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$115+ Cheap flights from San Francisco to Traverse City (SFO - TVC)

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SFO — TVC
May 5 — May 121
Mon 5/5
Mon 5/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to Traverse City Cherry Capital are usually found in January or September, booked 21 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Traverse City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) 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 April 30, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$259
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$160
(United Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$456
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Traverse City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Traverse City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 30, 2025.

This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/1511:59 pmSFO - TVC
1 stop15h 13mSun Country Air
Fri 6/207:06 pmTVC - SFO
1 stop25h 02mSun Country Air
Deal found 4/28$265
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.
Fri 7/112:25 pmSFO - TVC
1 stop6h 28mDelta
Tue 7/156:00 amTVC - SFO
1 stop7h 25mDelta
Deal found 4/29$289
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.
Sat 8/1611:10 pmSFO - TVC
1 stop12h 17mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/259:09 pmTVC - SFO
1 stop15h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$365
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.
Fri 7/1111:55 pmSFO - TVC
1 stop8h 59mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/152:12 pmTVC - SFO
1 stop8h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$379
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Mon 8/49:10 amSFO - TVC
1 stop6h 26mMultiple Airlines
Fri 8/86:40 pmTVC - SFO
3 stops40h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$442

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 April 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Traverse City that are best for you.

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San Francisco

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Traverse City

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Return

Price

San FranciscoTraverse City

SFO - TVC

SFOTVC

San Francisco

Sun 6/15

11:59 pm-6:12 pm

1 stop15h 13m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Fri 6/20

7:06 pm-5:08 pm

1 stop25h 02m

$265

San FranciscoTraverse City

SFO - TVC

SFOTVC

San Francisco

Fri 7/11

2:25 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop6h 28m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Tue 7/15

6:00 am-10:25 am

1 stop7h 25m

$289

San FranciscoTraverse City

SFO - TVC

SFOTVC

San Francisco

Sat 8/16

11:10 pm-2:27 pm

1 stop12h 17m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Mon 8/25

9:09 pm-9:18 am

1 stop15h 09m

$365

San FranciscoTraverse City

SFO - TVC

SFOTVC

San Francisco

Fri 7/11

11:55 pm-11:54 am

1 stop8h 59m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Tue 7/15

2:12 pm-7:36 pm

1 stop8h 24m

$379

San FranciscoTraverse City

SFO - TVC

SFOTVC

San Francisco

Mon 8/4

9:10 am-6:36 pm

1 stop6h 26m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Fri 8/8

6:40 pm-8:08 am

3 stops40h 28m

$442

San FranciscoTraverse City

SFO - TVC

SFOTVC

San Francisco

Sat 7/5

11:17 pm-11:00 am

1 stop8h 43m

$115

San FranciscoTraverse City

SFO - TVC

SFOTVC

San Francisco

Fri 7/4

12:49 am-12:28 pm

1 stop8h 39m

$139

San FranciscoTraverse City

SFO - TVC

SFOTVC

San Francisco

Thu 6/19

11:59 pm-6:06 pm

1 stop15h 07m

$143

San FranciscoTraverse City

SFO - TVC

SFOTVC

San Francisco

Sat 5/24

9:15 pm-10:57 am

1 stop10h 42m

$160

San FranciscoTraverse City

SFO - TVC

SFOTVC

San Francisco

Sat 6/7

8:44 pm-11:56 am

1 stop12h 12m

$181

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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 Francisco to Traverse City in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
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 San Francisco-Traverse City flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Traverse City flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Traverse City flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-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 Francisco-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 Francisco to Traverse City

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Traverse City from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco to Traverse City, you should look to book at least 21 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Traverse City (average of $328). Flying from San Francisco 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 SFO to TVC?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 April 30, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San Francisco to Traverse City in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 15% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

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 April 30, 2025.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,936 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
JetBlue
7.3
Good
2,922 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco 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 Francisco to Traverse City round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from San Francisco to Traverse City is United Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $259 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Sun Country Air and Delta, starting at $265 and $282 round-trip. Users have found that United Airlines is 51% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $160 on United Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include JetBlue from $181 and Sun Country Air from $188 one-way.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco 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 Francisco to Traverse City.

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Traverse City (average of $328). Flying from San Francisco 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 5 airlines flying from San Francisco to Traverse City

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 April 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$288Average$500FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$297Average$585FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$318Average$646FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Sun Country AirCheapest$325Average$455FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$433Average$608FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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