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$184+ Cheap flights from Columbus 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 1/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — TVC
Dec 22 — Dec 291
Mon 12/22
Mon 12/29
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 November 22, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 12/56:20 amCMH - TVC
1 stop5h 08mDelta
Tue 12/95:57 pmTVC - CMH
1 stop6h 05mDelta
Deal found 11/19$259
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 12/57:00 amCMH - TVC
1 stop6h 11mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/94:12 pmTVC - CMH
2 stops6h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/19$264

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 November 22, 2025.

Round-trip from

$259
(Delta)

One-way from

$184
(Delta)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$398
From Columbus to Traverse City Cherry Capital
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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 November 22, 2025.
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ColumbusTraverse City

CMH - TVC

CMHTVC

Columbus

Fri 12/5

6:20 am-11:28 am

1 stop5h 08m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Tue 12/9

5:57 pm-12:02 am

1 stop6h 05m

$259

ColumbusTraverse City

CMH - TVC

CMHTVC

Columbus

Fri 12/5

7:48 am-5:33 pm

2 stops9h 45m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Tue 12/9

1:41 pm-11:09 pm

2 stops9h 28m

$269

ColumbusTraverse City

CMH - TVC

CMHTVC

Columbus

Sat 2/28

6:23 am-11:19 am

1 stop4h 56m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Wed 3/4

6:00 am-9:40 am

1 stop3h 40m

$274

ColumbusTraverse City

CMH - TVC

CMHTVC

Columbus

Sat 2/28

11:42 am-11:56 pm

2 stops12h 14m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Wed 3/4

12:57 pm-5:11 pm

1 stop4h 14m

$329

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

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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 November 22, 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.

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 November 22, 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
7.9
Good
8,002 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

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
8,002 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,002 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,035 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,002 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

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.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,048 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,002 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

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.

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 08m. Fly via Delta or American Airlines to get the fastest option. There are 355 mi between Columbus and Traverse City. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • 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

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 November 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$129Average$377FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$228Average$421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$228Average$308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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