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$237+ 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 3/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
TVC — LAX
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Traverse City to California

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 December 12, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Mon 12/226:03 amTVC - SAN
1 stop7h 39mDelta
Sat 1/176:15 amSAN - TVC
1 stop7h 53mDelta
Deal found 12/10$398
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Mon 12/226:03 amTVC - SAN
1 stop7h 39mDelta
Fri 1/1611:43 amSAN - TVC
1 stop8h 10mDelta
Deal found 12/10$414
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/245:50 pmTVC - LAX
1 stop8h 17mDelta
Sun 12/2810:59 pmLAX - TVC
1 stop9h 34mDelta
Deal found 12/10$449
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/237:00 amTVC - SAN
1 stop7h 30mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/1710:52 amSAN - TVC
1 stop8h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$453
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 12/256:03 amTVC - LAX
2 stops11h 53mDelta
Sun 12/2810:59 pmLAX - TVC
1 stop9h 34mDelta
Deal found 12/9$454
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/237:00 amTVC - SAN
2 stops11h 01mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/187:00 amSAN - TVC
2 stops12h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$463
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/237:00 amTVC - SAN
1 stop7h 30mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/1610:40 pmSAN - TVC
2 stops11h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$474
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/196:32 pmTVC - LAS
1 stop7h 00mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/242:26 pmLAS - TVC
1 stop5h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$475
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Mon 12/226:03 amTVC - SAN
1 stop7h 39mDelta
Sun 1/1811:43 amSAN - TVC
1 stop8h 10mDelta
Deal found 12/10$497
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/126:26 pmTVC - LAS
1 stop6h 48mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/177:15 amLAS - TVC
1 stop5h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$512
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Sat 12/135:19 pmTVC - SFO
1 stop7h 21mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/166:00 amSFO - TVC
1 stop6h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/11$519
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/207:00 amTVC - LAS
1 stop7h 37mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/2311:59 pmLAS - TVC
1 stop8h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$519

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Keep the following information in mind while searching for Traverse City to California flight deals. Data was last updated December 12, 2025.

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Round-trip from

$251
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$237
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$531
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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 December 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Traverse City to California that are best for you.

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Traverse City

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California

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Depart

Return

Price

Traverse CityPalm Springs

TVC - PSP

TVCPSP

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Tue 1/20

6:15 am-12:20 pm

1 stop9h 05m

Palm Springs

Tue 1/27

12:41 pm-11:12 pm

1 stop7h 31m

$251

Traverse CitySan Francisco

TVC - SFO

TVCSFO

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Wed 1/7

5:48 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop8h 37m

San Francisco

Sun 2/1

10:54 pm-11:24 am

1 stop9h 30m

$289

Traverse CitySan Francisco

TVC - SFO

TVCSFO

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Sat 1/10

5:50 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop8h 35m

San Francisco

Sat 1/17

5:45 am-5:08 pm

1 stop8h 23m

$289

Traverse CitySan Diego

TVC - SAN

TVCSAN

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Thu 1/22

5:49 pm-10:26 pm

1 stop7h 37m

San Diego

Wed 1/28

1:58 pm-11:12 pm

1 stop6h 14m

$289

Traverse CitySan Francisco

TVC - SFO

TVCSFO

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Wed 1/7

5:48 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop8h 37m

San Francisco

Mon 2/2

10:54 pm-11:24 am

1 stop9h 30m

$289

Traverse CityLos Angeles

TVC - LAX

TVCLAX

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Mon 1/5

6:13 pm-11:03 pm

1 stop7h 50m

Los Angeles

Sat 1/10

6:25 am-5:19 pm

1 stop7h 54m

$289

Traverse CityLas Vegas

TVC - LAS

TVCLAS

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Wed 1/21

7:00 am-11:49 am

1 stop7h 49m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 2/4

5:50 am-5:45 pm

2 stops8h 55m

$294

Traverse CitySan Francisco

TVC - SFO

TVCSFO

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Fri 1/9

5:49 pm-10:34 pm

1 stop7h 45m

San Francisco

Sat 1/24

8:00 am-11:11 pm

2 stops12h 11m

$294

Traverse CitySan Francisco

TVC - SFO

TVCSFO

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Sat 1/10

5:49 pm-10:34 pm

1 stop7h 45m

San Francisco

Sat 1/17

7:00 am-10:26 pm

2 stops12h 26m

$294

Traverse CityLas Vegas

TVC - LAS

TVCLAS

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Fri 1/30

5:49 pm-9:48 pm

1 stop6h 59m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 2/2

10:49 pm-1:53 pm

2 stops12h 04m

$294

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Best time to book a flight from Traverse City to California

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to California from Traverse City with our price prediction graph.
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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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Traverse City to California (average of $181). Flying from Traverse City to California in June is currently the most expensive (average of $294). 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 December 12, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Traverse City to California at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 15% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Traverse City to California?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Traverse City to California. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Traverse City to California flight should consider departing on Friday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 December 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Traverse City to California, such as Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

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
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

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
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,095 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

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
11,050 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

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

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Traverse City to California. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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.

  • How long is the flight from Traverse City to California?

    A quick flight from Traverse City to California can take about 7h 49m. American Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $294. The distance from Traverse City to California is about 1654 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    $122 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 United Airlines, with prices starting from $125 and $125, 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 - Los Angeles 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Traverse City to California (average of $181). Flying from Traverse City to California in June is currently the most expensive (average of $294). 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 December 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$263Average$458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$269Average$490FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$276Average$467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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