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$146+ 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 10/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
TVC — LAX
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
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 September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$284
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$146
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$518
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 September 11, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 11/226:03 pmTVC - PSP
1 stop8h 17mAmerican Airlines
Thu 11/276:00 amPSP - TVC
1 stop7h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/11$284
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 10/186:20 amTVC - SFO
1 stop7h 13mDelta
Sat 10/2511:25 amSFO - TVC
1 stop8h 25mDelta
Deal found 9/8$289
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Thu 11/133:30 pmTVC - PSP
1 stop8h 37mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/175:20 amPSP - TVC
1 stop6h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$289
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/211:27 pmTVC - LAS
1 stop10h 55mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/257:00 amLAS - TVC
1 stop7h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$289
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/212:32 pmTVC - SAN
1 stop9h 10mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/1110:53 amSAN - TVC
1 stop8h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/9$289
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/35:54 pmTVC - LAX
1 stop7h 36mDelta
Sun 10/512:00 pmLAX - TVC
1 stop8h 59mDelta
Deal found 9/11$289
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Thu 10/162:19 pmTVC - SNA
1 stop7h 27mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/186:45 amSNA - TVC
1 stop8h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$289
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 11/612:00 pmTVC - SFO
1 stop8h 51mDelta
Wed 11/128:25 amSFO - TVC
2 stops11h 41mDelta
Deal found 9/9$294
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/23:53 pmTVC - SAN
1 stop9h 21mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/1110:15 amSAN - TVC
2 stops9h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/9$294
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Sat 10/255:54 pmTVC - LAS
2 stops8h 26mDelta
Sat 11/111:59 pmLAS - TVC
2 stops9h 20mDelta
Deal found 9/9$299
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Thu 10/26:00 amTVC - LAX
2 stops12h 00mDelta
Mon 10/69:45 pmLAX - TVC
2 stops10h 34mDelta
Deal found 9/10$299
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Fri 11/74:16 pmTVC - SNA
1 stop8h 57mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/108:50 amSNA - TVC
2 stops10h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$313

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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 September 11, 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

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Depart

Return

Price

Traverse CityPalm Springs

TVC - PSP

TVCPSP

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Sat 11/22

6:03 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop8h 17m

Palm Springs

Thu 11/27

6:00 am-4:29 pm

1 stop7h 29m

$284

Traverse CitySan Francisco

TVC - SFO

TVCSFO

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Thu 11/6

12:00 pm-5:51 pm

1 stop8h 51m

San Francisco

Wed 11/12

11:40 am-11:06 pm

1 stop8h 26m

$289

Traverse CitySan Francisco

TVC - SFO

TVCSFO

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Thu 11/6

6:32 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 27m

San Francisco

Wed 11/12

7:00 am-5:51 pm

1 stop7h 51m

$289

Traverse CitySan Francisco

TVC - SFO

TVCSFO

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Sat 10/18

6:20 am-10:33 am

1 stop7h 13m

San Francisco

Sat 10/25

11:25 am-10:50 pm

1 stop8h 25m

$289

Traverse CityPalm Springs

TVC - PSP

TVCPSP

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Thu 11/13

3:30 pm-9:07 pm

1 stop8h 37m

Palm Springs

Mon 11/17

5:20 am-2:35 pm

1 stop6h 15m

$289

Traverse CitySan Diego

TVC - SAN

TVCSAN

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Thu 10/2

12:32 pm-6:42 pm

1 stop9h 10m

San Diego

Sat 10/11

10:53 am-10:24 pm

1 stop8h 31m

$289

Traverse CityLas Vegas

TVC - LAS

TVCLAS

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Wed 11/12

5:55 pm-9:48 pm

1 stop6h 53m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 11/15

11:30 pm-11:31 am

1 stop9h 01m

$289

Traverse CityLas Vegas

TVC - LAS

TVCLAS

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Tue 11/11

3:30 pm-8:46 pm

1 stop8h 16m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 11/18

7:15 am-5:51 pm

1 stop7h 36m

$289

Traverse CityLos Angeles

TVC - LAX

TVCLAX

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Thu 10/23

5:53 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop8h 06m

Los Angeles

Mon 11/10

6:00 am-5:33 pm

1 stop8h 33m

$289

Traverse CityLas Vegas

TVC - LAS

TVCLAS

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Tue 11/25

9:00 am-2:57 pm

1 stop8h 57m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 12/2

7:15 am-3:54 pm

1 stop5h 39m

$289

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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 $325). 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 September 11, 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.

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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 September 11, 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
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

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
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

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
8,937 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

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
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

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 8h 17m. American Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $284. 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?

    $169 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 $169 and $249, 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 - 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, 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 $325). 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$269Average$500FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$276Average$464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$279Average$552FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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