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$229+ Cheap flights from Columbus to Traverse City (TVC)

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 11/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — TVC
nov. 15 — nov. 221
sam. 11/15
sam. 11/22
1 adult, Economy
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Traverse City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on octobre 16, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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.
mar. 11/410:52 amCMH - TVC
1 stop5h 39mAmerican Airlines
mar. 11/115:01 pmTVC - CMH
1 stop5h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/14$229
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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.
ven. 11/218:35 amCMH - TVC
1 stop3h 47mAmerican Airlines
dim. 11/238:47 pmTVC - CMH
1 stop3h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/14$259
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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.
mar. 11/42:00 pmCMH - TVC
2 stops8h 50mDelta
mar. 11/115:55 pmTVC - CMH
1 stop6h 10mDelta
Deal found 10/14$274
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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.
ven. 10/177:00 amCMH - TVC
1 stop6h 26mUnited Airlines
ven. 6/197:30 pmTVC - CMH
1 stop4h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/14$402
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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.
ven. 10/172:13 pmCMH - TVC
1 stop3h 01mDelta
ven. 6/192:10 pmTVC - CMH
2 stops8h 07mDelta
Deal found 10/14$487
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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.
mar. 10/287:00 amCMH - TVC
1 stop5h 53mUnited Airlines
ven. 10/317:16 pmTVC - CMH
2 stops18h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/14$502
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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.
dim. 10/197:00 amCMH - TVC
1 stop5h 02mAmerican Airlines
mar. 10/215:53 pmTVC - CMH
1 stop5h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/15$706

Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Traverse City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (C01) 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 octobre 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$229
(American Airlines)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$663
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus 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 octobre 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus to Traverse City that are best for you.

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Columbus

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Traverse City

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusTraverse City

CMH - TVC

CMHTVC

Columbus

mar. 11/4

10:52 am-4:31 pm

1 stop5h 39m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

mar. 11/11

5:01 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop5h 54m

$229

ColumbusTraverse City

CMH - TVC

CMHTVC

Columbus

ven. 11/21

8:35 am-12:22 pm

1 stop3h 47m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

dim. 11/23

8:47 pm-12:43 am

1 stop3h 56m

$259

ColumbusTraverse City

CMH - TVC

CMHTVC

Columbus

mar. 11/4

2:00 pm-10:50 pm

2 stops8h 50m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

mar. 11/11

5:55 pm-12:05 am

1 stop6h 10m

$274

ColumbusTraverse City

CMH - TVC

CMHTVC

Columbus

mar. 10/28

7:00 am-11:05 am

1 stop4h 05m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

ven. 10/31

7:16 pm-9:30 am

1 stop14h 14m

$487

ColumbusTraverse City

CMH - TVC

CMHTVC

Columbus

dim. 10/19

7:00 am-12:02 pm

1 stop5h 02m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

mar. 10/21

5:53 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop5h 36m

$706

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Deals found on 10/14

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

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

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Traverse City (average of $224). Flying from Columbus to Traverse City in October is currently the most expensive (average of $591). 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 CMH to TVC?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus 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 octobre 16, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Columbus to Traverse City in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 59% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Columbus to Traverse City?

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 octobre 16, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Columbus to Traverse City by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,984 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,984 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,984 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,982 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,984 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,043 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,984 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.

Related info for your journey

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

    Traverse City Cherry Capital (TVC), located 2.7 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Columbus to Traverse City. 3 airlines have flights to Cherry Capital from Columbus on a regular basis. Booking flights from Columbus to Traverse City Cherry Capital should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Columbus per day.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Columbus to Traverse City in 5h 39m. Fly via American Airlines to get the fastest option. There are 355 mi between Columbus and Traverse City.

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

    Currently priced at $223, United Airlines will fly you from Columbus to Traverse City and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Delta and American Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $228 and $228, respectively. United Airlines is priced at 44% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Traverse City (average of $224). Flying from Columbus to Traverse City in October is currently the most expensive (average of $591). 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 Columbus to Traverse City

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Columbus 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 octobre 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$129Average$338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$228Average$421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$228Average$398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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