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$249+ Cheap flights from Portland to Traverse City (PDX - 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 1/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PDX — TVC
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Portland to Traverse City Cherry Capital are usually found in January or April, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Portland to Traverse City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Portland (PDX) 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 September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$289
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$249
(United Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$531
From Portland to Traverse City Cherry Capital
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Cheapest flights from Portland to Traverse City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Portland to Traverse City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Sat 10/115:00 amPDX - TVC
1 stop6h 22mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/1811:47 amTVC - PDX
1 stop9h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/11$289
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 11/1111:59 pmPDX - TVC
2 stops13h 30mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/1812:52 pmTVC - PDX
2 stops11h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$299
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 11/1111:15 pmPDX - TVC
1 stop9h 16mDelta
Tue 11/185:55 pmTVC - PDX
1 stop7h 10mDelta
Deal found 9/11$314
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 9/2612:45 amPDX - TVC
1 stop8h 43mDelta
Wed 10/16:00 amTVC - PDX
1 stop7h 19mDelta
Deal found 9/9$339
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 10/1011:58 pmPDX - TVC
1 stop12h 42mAmerican Airlines
Mon 10/139:04 pmTVC - PDX
1 stop15h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/11$349
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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.
Fri 12/1210:50 amPDX - TVC
1 stop8h 07mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/139:00 amTVC - PDX
2 stops12h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/8$356

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Portland to Traverse City that are best for you.

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Portland

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Traverse City

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Return

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PortlandTraverse City

PDX - TVC

PDXTVC

Portland

Sat 10/11

5:00 am-2:22 pm

1 stop6h 22m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Sat 10/18

11:47 am-6:31 pm

1 stop9h 44m

$289

PortlandTraverse City

PDX - TVC

PDXTVC

Portland

Thu 10/30

11:39 am-10:50 pm

1 stop8h 11m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Sun 11/2

5:20 am-9:29 am

1 stop7h 09m

$289

PortlandTraverse City

PDX - TVC

PDXTVC

Portland

Tue 11/11

11:59 pm-4:29 pm

2 stops13h 30m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Tue 11/18

12:52 pm-9:23 pm

2 stops11h 31m

$299

PortlandTraverse City

PDX - TVC

PDXTVC

Portland

Tue 11/11

11:15 pm-11:31 am

1 stop9h 16m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Tue 11/18

5:55 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$314

PortlandTraverse City

PDX - TVC

PDXTVC

Portland

Thu 11/13

11:15 pm-11:31 am

1 stop9h 16m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Wed 11/19

5:55 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$314

PortlandTraverse City

PDX - TVC

PDXTVC

Portland

Fri 9/26

12:45 am-12:28 pm

1 stop8h 43m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Wed 10/1

6:00 am-10:19 am

1 stop7h 19m

$339

PortlandTraverse City

PDX - TVC

PDXTVC

Portland

Wed 1/7

6:00 am-5:04 pm

1 stop8h 04m

$249

PortlandTraverse City

PDX - TVC

PDXTVC

Portland

Wed 1/7

10:47 am-10:12 pm

1 stop8h 25m

$249

PortlandTraverse City

PDX - TVC

PDXTVC

Portland

Wed 1/7

7:45 pm-11:33 am

2 stops12h 48m

$254

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Best time to book a flight from Portland to Traverse City

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Portland to Traverse City?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Portland to Traverse City. Price data was last updated on August 29, 2025.

Booking 90 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Portland to Traverse City. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to Traverse City (average of $328). Flying from Portland to Traverse City in July is currently the most expensive (average of $474). 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 PDX to TVC?

Find hourly flight availability from Portland 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 September 11, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Portland to Traverse City in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 25% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Portland 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 September 11, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines from Portland 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Portland to Traverse City. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Portland to Traverse City in 6h 22m. Fly via United Airlines, Delta, or American Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance between Portland and Traverse City is about 1787 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Portland to Traverse City round-trip from $238. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $288, and United Airlines, from $318. Delta is priced at 53% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    $249 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from American Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on United Airlines and Delta, with prices starting from $249 and $254, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to Traverse City (average of $328). Flying from Portland to Traverse City in July is currently the most expensive (average of $474). 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 4 airlines flying from Portland to Traverse City

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Portland 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$238Average$372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$288Average$459FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$318Average$536FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$524Average$711FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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