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$138+ Cheap flights from Traverse City (TVC) to California

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 7/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
TVC — LAX
Jun 19 — Jun 261
Thu 6/19
Thu 6/26
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Traverse City to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Traverse City to California flight deals. Data was last updated June 14, 2025.

Round-trip from

$259
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$138
(Sun Country Air)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$566
From Traverse City Cherry Capital to California
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Cheapest flights from Traverse City to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Traverse City to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 14, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Fri 6/275:22 pmTVC - SFO
1 stop9h 50mAmerican Airlines
Fri 7/410:17 pmSFO - TVC
1 stop9h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$259
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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.
Fri 9/191:54 pmTVC - LAS
1 stop10h 20mAmerican Airlines
Sun 10/55:15 amLAS - TVC
1 stop8h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/13$289
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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.
Wed 8/205:23 pmTVC - SAN
1 stop8h 07mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/246:16 amSAN - TVC
1 stop8h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/14$289
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Wed 9/171:54 pmTVC - LAX
1 stop11h 10mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/226:00 amLAX - TVC
1 stop5h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$289
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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.
Wed 8/202:58 pmTVC - SNA
1 stop9h 22mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/248:45 amSNA - TVC
1 stop8h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/14$289
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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.
Fri 6/272:10 pmTVC - SFO
1 stop7h 03mDelta
Fri 7/47:30 amSFO - TVC
2 stops13h 23mDelta
Deal found 6/13$292
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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.
Wed 8/207:00 amTVC - SNA
1 stop9h 00mDelta
Sun 8/249:20 pmSNA - TVC
2 stops9h 30mDelta
Deal found 6/13$294
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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.
Wed 8/207:00 amTVC - SAN
2 stops11h 19mDelta
Sun 8/2410:30 pmSAN - TVC
2 stops12h 01mDelta
Deal found 6/13$299
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 6/267:28 amTVC - LAS
1 stop8h 02mDelta
Thu 7/33:23 pmLAS - TVC
1 stop5h 30mDelta
Deal found 6/12$314
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Fri 7/255:10 pmTVC - RNO
1 stop10h 02mAmerican Airlines
Mon 7/286:00 amRNO - TVC
1 stop7h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$314
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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.
Wed 9/175:50 pmTVC - LAX
1 stop7h 41mDelta
Mon 9/227:24 pmLAX - TVC
2 stops14h 04mDelta
Deal found 6/13$319
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/277:18 pmTVC - LAS
1 stop25h 06mSun Country Air
Sun 6/2911:59 pmLAS - TVC
1 stop15h 25mSun Country Air
Deal found 6/12$320

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Traverse City to California 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 June 14, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Traverse City to California that are best for you.

Fly from

Traverse City

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Traverse CitySan Francisco

TVC - SFO

TVCSFO

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Fri 6/27

5:22 pm-12:12 am

1 stop9h 50m

San Francisco

Fri 7/4

10:17 pm-11:00 am

1 stop9h 43m

$259

Traverse CityLas Vegas

TVC - LAS

TVCLAS

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Fri 9/19

1:54 pm-9:14 pm

1 stop10h 20m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 10/5

5:15 am-4:55 pm

1 stop8h 40m

$289

Traverse CitySan Diego

TVC - SAN

TVCSAN

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Wed 8/20

5:23 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop8h 07m

San Diego

Sun 8/24

6:16 am-5:22 pm

1 stop8h 06m

$289

Traverse CityLos Angeles

TVC - LAX

TVCLAX

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Wed 7/2

6:02 pm-12:44 am

1 stop9h 42m

Los Angeles

Tue 7/8

6:00 am-4:15 pm

1 stop7h 15m

$289

Traverse CitySanta Ana

TVC - SNA

TVCSNA

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Wed 8/20

2:58 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop9h 22m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 8/24

8:45 am-8:40 pm

1 stop8h 55m

$289

Traverse CitySan Francisco

TVC - SFO

TVCSFO

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Fri 6/27

2:10 pm-6:13 pm

1 stop7h 03m

San Francisco

Fri 7/4

7:30 am-11:53 pm

2 stops13h 23m

$292

Traverse CitySanta Ana

TVC - SNA

TVCSNA

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Wed 8/20

7:00 am-1:00 pm

1 stop9h 00m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 8/24

9:20 pm-9:50 am

2 stops9h 30m

$294

Traverse CitySan Diego

TVC - SAN

TVCSAN

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Wed 8/20

7:00 am-3:19 pm

2 stops11h 19m

San Diego

Sun 8/24

10:30 pm-1:31 pm

2 stops12h 01m

$299

Traverse CityLas Vegas

TVC - LAS

TVCLAS

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Thu 6/26

7:28 am-12:30 pm

1 stop8h 02m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 7/3

3:23 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop5h 30m

$314

Traverse CityReno

TVC - RNO

TVCRNO

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Fri 7/25

5:10 pm-12:12 am

1 stop10h 02m

Reno

Mon 7/28

6:00 am-4:15 pm

1 stop7h 15m

$314

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Traverse City to California

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Traverse City to California

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Traverse City to California?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Traverse City to California (average of $246). Flying from Traverse City to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $327). 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 TVC to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Traverse City to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 14, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Traverse City to California as you normally would.

Rainfall in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated June 14, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Traverse City to California, such as Alaska Airlines, Delta and United Airlines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,958 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,793 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
JetBlue
7.3
Good
2,923 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
724 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Traverse City to California?

    Traverse City Cherry Capital (TVC), located 2.7 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Traverse City to California.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Traverse City to California one-way?

    $138 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Sun Country Air. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and Delta, with prices starting from $145 and $149, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Traverse City to California?

    When deciding which route to take from Traverse City to California consider Traverse City Cherry Capital - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl, Traverse City Cherry Capital - San Francisco or Traverse City Cherry Capital - San Diego as they are the most popular.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Traverse City to California that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Traverse City to California flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Traverse City to California?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Traverse City to California.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Traverse City to California?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Traverse City to California 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 Traverse City to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Traverse City to California (average of $246). Flying from Traverse City to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $327). 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 3 airlines flying from Traverse City to California

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Traverse City to California. 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 June 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$258Average$444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$276Average$450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$288Average$573FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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