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$115+ 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 5/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
TVC — LAX
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$237
(Delta)

One-way from

$115
(American Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$491
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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 May 1, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Tue 7/16:00 amTVC - LAS
1 stop7h 17mDelta
Sat 7/510:50 pmLAS - TVC
1 stop7h 48mDelta
Deal found 4/30$237
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 5/286:05 amTVC - SFO
1 stop9h 29mAmerican Airlines
Wed 6/42:50 pmSFO - TVC
1 stop6h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$259
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 9/132:00 pmTVC - SJC
2 stops11h 58mDelta
Thu 9/1811:00 pmSJC - TVC
1 stop7h 39mDelta
Deal found 4/30$278
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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.
Tue 6/35:44 pmTVC - LAS
1 stop8h 09mAmerican Airlines
Sat 6/77:18 amLAS - TVC
1 stop5h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/1$289
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 8/206:00 amTVC - SAN
1 stop7h 35mDelta
Mon 8/252:00 pmSAN - TVC
1 stop6h 53mDelta
Deal found 4/30$289
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 6/205:22 pmTVC - SNA
1 stop7h 57mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/243:13 pmSNA - TVC
1 stop6h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$289
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 8/2012:32 pmTVC - SAN
2 stops10h 01mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/241:08 pmSAN - TVC
1 stop8h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$294
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 6/711:51 amTVC - SFO
2 stops12h 27mDelta
Mon 6/168:50 pmSFO - TVC
2 stops9h 48mDelta
Deal found 4/30$299
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/207:05 amTVC - LAS
1 stop7h 33mUnited Airlines
Fri 5/2312:46 amLAS - TVC
1 stop7h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$311
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Thu 5/153:30 pmTVC - SFO
1 stop8h 35mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/1911:20 pmSFO - TVC
1 stop8h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$339
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Thu 5/153:30 pmTVC - MFR
1 stop8h 48mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/196:35 pmMFR - TVC
2 stops13h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$344
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Thu 5/153:30 pmTVC - RNO
1 stop8h 10mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/196:44 pmRNO - TVC
2 stops13h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$344

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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 May 1, 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

Fly to

California

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Depart

Return

Price

Traverse CityLas Vegas

TVC - LAS

TVCLAS

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Tue 7/1

6:00 am-10:17 am

1 stop7h 17m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 7/5

10:50 pm-9:38 am

1 stop7h 48m

$237

Traverse CitySan Francisco

TVC - SFO

TVCSFO

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Wed 5/28

6:05 am-12:34 pm

1 stop9h 29m

San Francisco

Wed 6/4

2:50 pm-12:28 am

1 stop6h 38m

$259

Traverse CitySan Jose

TVC - SJC

TVCSJC

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Sat 9/13

2:00 pm-10:58 pm

2 stops11h 58m

San Jose

Thu 9/18

11:00 pm-9:39 am

1 stop7h 39m

$278

Traverse CityLas Vegas

TVC - LAS

TVCLAS

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Tue 6/3

5:44 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop8h 09m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 6/7

7:18 am-3:57 pm

1 stop5h 39m

$289

Traverse CitySan Diego

TVC - SAN

TVCSAN

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Wed 8/20

6:00 am-10:35 am

1 stop7h 35m

San Diego

Mon 8/25

2:00 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop6h 53m

$289

Traverse CitySanta Ana

TVC - SNA

TVCSNA

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Fri 6/20

5:22 pm-10:19 pm

1 stop7h 57m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 6/24

3:13 pm-12:21 am

1 stop6h 08m

$289

Traverse CitySan Francisco

TVC - SFO

TVCSFO

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Sat 6/7

1:20 pm-8:09 pm

1 stop9h 49m

San Francisco

Mon 6/16

6:50 pm-9:38 am

2 stops11h 48m

$294

Traverse CitySan Diego

TVC - SAN

TVCSAN

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Wed 8/20

12:32 pm-7:33 pm

2 stops10h 01m

San Diego

Sun 8/24

1:08 pm-12:21 am

1 stop8h 13m

$294

Traverse CityLas Vegas

TVC - LAS

TVCLAS

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Tue 5/20

7:05 am-11:38 am

1 stop7h 33m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 5/23

12:46 am-11:19 am

1 stop7h 33m

$311

Traverse CitySan Francisco

TVC - SFO

TVCSFO

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Thu 5/15

3:30 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop8h 35m

San Francisco

Mon 5/19

11:20 pm-11:08 am

1 stop8h 48m

$339

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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, 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 May 1, 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 May 1, 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
9,972 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

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
9,972 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

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
7,934 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

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
8,696 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

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
2,924 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

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?

    $115 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from American Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and United Airlines, with prices starting from $134 and $160, 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 Francisco 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$258Average$488FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$276Average$438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$288Average$553FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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