HomeSearch by dateVacation packagesHotelsFlight dealsCar rentalTravel tips & news
Traverse City

$302+ 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 5/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PDX — TVC
Feb 14 — Feb 211
Sat 2/14
Sat 2/21
1 adult, Economy
We work with more than 300 partners to bring you better travel deals

Find cheap flights from Portland to Traverse City with Cheapflights

1. Tell us where you want to go

Enter your travel information like dates, passengers, trip type (one-way or round trip), and preferred cabin class then click “Find deals”

2. Select your favorite providers

We find the providers serving your travel needs. Choose up to four travel providers to compare side-by-side for flights, hotels, or car rentals.

3. Compare prices and book

Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.

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 January 15, 2026.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$309
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$302
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$374
Provider with most accurate pricing for Portland-Traverse City Cherry Capital flight deals.
Search Deals
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Portland-Traverse City Cherry Capital flights.
Search Deals
From Portland to Traverse City Cherry Capital
Search Deals
One-way flight from Portland to Traverse City Cherry Capital
Search Deals
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($44 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Search Deals
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($18 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Search Deals
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
Search Deals

Find flight deals from Portland to Traverse City

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 January 15, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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.
Wed 2/2511:48 am
PDX
-
TVC
1 stop9h 10m
American Airlines
Mon 3/27:37 pm
TVC
-
PDX
1 stop7h 40m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/15$309
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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.
Mon 2/169:44 pm
PDX
-
TVC
2 stops11h 28m
American Airlines
Mon 2/237:37 pm
TVC
-
PDX
1 stop7h 40m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/14$339
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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 9/411:39 am
PDX
-
TVC
2 stops8h 24m
Delta
Mon 9/72:10 pm
TVC
-
PDX
2 stops12h 24m
Delta
Deal found 1/13$345
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/510:59 pm
PDX
-
TVC
1 stop8h 55m
United Airlines
Mon 6/87:20 am
TVC
-
PDX
1 stop7h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/15$377
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/259:20 am
PDX
-
TVC
2 stops11h 38m
Delta
Mon 3/25:51 pm
TVC
-
PDX
2 stops9h 02m
Delta
Deal found 1/15$403
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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.
Tue 6/307:14 pm
PDX
-
TVC
2 stops11h 25m
Delta
Wed 7/86:00 am
TVC
-
PDX
1 stop7h 44m
Delta
Deal found 1/14$414
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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.
Tue 6/305:25 am
PDX
-
TVC
1 stop7h 53m
American Airlines
Wed 7/87:35 pm
TVC
-
PDX
1 stop7h 12m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/14$432

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Portland 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 January 15, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Portland to Traverse City that are best for you.

Fly from

Portland

Fly to

Traverse City

Route

Depart

Return

Price

PortlandTraverse City

PDX - TVC

PDXTVC

Portland

Wed 2/25

11:40 pm-12:12 pm

2 stops9h 32m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Mon 3/2

7:37 pm-12:17 am

1 stop7h 40m

$314

PortlandTraverse City

PDX - TVC

PDXTVC

Portland

Mon 2/16

9:44 pm-12:12 pm

2 stops11h 28m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Mon 2/23

7:37 pm-12:17 am

1 stop7h 40m

$339

PortlandTraverse City

PDX - TVC

PDXTVC

Portland

Wed 2/25

9:20 am-11:58 pm

2 stops11h 38m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Mon 3/2

5:51 pm-11:53 pm

2 stops9h 02m

$403

PortlandTraverse City

PDX - TVC

PDXTVC

Portland

Tue 6/30

7:14 pm-9:39 am

2 stops11h 25m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Wed 7/8

6:00 am-10:44 am

1 stop7h 44m

$414

PortlandTraverse City

PDX - TVC

PDXTVC

Portland

Tue 6/30

5:25 am-4:18 pm

1 stop7h 53m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Wed 7/8

7:35 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop7h 12m

$432

PortlandTraverse City

PDX - TVC

PDXTVC

Portland

Fri 6/5

9:45 pm-10:37 am

1 stop9h 52m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Mon 6/8

2:10 pm-11:34 pm

2 stops12h 24m

$439

PortlandTraverse City

PDX - TVC

PDXTVC

Portland

Thu 1/29

7:45 am-10:24 pm

2 stops11h 39m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Mon 2/2

7:00 am-11:57 am

1 stop7h 57m

$454

PortlandTraverse City

PDX - TVC

PDXTVC

Portland

Thu 6/4

11:07 am-9:58 pm

1 stop7h 51m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Mon 6/8

7:20 am-11:35 am

1 stop7h 15m

$472

PortlandTraverse City

PDX - TVC

PDXTVC

Portland

Sat 5/9

3:08 pm-3:29 pm

1 stop21h 21m

$302

PortlandTraverse City

PDX - TVC

PDXTVC

Portland

Sat 5/9

8:45 am-10:39 pm

2 stops10h 54m

$345

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 1/14

Showing 1-10 of 13 results
1
2

Compare providers for flights from Portland to Traverse City

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 Portland to Traverse City in January.
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 Portland-Traverse City flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Portland-Traverse City flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Portland-Traverse City flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Portland-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 Portland-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 Portland to Traverse City

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Traverse City from Portland with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

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

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 January 9, 2026.

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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to Traverse City (average of $254). Flying from Portland to Traverse City in December is currently the most expensive (average of $532). 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.

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 January 15, 2026.
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
11,714 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,714 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,714 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading
Delta
7.9
Good
8,048 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,714 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,163 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,714 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,130 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,714 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

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 9h 32m. Fly via American Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance between Portland and Traverse City is about 1787 mi.

  • 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 $288. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are United Airlines, from $293, and Delta, from $308. American Airlines is priced at 40% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to Traverse City (average of $254). Flying from Portland to Traverse City in December is currently the most expensive (average of $532). 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.

See more FAQs

Traveling to a place near Traverse City?

Book flights to Traverse City if you plan to visit one of these locations
Cadillac

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Alternative routes for Portland to Traverse City

See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.
Portland to O'Hare Intl flights
Portland to Detroit flights
Boise to O'Hare Intl flights
Portland to Midway flights
Portland to Grand Rapids flights
Eugene to O'Hare Intl flights
Boise to Midway flights
Boise to Detroit flights
Portland to Marquette flights
Eugene to Midway flights
Boise to Grand Rapids flights
Medford to O'Hare Intl flights
Medford to Detroit flights
Portland to South Bend flights
Redmond to Detroit flights
Portland to Flint flights
Boise to Traverse City flights
Redmond to O'Hare Intl flights
Eugene to Grand Rapids flights
Portland to Bay City flights
Medford to Midway flights
Boise to Bay City flights
Boise to South Bend flights
Portland to Lansing flights
Redmond to Grand Rapids flights
Eugene to Detroit flights
Eugene to Traverse City flights
Redmond to Midway flights
Redmond to Pellston flights
Boise to Flint flights
Eugene to South Bend flights
Portland to Hancock flights
Eugene to Flint flights
Portland to Kalamazoo flights
Portland to Escanaba flights
Yakima to O'Hare Intl flights
Eugene to Muskegon flights
Redmond to Flint flights
Eugene to Lansing flights
North Bend to Grand Rapids flights
Medford to Traverse City flights
Medford to Pellston flights
Redmond to Marquette flights
Redmond to Lansing flights
North Bend to O'Hare Intl flights

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 January 15, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$288Average$458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$293Average$495FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$308Average$413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$594Average$742FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book with Flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.