.

  • Central San Francisco to San Francisco International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.

  • Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.

  • Have an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Gainesville Regional Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near SFO:

Arriving at Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV)

  • After your San Francisco International Airport to Gainesville Regional Airport flight has arrived, relax at a hotel close by. Hyatt Place Gainesville Downtown is a good option within easy reach of GNV.

  • Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Gainesville Regional Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Enterprise and experience the lesser-explored corners of Gainesville and beyond.

  • To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Gainesville Regional Airport about two weeks ahead.

Getting from Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) to central Gainesville

  • The address for GNV is 3400 Northeast 39th Avenue.

  • From Gainesville Regional Airport, Gainesville is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to drive to the centre.

  • Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 20 minutes.

When to fly to Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV)

  • April is the most popular month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Gainesville Regional Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Gainesville in February.

  • When reserving your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Gainesville Regional Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Gainesville, with the temperature ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).

  • January sees average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SFO to GNV around that time if you like cooler conditions.

Explore more of United States

  • Jacksonville is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Gainesville. Around 97 kilometres away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain.

  • Atlanta is another sought-after destination in United States and is around 499 kilometres north-west of Gainesville. No trip is complete without visiting Georgia Aquarium, Centennial Olympic Park and Piedmont Park.

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