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$91+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) 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 2/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — TVC
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Traverse City

Cheapest flights from Chicago to Traverse City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Traverse City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/192:43 pmORD - TVC
Nonstop1h 17mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/212:23 pmTVC - ORD
Nonstop1h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$259
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/312:04 pmORD - TVC
Nonstop1h 20mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/48:42 pmTVC - ORD
Nonstop1h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$274
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/196:40 pmMDW - TVC
1 stop4h 03mDelta
Wed 1/216:00 amTVC - MDW
1 stop3h 52mDelta
Deal found 12/16$279
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Sun 12/219:35 pmORD - TVC
Nonstop1h 22mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/212:23 pmTVC - ORD
Nonstop1h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$281
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/188:59 amORD - TVC
Nonstop1h 26mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/249:00 amTVC - ORD
Nonstop1h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$289
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Sun 12/219:35 pmORD - TVC
Nonstop1h 22mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/278:42 pmTVC - ORD
Nonstop1h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$311
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/275:56 pmORD - TVC
Nonstop1h 16mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/38:42 pmTVC - ORD
Nonstop1h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$328
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/195:56 pmORD - TVC
Nonstop1h 13mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/215:50 amTVC - ORD
Nonstop1h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$339
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/206:02 pmORD - TVC
1 stop3h 56mDelta
Sun 12/215:50 pmTVC - ORD
1 stop3h 46mDelta
Deal found 12/16$349
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/196:40 pmMDW - TVC
1 stop4h 03mDelta
Sun 12/216:03 amTVC - MDW
1 stop3h 46mDelta
Deal found 12/16$359
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/209:35 pmORD - TVC
Nonstop1h 22mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/215:50 amTVC - ORD
Nonstop1h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$369
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Sun 12/215:50 pmORD - TVC
Nonstop1h 21mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/277:00 amTVC - ORD
Nonstop1h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$374

Find flight deals from Chicago to Traverse City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Traverse City (TVC). 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 December 18, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$179
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$91
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$179

Good round-trip deal

$239 or less

Good one-way deal

$224 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago 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 December 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Traverse City that are best for you.

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Chicago

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Traverse City

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Depart

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Price

ChicagoTraverse City

ORD - TVC

ORDTVC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 1/16

8:56 pm-11:12 pm

Nonstop1h 16m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Thu 1/22

5:49 pm-6:35 pm

Nonstop1h 46m

$179

ChicagoTraverse City

ORD - TVC

ORDTVC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/14

3:02 pm-5:19 pm

Nonstop1h 17m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Wed 1/21

5:49 pm-6:35 pm

Nonstop1h 46m

$179

ChicagoTraverse City

ORD - TVC

ORDTVC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/8

3:02 pm-5:19 pm

Nonstop1h 17m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Sat 5/23

9:10 pm-9:30 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$179

ChicagoTraverse City

ORD - TVC

ORDTVC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/14

11:40 am-1:48 pm

Nonstop1h 08m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Sat 4/18

5:40 pm-6:00 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$179

ChicagoTraverse City

ORD - TVC

ORDTVC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 2/13

9:45 pm-11:57 pm

Nonstop1h 12m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Tue 2/17

1:17 pm-1:54 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

$179

ChicagoTraverse City

ORD - TVC

ORDTVC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/8

6:15 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop3h 38m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Sat 5/23

6:00 am-9:24 am

1 stop4h 24m

$199

ChicagoTraverse City

ORD - TVC

ORDTVC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/14

6:15 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop3h 38m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Wed 1/21

5:48 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop4h 17m

$199

ChicagoTraverse City

MDW - TVC

MDWTVC

Chicago Midway

Wed 1/14

6:14 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop3h 39m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Wed 1/21

6:00 am-8:52 am

1 stop3h 52m

$199

ChicagoTraverse City

ORD - TVC

ORDTVC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 1/16

6:15 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop3h 38m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Thu 1/22

5:48 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop4h 17m

$229

ChicagoTraverse City

ORD - TVC

ORDTVC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 3/21

8:10 pm-10:27 pm

Nonstop1h 17m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Sun 3/29

7:00 am-7:22 am

Nonstop1h 22m

$239

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Chicago to Traverse City in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
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 Chicago-Traverse City flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Chicago-Traverse City flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-Traverse City flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Traverse City 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 Chicago-Traverse City 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 Chicago to Traverse City

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Traverse City from Chicago with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Traverse City (average of $57). Flying from Chicago to Traverse City in April is currently the most expensive (average of $223). 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 CHI to TVC?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago 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 December 18, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Chicago to Traverse City in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 11% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago to Traverse City?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Traverse City. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Traverse City flight should consider departing on Sunday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 December 18, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines and American Airlines from Chicago to Traverse City. 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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,091 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Kevin,Dec 2025

BOS - EWR

Seems like every United flight has a delay and it’s always someone else’s fault. Step up and take some accountability
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,091 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,091 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Kevin,Dec 2025

BOS - EWR

Seems like every United flight has a delay and it’s always someone else’s fault. Step up and take some accountability
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,054 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,091 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Kevin,Dec 2025

BOS - EWR

Seems like every United flight has a delay and it’s always someone else’s fault. Step up and take some accountability

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago 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 Chicago?

    Most people fly into Traverse City Cherry Capital (TVC) if they book a flight to Traverse City from Chicago. On average, Cherry Capital has 4 inbound flights from Chicago per day from 2 airlines. Traverse City Cherry Capital is conveniently located just 2.7 mi from Traverse City’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Chicago to Traverse City?

    Departing from Chicago to Traverse City will take you 1h 16m. The distance between Chicago and Traverse City is about 223 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Traverse City, with prices starting at $179. Another option worth looking into is United Airlines, starting at $194 round trip. American Airlines is priced at 33% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Chicago to Traverse City are American Airlines ($123), United Airlines ($154), and Delta ($168).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to Traverse City?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Chicago to Traverse City consider choosing Envoy Air (88%), United Airlines (77%) or Republic Airways (75%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Traverse City?

    The cheapest flight price from Chicago to Traverse City is $173. On average you can expect to pay $287. The most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Traverse City Cherry Capital), can usually be booked for $179.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Traverse City (average of $57). Flying from Chicago to Traverse City in April is currently the most expensive (average of $223). 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 2 airlines flying from Chicago to Traverse City

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Chicago 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 December 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$179Average$269FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$194Average$327FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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