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$112+ Cheap flights from California to Traverse City (TVC)

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 7/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — TVC
Jul 6 — Jul 131
Sun 7/6
Sun 7/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Traverse City

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Traverse City flight deals. Data was last updated July 1, 2025.

Round-trip from

$262
(Delta)

One-way from

$112
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$532
From California to Traverse City Cherry Capital
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Cheapest flights from California to Traverse City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Traverse City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 1, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 8/2310:25 pmSJC - TVC
1 stop8h 25mDelta
Sat 8/3010:30 amTVC - SJC
2 stops11h 43mDelta
Deal found 6/30$262
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Mon 8/411:59 pmRNO - TVC
2 stops10h 11mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/195:23 pmTVC - RNO
1 stop8h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/30$275
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Thu 8/1412:11 pmLAS - TVC
1 stop8h 48mDelta
Tue 8/197:00 amTVC - LAS
1 stop6h 20mDelta
Deal found 6/30$289
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 10/17:55 amSNA - TVC
1 stop6h 13mAmerican Airlines
Mon 10/62:25 pmTVC - SNA
1 stop10h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/30$289
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 8/1210:40 pmSAN - TVC
1 stop8h 10mDelta
Sat 8/166:00 amTVC - SAN
1 stop7h 08mDelta
Deal found 6/30$289
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Sat 8/1610:29 pmONT - TVC
1 stop10h 28mAmerican Airlines
Wed 8/275:23 pmTVC - ONT
1 stop8h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/30$289
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Fri 8/1512:40 amSFO - TVC
1 stop8h 45mDelta
Tue 8/266:00 amTVC - SFO
1 stop7h 30mDelta
Deal found 6/30$289
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 8/122:03 pmSMF - TVC
1 stop5h 46mDelta
Tue 8/197:00 amTVC - SMF
1 stop8h 53mDelta
Deal found 6/30$289
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/196:00 amSJC - TVC
1 stop7h 38mAmerican Airlines
Wed 8/2712:33 pmTVC - SJC
2 stops11h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/29$290
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/2311:23 amSNA - TVC
1 stop8h 55mDelta
Sat 8/306:00 amTVC - SNA
2 stops8h 53mDelta
Deal found 7/1$294
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Sat 7/129:07 amSFO - TVC
2 stops11h 23mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/225:10 pmTVC - SFO
2 stops9h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/1$303
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/286:45 amRNO - TVC
2 stops13h 19mDelta
Sat 11/16:00 amTVC - RNO
2 stops8h 32mDelta
Deal found 6/29$318

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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Traverse City 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 July 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Traverse City that are best for you.

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California

Fly to

Traverse City

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San JoseTraverse City

SJC - TVC

SJCTVC

San Jose

Sat 8/23

10:25 pm-9:50 am

1 stop8h 25m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Wed 9/3

7:00 am-5:04 pm

2 stops13h 04m

$262

RenoTraverse City

RNO - TVC

RNOTVC

Reno

Mon 8/4

11:59 pm-1:10 pm

2 stops10h 11m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Tue 8/19

5:23 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop8h 06m

$275

Las VegasTraverse City

LAS - TVC

LASTVC

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 8/14

12:11 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 48m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Tue 8/19

7:00 am-10:20 am

1 stop6h 20m

$289

Santa AnaTraverse City

SNA - TVC

SNATVC

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 10/1

7:55 am-5:08 pm

1 stop6h 13m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Mon 10/6

2:25 pm-9:26 pm

1 stop10h 01m

$289

San DiegoTraverse City

SAN - TVC

SANTVC

San Diego

Tue 8/12

10:40 pm-9:50 am

1 stop8h 10m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Sat 8/16

6:00 am-10:08 am

1 stop7h 08m

$289

OntarioTraverse City

ONT - TVC

ONTTVC

Ontario

Sat 8/16

10:29 pm-11:57 am

1 stop10h 28m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Wed 8/27

5:23 pm-10:48 pm

1 stop8h 25m

$289

San FranciscoTraverse City

SFO - TVC

SFOTVC

San Francisco

Fri 8/15

12:40 am-12:25 pm

1 stop8h 45m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Tue 8/26

6:00 am-10:30 am

1 stop7h 30m

$289

SacramentoTraverse City

SMF - TVC

SMFTVC

Sacramento Intl

Tue 8/12

2:03 pm-10:49 pm

1 stop5h 46m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Tue 8/19

7:00 am-12:53 pm

1 stop8h 53m

$289

San JoseTraverse City

SJC - TVC

SJCTVC

San Jose

Tue 8/19

6:00 am-4:38 pm

1 stop7h 38m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Wed 8/27

12:33 pm-9:04 pm

2 stops11h 31m

$290

Santa AnaTraverse City

SNA - TVC

SNATVC

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 8/23

11:23 am-11:18 pm

1 stop8h 55m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Sat 8/30

6:00 am-11:53 am

2 stops8h 53m

$294

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Best time to book a flight from California to Traverse City

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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Traverse City

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Traverse City (average of $328). Flying from California to Traverse City in July is currently the most expensive (average of $504). 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 CA to TVC?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Traverse City. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 1, 2025.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Traverse City

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Traverse City. 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 Traverse City. Reviews last updated July 1, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines from California to Traverse City by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

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
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

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
7,973 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

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
8,858 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

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
2,919 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

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
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

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 California to Traverse City. 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 into for flights to Traverse City from California?

    If you book a flight to Traverse City from California, you will be flying to Cherry Capital, which is the city’s only airport. Traverse City Cherry Capital (TVC) is located 2.7 mi from the center of Traverse City.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $129 on Delta. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include JetBlue from $149 and Sun Country Air from $163 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from California to Traverse City?

    The most popular flight routes from California to Traverse City are San Francisco - Traverse City Cherry Capital, Los Angeles - Traverse City Cherry Capital and San Diego - Traverse City Cherry Capital.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Traverse City 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 California to Traverse City?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Traverse City (average of $328). Flying from California to Traverse City in July is currently the most expensive (average of $504). 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 5 airlines flying from California to Traverse City

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from California to Traverse City. 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 July 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$277Average$593FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$278Average$607FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$282Average$443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$288Average$515FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Sun Country AirCheapest$295Average$372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%

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