How long is the flight from Columbus to Traverse City?

There are many flights that can get you from Columbus to Traverse City in 3h 23m. Fly via Delta 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 41% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Traverse City ranges from 1.5 - 3.5 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.5 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Traverse City when rainfall is around 1.5 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Traverse City, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 21.2 F).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Columbus to Traverse City?

When booking a flight from Columbus to Traverse City, you may want to consider flying on United Airlines, American Airlines or Delta as they are the most popular for this route.

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.

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.

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Sun 12/78:05 amCMH - TVC

1 stop3h 23mDelta

Thu 12/116:17 amTVC - CMH

1 stop3h 32mDelta

Deal found 11/22

$579

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Sun 12/78:05 amCMH - TVC

1 stop3h 23mDelta

Thu 12/116:17 amTVC - CMH

1 stop3h 32mDelta

Deal found 11/22

$579

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Wed 11/267:00 amCMH - TVC

1 stop5h 53mUnited Airlines

Fri 11/286:32 pmTVC - CMH

1 stop5h 12mUnited Airlines

Deal found 11/22

$319

Wed 11/268:23 amCMH - TVC

2 stops9h 10mAmerican Airlines

Fri 11/288:53 pmTVC - CMH

1 stop3h 50mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 11/22

$324

Sun 12/78:05 amCMH - TVC

1 stop3h 23mDelta

Thu 12/116:17 amTVC - CMH

1 stop3h 32mDelta

Deal found 11/22

$579

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Fri 1/166:05 pmCMH - TVC

2 stops17h 19mDelta

Deal found 11/21

$184

Sun 1/188:15 amCMH - TVC

1 stop3h 09mDelta

Deal found 11/21

$228

Sun 1/183:00 pmCMH - TVC

2 stops8h 12mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 11/21

$233

Sun 1/186:15 amCMH - TVC

3 stops28h 49mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/21

$263

Fri 1/165:44 pmCMH - TVC

1 stop4h 40mUnited Airlines

Deal found 11/21

$269

Thu 1/1512:55 pmCMH - TVC

3 stops29h 52mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/21

$296

Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Traverse City

Round-trip from	$579 (Delta)
One-way from	$184 (Delta)
Popular in	July
Cheapest in	September
Average price	$398

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CMH - TVC

CMHTVC

Columbus

Sun 12/7

8:05 am-11:28 am

1 stop3h 23m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Thu 12/11

6:17 am-9:49 am

1 stop3h 32m

$579

ColumbusTraverse City

CMH - TVC

CMHTVC

Columbus

Fri 1/16

6:05 pm-11:24 am

2 stops17h 19m

$184

ColumbusTraverse City

CMH - TVC

CMHTVC

Columbus

Mon 1/19

8:15 am-11:24 am

1 stop3h 09m

$228

ColumbusTraverse City

CMH - TVC

CMHTVC

Columbus

Thu 1/15

8:15 am-11:24 am

1 stop3h 09m

$228

ColumbusTraverse City

CMH - TVC

CMHTVC

Columbus

Sun 1/18

8:15 am-11:24 am

1 stop3h 09m

$228

ColumbusTraverse City

CMH - TVC

CMHTVC

Columbus

Sun 1/18

3:00 pm-11:12 pm

2 stops8h 12m

$233

ColumbusTraverse City

CMH - TVC

CMHTVC

Columbus

Mon 1/19

1:05 pm-11:12 pm

2 stops10h 07m

$233

ColumbusTraverse City

CMH - TVC

CMHTVC

Columbus

Sat 1/17

8:00 am-5:08 pm

2 stops9h 08m

$233

ColumbusTraverse City

CMH - TVC

CMHTVC

Columbus

Fri 1/16

5:44 pm-10:24 pm

1 stop4h 40m

$269

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What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CMH to TVC?

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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Traverse City

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

7.9

Good

8,000 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Delta

7.9

Good

8,000 reviews

Delta

7.9

Good

8,000 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

United Airlines

7.4

Good

9,036 reviews

Delta

7.9

Good

8,000 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

American Airlines

7.2

Good

11,047 reviews

Delta

7.9

Good

8,000 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

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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 3h 23m. Fly via Delta 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 41% 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.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Columbus to Traverse City

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
United Airlines	Cheapest$129	Average$377	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
Delta	Cheapest$228	Average$421	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
American Airlines	Cheapest$228	Average$308	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%

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