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$115+ Cheap flights from Traverse City (TVC) to San Francisco Bay Area

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 5/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
TVC — SFO
May 11 — May 181
Sun 5/11
Sun 5/18
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$289
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$115
(American Airlines)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$460
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Cheapest flights from Traverse City to San Francisco Bay Area
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Traverse City to San Francisco Bay Area. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 6, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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 6/33:40 pmTVC - SFO
1 stop7h 05mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/1011:59 pmSFO - TVC
1 stop8h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/5$289
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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 6/36:02 pmTVC - SFO
2 stops9h 19mDelta
Tue 6/102:25 pmSFO - TVC
1 stop6h 26mDelta
Deal found 5/5$294
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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 9/173:09 pmTVC - SFO
1 stop8h 11mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/216:10 amSFO - TVC
1 stop8h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/5$314
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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 6/125:22 pmTVC - SJC
1 stop8h 12mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/156:00 amSJC - TVC
1 stop7h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/5$314
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/129:39 amTVC - SJC
3 stops40h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/1511:01 amSJC - TVC
2 stops26h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5$375
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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.
Fri 5/165:44 pmTVC - SFO
1 stop8h 05mAlaska Airlines
Sun 5/2512:33 pmSFO - TVC
1 stop8h 55mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/5$414
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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 6/126:00 amTVC - SJC
2 stops9h 52mDelta
Sun 6/157:11 pmSJC - TVC
2 stops11h 27mDelta
Deal found 5/5$434
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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 6/173:40 pmTVC - SJC
1 stop8h 10mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/306:20 amSJC - TVC
1 stop6h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/5$519
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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 10/116:00 amTVC - OAK
2 stops9h 24mDelta
Sat 10/185:55 amOAK - TVC
2 stops8h 15mDelta
Deal found 5/5$1,078

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Traverse City to San Francisco Bay Area 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 6, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Traverse City to San Francisco Bay Area that are best for you.

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Traverse City

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San Francisco Bay Area

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Return

Price

Traverse CitySan Francisco

TVC - SFO

TVCSFO

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Tue 6/3

3:40 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop7h 05m

San Francisco

Tue 6/10

11:59 pm-11:19 am

1 stop8h 20m

$289

Traverse CitySan Francisco

TVC - SFO

TVCSFO

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Tue 6/3

6:02 pm-12:21 am

2 stops9h 19m

San Francisco

Tue 6/10

2:25 pm-11:51 pm

1 stop6h 26m

$294

Traverse CitySan Francisco

TVC - SFO

TVCSFO

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Wed 9/17

3:09 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop8h 11m

San Francisco

Sun 9/21

6:10 am-5:28 pm

1 stop8h 18m

$314

Traverse CitySan Jose

TVC - SJC

TVCSJC

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Thu 6/12

5:22 pm-10:34 pm

1 stop8h 12m

San Jose

Sun 6/15

6:00 am-4:14 pm

1 stop7h 14m

$314

Traverse CitySan Jose

TVC - SJC

TVCSJC

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Thu 6/12

9:39 am-11:34 pm

3 stops40h 55m

San Jose

Sun 6/15

11:01 am-4:52 pm

2 stops26h 51m

$375

Traverse CitySan Francisco

TVC - SFO

TVCSFO

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Fri 5/16

5:44 pm-10:49 pm

1 stop8h 05m

San Francisco

Sun 5/25

12:33 pm-12:28 am

1 stop8h 55m

$414

Traverse CitySan Jose

TVC - SJC

TVCSJC

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Thu 6/12

6:00 am-12:52 pm

2 stops9h 52m

San Jose

Sun 6/15

7:11 pm-9:38 am

2 stops11h 27m

$434

Traverse CitySan Jose

TVC - SJC

TVCSJC

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Tue 6/17

3:40 pm-8:50 pm

1 stop8h 10m

San Jose

Mon 6/30

6:20 am-4:12 pm

1 stop6h 52m

$519

Traverse CityOakland

TVC - OAK

TVCOAK

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Sat 10/11

6:00 am-12:24 pm

2 stops9h 24m

Oakland

Sat 10/18

5:55 am-5:10 pm

2 stops8h 15m

$1,078

Traverse CitySan Francisco

TVC - SFO

TVCSFO

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Sat 5/31

5:44 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop9h 05m

$115

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Traverse City to San Francisco Bay Area

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Traverse City to San Francisco Bay Area?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Traverse City to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $276). Flying from Traverse City to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $384). 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 XIH?

Find hourly flight availability from Traverse City to San Francisco Bay Area. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 6, 2025.

When flying from Traverse City to San Francisco Bay Area, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in San Francisco Bay Area by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco Bay Area by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco Bay Area ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco Bay Area when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco Bay Area by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco Bay Area by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco Bay Area, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco Bay Area

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 Francisco Bay Area. Reviews last updated May 6, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Delta and United Airlines from Traverse City to San Francisco Bay Area. 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
9,987 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

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
9,987 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,987 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

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
7,942 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,987 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

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
8,708 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,987 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

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
9,987 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Sun Country Air
6.9
Okay
346 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,987 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

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 San Francisco Bay Area?

    Traverse City Cherry Capital (TVC) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Traverse City to San Francisco Bay Area. It is only a 2.7 mi journey to Cherry Capital (TVC) from Traverse City’s city center.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is American Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $115. However, be on the lookout for offers from Delta and Alaska Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Traverse City to San Francisco Bay Area for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Traverse City to San Francisco Bay Area?

    The most popular flight routes from Traverse City to San Francisco Bay Area are Traverse City Cherry Capital - San Francisco, Traverse City Cherry Capital - San Jose and Traverse City Cherry Capital - Oakland.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Traverse City to San Francisco Bay Area?

    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 Francisco Bay Area.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Traverse City to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Traverse City to San Francisco Bay Area 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 Francisco Bay Area?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Traverse City to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $276). Flying from Traverse City to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $384). 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 Francisco Bay Area

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Traverse City to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 6, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$285Average$462FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$302Average$621FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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