$35 Cheap flight deals from Gainesville (MCO) to Syracuse (SYR)

Gainesville Airport Information

Whether you are a University of Florida student headed home or simply embarking on a vacation adventure, Orbitz.com can help you find cheap flights from Gainesville. You take off from the Gainesville Regional Airport, which is served by American Airlines, American Eagle, Delta, United and US Airways. You might be tempted to fly out of one of the area's larger airports, but you would then face a 120-mile drive to the Orlando International Airport or an 80-mile drive to the Jacksonville International Airport before you even start your trip.

Airport Parking in Gainesville

The Gainesville Regional Airport has plenty of available parking just a short walk from the terminal. The short-term lot charges up to $12 per day, while the long-term lot charges $9 per day or $55 per week. There are also several off-site parking facilities that offer free shuttle service to and from the airport. Check your vacation planner with Orbitz.com before you leave to make sure you have chosen the best parking option based on the length of your trip to help you stay within your budget.

Ground Transportation in Gainesville

The Regional Transit Bus Service (RTS) is the most economical way to get to the Gainesville airport. University of Florida students can also pick up the route #25 bus on Monday through Friday. There are several taxi companies that offer transportation to the airport, but if you purchased your air tickets through Orbitz.com, you may have saved enough to warrant splurging on a private car service to get you to the airport in style.

Restaurants in Gainesville

The Gainesville airport has dedicated amenities to serve business and leisure travelers, including Wi-Fi and an ATM, but dining opportunities are limited. Tailwind has a full-service restaurant and bar in the public area before the security checkpoint, but within the terminal, options are more limited. There is a full-service bar in the gate area, but the only food available is grab-and-go snacks. Enjoy your trip, wherever your travels take you, and remember to use Orbitz.com the next time you need to find cheap flights from Gainesville.

Syracuse Airport Information

The Syracuse Hancock International Airport is the primary airport serving domestic and international flights to and from Syracuse. The airport is located at 1000 Col Eileen Collins Boulevard, less than nine miles from downtown Syracuse via Interstate 81. A limited number of carriers fly in and out of this airport, but you can still find cheap flights to Syracuse when you book through Orbitz.com.

Transportation Information for Syracuse

Many of the major Syracuse hotels provide free shuttle service to and from the Syracuse airport, and several limousine services offer transportation. You will find taxi service dispatch counters in the airport baggage claim areas, and the taxis require you to prepay cab fare of $3.20 per mile plus a $2.80 service charge. Avoid expensive ground transportation costs by using Orbitz.com to check out rental car deals for your Syracuse trip.

Syracuse Weather Information

Syracuse enjoys mild weather during the spring, summer and fall, but winters can be especially harsh with average temperatures in the 20s and 30s. The city gets more snow each winter than any other city in the country, averaging over 115 inches of the white stuff each year. Use Orbitz.com to purchase your air ticket, and you'll be protected in case your flight is cancelled due to inclement weather.

Syracuse Destination Highlights

Most visitors to the Syracuse area come to enjoy the wineries and breathtaking natural scenery across the Finger Lakes region. Although winter might be the cheapest time to visit, early fall is the most popular. This is when grapes are harvested and crushed, and the winemaking process has begun. Enjoy your trip to the Finger Lakes region, and don't forget to use Orbitz.com to book cheap flights to Syracuse for your next trip.