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$259+ Cheap flights from Traverse City to San Diego (TVC - SAN)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 7/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
TVC — SAN
May 5 — May 121
Mon 5/5
Mon 5/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Traverse City Cherry Capital to San Diego are usually found in January or February, booked 49 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Tuesday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from Traverse City to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Traverse City (TVC) to San Diego (SAN). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated April 30, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$259
(American Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$417
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 21% potential increase in price ($121 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Traverse City to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Traverse City to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 30, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 7/26:21 amTVC - SAN
1 stop8h 49mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/81:12 pmSAN - TVC
1 stop7h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$259
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/27:28 amTVC - SAN
2 stops11h 51mDelta
Tue 7/89:59 amSAN - TVC
2 stops10h 54mDelta
Deal found 4/28$293
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 5/137:05 amTVC - SAN
1 stop9h 41mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/178:50 amSAN - TVC
2 stops10h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/28$344
This Alaska 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/137:04 amTVC - SAN
2 stops12h 26mAlaska Airlines
Fri 5/1610:15 pmSAN - TVC
2 stops23h 13mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/29$439

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Traverse City to San Diego that are best for you.

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Traverse City

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San Diego

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Traverse CitySan Diego

TVC - SAN

TVCSAN

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Wed 7/2

6:21 am-12:10 pm

1 stop8h 49m

San Diego

Tue 7/8

1:12 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop7h 18m

$259

Traverse CitySan Diego

TVC - SAN

TVCSAN

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Wed 7/2

7:28 am-4:19 pm

2 stops11h 51m

San Diego

Tue 7/8

9:59 am-11:53 pm

2 stops10h 54m

$293

Traverse CitySan Diego

TVC - SAN

TVCSAN

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Tue 5/13

7:05 am-1:46 pm

1 stop9h 41m

San Diego

Sat 5/17

8:50 am-10:15 pm

2 stops10h 25m

$344

Traverse CitySan Diego

TVC - SAN

TVCSAN

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Tue 5/13

7:04 am-4:30 pm

2 stops12h 26m

San Diego

Fri 5/16

10:15 pm-12:28 am

2 stops23h 13m

$439

Traverse CitySan Diego

TVC - SAN

TVCSAN

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Tue 7/8

6:00 am-10:03 am

1 stop7h 03m

$270

Traverse CitySan Diego

TVC - SAN

TVCSAN

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Mon 7/7

7:00 am-9:34 am

1 stop29h 34m

$382

Traverse CitySan Diego

TVC - SAN

TVCSAN

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Sun 7/6

6:21 am-2:38 pm

2 stops11h 17m

$735

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Deals found on 4/28

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Traverse City to San Diego in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Traverse City-San Diego flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Traverse City-San Diego flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Traverse City-San Diego flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Traverse City-San Diego flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Traverse City-San Diego flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Traverse City to San Diego

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Traverse City to San Diego

How far ahead should I book a flight from Traverse City to San Diego?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Traverse City to San Diego. Price data was last updated on April 25, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Traverse City to San Diego, you should look to book at least 49 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Traverse City to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Traverse City to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 SAN?

Find hourly flight availability from Traverse City to San Diego. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 30, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Traverse City to San Diego in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 18% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Rainfall in San Diego by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Diego ranges from 0.0 - 2.3 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.3 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Diego when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Diego by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Diego, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 71.6 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 San Diego

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. 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 San Diego. Reviews last updated April 30, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Traverse City to San Diego, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, Delta and United Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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
9,968 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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
7,936 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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
9,968 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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
9,968 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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

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

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Traverse City to San Diego round-trip?

    American Airlines, at $259, was found to be the cheapest airline from Traverse City to San Diego.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Delta and United Airlines. You may be able to fly from Traverse City to San Diego for 42% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $270 on Delta. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from $382 and Alaska Airlines from $735 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Traverse City to San Diego 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 San Diego?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Traverse City to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Traverse City to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 San Diego

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Traverse City to San Diego. 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 April 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$258Average$388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$276Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$293Average$512FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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