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

Alternative Gainesville to Fort Lauderdale routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Gainesville to Fort Lauderdale? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Gainesville to Fort Lauderdale: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$852
Cheapest month to flyFebruary

Finding cheap flights from Gainesville to Fort Lauderdale: Frequently asked questions

There are 6 airports in Fort Lauderdale: Fort Lauderdale International, Fort Lauderdale Executive, Miami Opa Locka, Boca Raton, Miami International, and West Palm Beach International.
The best price we found for a return flight from Gainesville to Fort Lauderdale is $895. 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 Gainesville to Fort Lauderdale. But we found flights with one or more stops from $895.
As of December 2025, there are no flights flying from Gainesville to Fort Lauderdale.
The cheapest month to fly from Gainesville to Fort Lauderdale is usually December.
If you're flying from Gainesville Airport, the cheapest airport near Fort Lauderdale is Fort Lauderdale International – which is 5.4 km away from the centre of Fort Lauderdale. We've found flights into this airport from $895.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Gainesville Airport to Fort Lauderdale on Thursday, 25 December 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Gainesville Airport and Fort Lauderdale. 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 Fort Lauderdale 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 Fort Lauderdale is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In December, the average temperature is usually around 22°C. August is typically the warmest month in Fort Lauderdale, when it usually averages around 30°C. You can expect the least rain in December. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 18°C. The rainiest month is June.
Currently, Delta offers the cheapest flight tickets to Fort Lauderdale.

Travelling from Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) to Fort Lauderdale: what you need to know

  • Fort Lauderdale and Gainesville (where Gainesville Regional Airport is located) are in the UTC-4 timezone. This means there's no time difference to consider.

  • Give yourself enough time to get on your GNV to Fort Lauderdale flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Travelling during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.

  • Located around 6 kilometres from the centre of Gainesville, GNV can be reached in about 10 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Travelling on public transport will take roughly 20 minutes.

  • Need a place to stay before your flight from Gainesville Regional Airport to Fort Lauderdale? Consider Santa Fe Palms RV Resort. Enjoy a good night's sleep here before making your way to GNV.

  • 82.41% of flights leaving Gainesville Regional Airport touch down at their destination on time. With its impressive on-time stats, you're unlikely to be delayed when jetting out of GNV.

  • GNV is located at 3400 Northeast 39th Avenue.

How to find the cheapest flights from Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) to Fort Lauderdale

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Gainesville Regional Airport to Fort Lauderdale flight is $852. The cheapest price for a return flight is $895. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • To pick up cheap flights from GNV to Fort Lauderdale, book as early as possible. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first released.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Gainesville Regional Airport to Fort Lauderdale across every month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.

  • Locking in a cheap flight from GNV to Fort Lauderdale is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll let you know when a cheaper option becomes available.

  • Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Gainesville Regional Airport to Fort Lauderdale by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'

Airports in Fort Lauderdale

Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)

  • The distance from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to central Fort Lauderdale is roughly 8 kilometres. It'll take you about 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • It typically takes 25 minutes when travelling by public transport.

  • Consider booking a hotel near FLL if you're coming in on a late flight from Gainesville Regional Airport to Fort Lauderdale. Select one of these options and make arrival day easier:

  • Grab a Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport rental car and explore Fort Lauderdale and beyond with your own wheels. Renta Florida, OtoQ and Thrifty are popular providers you can book with here.

  • Booking your ride from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport about three weeks before your flight from GNV to Fort Lauderdale can help you lock in the best possible rate.

  • You'll find FLL at 320 Terminal Drive.

Best time to go to Fort Lauderdale

  • Before you book your flights from Gainesville Regional Airport to Fort Lauderdale, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Fort Lauderdale offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty to do, while the off-season brings cheaper deals on hotels and fewer crowds.

  • Before booking a Gainesville Regional Airport to Fort Lauderdale plane ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Fort Lauderdale, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).

  • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from GNV to Fort Lauderdale in January when temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).

More about Fort Lauderdale

  • Start your Fort Lauderdale trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Gainesville Regional Airport to Fort Lauderdale, check out our range of hotels including:

  • All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Bonnet House Museum and Gardens, Coconut Grove Residences on Fort Lauderdale Beach and Jungle Queen Riverboat are must-do's during your Fort Lauderdale adventure.

Explore more of United States

  • Fort Lauderdale is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of United States waiting to be discovered. About 499 kilometres north of Fort Lauderdale, a visit to Jacksonville will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain.

  • Around 306 kilometres north-west of Fort Lauderdale, Tampa is another favourite stop in United States. No visit is complete without checking out Ybor City Tattoo Company, Tampa Riverwalk and The Florida Aquarium.

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