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$131+ 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 3/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
TVC — LAX
Feb 28 — Mar 71
Sat 2/28
Sat 3/7
1 adult, Economy
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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 January 29, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 2/187:37 pm
TVC
-
PSP
1 stop6h 49m
American Airlines
Tue 2/246:05 am
PSP
-
TVC
1 stop7h 57m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/27$251
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/912:51 pm
TVC
-
LAS
2 stops28h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/1711:59 pm
LAS
-
TVC
1 stop14h 36m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/26$287
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 4/147:00 am
TVC
-
SFO
1 stop8h 03m
United Airlines
Sat 4/1812:45 am
SFO
-
TVC
1 stop9h 07m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/28$289
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Thu 2/197:37 pm
TVC
-
SFO
1 stop7h 10m
American Airlines
Mon 2/2311:35 pm
SFO
-
TVC
2 stops9h 37m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/27$294
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 5/233:30 pm
TVC
-
SMF
1 stop8h 17m
United Airlines
Sun 5/2411:55 pm
SMF
-
TVC
1 stop7h 59m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/27$309
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 4/257:00 am
TVC
-
LAS
1 stop9h 09m
United Airlines
Tue 4/2812:50 pm
LAS
-
TVC
1 stop6h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/27$309
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Mon 4/137:37 pm
TVC
-
SAN
1 stop6h 39m
American Airlines
Tue 4/217:30 am
SAN
-
TVC
1 stop8h 37m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/27$309
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 2/215:32 pm
TVC
-
LAX
1 stop9h 27m
American Airlines
Tue 2/241:17 am
LAX
-
TVC
1 stop7h 55m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/27$309
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/212:46 pm
TVC
-
LAS
1 stop13h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 3/57:05 am
LAS
-
TVC
2 stops25h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/29$312
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Sat 5/236:00 am
TVC
-
SMF
2 stops9h 51m
Delta
Fri 5/2910:40 pm
SMF
-
TVC
1 stop8h 57m
Delta
Deal found 1/27$314
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Mon 4/131:38 pm
TVC
-
SAN
2 stops9h 34m
United Airlines
Tue 4/2110:52 am
SAN
-
TVC
1 stop8h 43m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/27$314
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 8/265:23 pm
TVC
-
RNO
1 stop7h 55m
American Airlines
Wed 9/94:37 pm
RNO
-
TVC
2 stops15h 42m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/28$314

Find 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 January 29, 2026.

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3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$251
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$131
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$378
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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 January 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Traverse City to California that are best for you.

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Traverse CityPalm Springs

TVC - PSP

TVCPSP

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Wed 2/18

7:37 pm-11:26 pm

1 stop6h 49m

Palm Springs

Tue 2/24

6:05 am-5:02 pm

1 stop7h 57m

$251

Traverse CitySan Francisco

TVC - SFO

TVCSFO

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Wed 4/15

1:38 pm-6:38 pm

1 stop8h 00m

San Francisco

Tue 4/21

12:45 am-12:52 pm

1 stop9h 07m

$289

Traverse CitySan Francisco

TVC - SFO

TVCSFO

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Tue 4/14

1:38 pm-6:38 pm

1 stop8h 00m

San Francisco

Sun 4/19

12:45 am-12:52 pm

1 stop9h 07m

$289

Traverse CitySan Francisco

TVC - SFO

TVCSFO

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Tue 4/14

7:00 am-12:03 pm

1 stop8h 03m

San Francisco

Sat 4/18

12:45 am-12:52 pm

1 stop9h 07m

$289

Traverse CitySan Francisco

TVC - SFO

TVCSFO

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Thu 2/19

7:37 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop7h 10m

San Francisco

Mon 2/23

11:35 pm-12:12 pm

2 stops9h 37m

$294

Traverse CityLas Vegas

TVC - LAS

TVCLAS

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Sat 3/7

5:51 pm-10:08 pm

1 stop7h 17m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 3/17

1:00 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop7h 05m

$309

Traverse CityLos Angeles

TVC - LAX

TVCLAX

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Fri 4/17

7:37 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop7h 08m

Los Angeles

Mon 4/20

11:41 pm-12:07 pm

1 stop9h 26m

$309

Traverse CitySacramento

TVC - SMF

TVCSMF

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Sat 5/23

3:30 pm-8:47 pm

1 stop8h 17m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 5/24

11:55 pm-10:54 am

1 stop7h 59m

$309

Traverse CityLas Vegas

TVC - LAS

TVCLAS

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Wed 4/22

1:38 pm-6:27 pm

1 stop7h 49m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 4/28

10:43 am-10:35 pm

1 stop8h 52m

$309

Traverse CityLas Vegas

TVC - LAS

TVCLAS

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Sat 4/25

7:00 am-1:09 pm

1 stop9h 09m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 4/28

12:50 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop6h 45m

$309

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Best time to book a flight from Traverse City to California

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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 $290). 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.

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 January 29, 2026.
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
8,128 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

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
8,128 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,128 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

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
9,215 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,128 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

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
11,205 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,128 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

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 6h 49m. American Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $251. The distance from Traverse City to California is about 1802 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?

    $114 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from United Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Sun Country Air and American Airlines, with prices starting from $122 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 - San Diego or Traverse City Cherry Capital - Los Angeles 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 $290). 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 January 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$269Average$481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$276Average$457FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$288Average$448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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