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$247+ Cheap flights from San Diego to Traverse City (SAN - 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 6/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — TVC
may. 5 — may. 121
lun. 5/5
lun. 5/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Diego to Traverse City Cherry Capital are usually found in February or April, booked 86 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Monday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Traverse City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) 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 abril 30, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$277
(Delta)

One-way from

$247
(JetBlue)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$347
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Traverse City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Traverse City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on abril 30, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
sáb. 6/1410:38 pmSAN - TVC
1 stop9h 36mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 6/285:22 pmTVC - SAN
1 stop9h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$289
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
vie. 6/139:40 pmSAN - TVC
2 stops11h 48mDelta
mié. 6/185:54 pmTVC - SAN
1 stop7h 09mDelta
Deal found 4/29$294
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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. 5/1310:59 amSAN - TVC
1 stop8h 16mUnited Airlines
mar. 5/202:17 pmTVC - SAN
1 stop7h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$314
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 6/136:15 amSAN - TVC
2 stops27h 26mMultiple Airlines
mié. 6/189:33 pmTVC - SAN
3 stops28h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$510

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San DiegoTraverse City

SAN - TVC

SANTVC

San Diego

sáb. 6/14

10:38 pm-11:14 am

1 stop9h 36m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

sáb. 6/28

5:22 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop9h 34m

$289

San DiegoTraverse City

SAN - TVC

SANTVC

San Diego

vie. 6/13

9:40 pm-12:28 pm

2 stops11h 48m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

mié. 6/18

5:54 pm-10:03 pm

1 stop7h 09m

$294

San DiegoTraverse City

SAN - TVC

SANTVC

San Diego

mar. 5/13

10:59 am-10:15 pm

1 stop8h 16m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

mar. 5/20

2:17 pm-6:51 pm

1 stop7h 34m

$314

San DiegoTraverse City

SAN - TVC

SANTVC

San Diego

vie. 6/13

6:15 am-12:41 pm

2 stops27h 26m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

mié. 6/18

9:33 pm-11:29 pm

3 stops28h 56m

$510

San DiegoTraverse City

SAN - TVC

SANTVC

San Diego

mié. 6/4

8:25 pm-11:56 am

1 stop12h 31m

$247

San DiegoTraverse City

SAN - TVC

SANTVC

San Diego

vie. 7/11

10:15 pm-9:38 am

1 stop8h 23m

$270

San DiegoTraverse City

SAN - TVC

SANTVC

San Diego

mié. 6/4

8:00 am-10:15 pm

2 stops11h 15m

$320

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Diego to Traverse City in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 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 San Diego-Traverse City flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on San Diego-Traverse City flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Diego-Traverse City flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-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 San Diego-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 San Diego to Traverse City

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to Traverse City

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Traverse City. Price data was last updated on April 25, 2025.

Booking 84 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Diego 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 San Diego to Traverse City?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Traverse City (average of $328). Flying from San Diego to Traverse City in July is currently the most expensive (average of $520). 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 SAN to TVC?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego 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 abril 30, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Diego to Traverse City is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 19% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Diego to Traverse City?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to Traverse City. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to Traverse City flight should consider departing on Sunday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Traverse City by month

Plan your trip to Traverse City by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

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.

Temperature in Traverse City by month

Plan your trip to Traverse City by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

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).

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 abril 30, 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,936 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,936 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,936 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,936 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
JetBlue
7.3
Good
2,922 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,936 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,936 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego 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 are the cheapest airlines flying from San Diego to Traverse City round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from San Diego to Traverse City is Delta. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $277 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are United Airlines and American Airlines, starting at $314 and $349 round-trip. Delta is currently priced 41% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with JetBlue, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $247. Delta flights start at $270 while deals on United Airlines start at $320 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego 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 San Diego to Traverse City?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Traverse City (average of $328). Flying from San Diego to Traverse City in July is currently the most expensive (average of $520). 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 San Diego to Traverse City

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from San Diego 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 abril 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$287Average$526FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$288Average$636FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$288Average$466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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