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$223+ Cheap flights from San Francisco to Traverse City (SFO - 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 7/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — TVC
Feb 28 — Mar 71
Sat 2/28
Sat 3/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Traverse City

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 January 29, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 4/286:00 am
SFO
-
TVC
1 stop6h 29m
American Airlines
Tue 5/57:37 pm
TVC
-
SFO
1 stop7h 17m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/27$289
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/266:00 am
SFO
-
TVC
1 stop8h 02m
American Airlines
Sat 3/145:42 pm
TVC
-
SFO
1 stop9h 02m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/28$324
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Tue 5/1912:45 am
SFO
-
TVC
1 stop7h 08m
United Airlines
Wed 5/272:19 pm
TVC
-
SFO
1 stop7h 28m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/27$340
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/2010:55 pm
SFO
-
TVC
1 stop9h 33m
Delta
Thu 4/3012:10 pm
TVC
-
SFO
1 stop9h 53m
Delta
Deal found 1/28$354
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 4/207:45 pm
SFO
-
TVC
2 stops13h 22m
American Airlines
Thu 4/304:02 pm
TVC
-
SFO
1 stop9h 02m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/27$374
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Mon 6/159:06 am
SFO
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TVC
1 stop6h 10m
Sun Country Air
Fri 6/197:06 pm
TVC
-
SFO
1 stop6h 43m
Sun Country Air
Deal found 1/27$375
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Thu 7/911:45 pm
SFO
-
TVC
1 stop6h 54m
Delta
Thu 7/162:10 pm
TVC
-
SFO
1 stop9h 12m
Delta
Deal found 1/27$384
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Thu 7/1611:59 pm
SFO
-
TVC
1 stop15h 12m
Sun Country Air
Mon 7/207:18 pm
TVC
-
SFO
1 stop24h 55m
Sun Country Air
Deal found 1/28$385
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/286:00 am
SFO
-
TVC
1 stop8h 02m
American Airlines
Sat 3/147:32 pm
TVC
-
SFO
1 stop7h 12m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/28$404

Find 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 January 29, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$289
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$223
(Booking.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$454
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 January 29, 2026.
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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San FranciscoTraverse City

SFO - TVC

SFOTVC

San Francisco

Wed 3/11

12:30 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop8h 28m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Tue 3/17

7:32 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop7h 12m

$289

San FranciscoTraverse City

SFO - TVC

SFOTVC

San Francisco

Tue 4/28

11:35 pm-12:07 pm

1 stop9h 32m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Tue 5/5

12:37 pm-5:49 pm

1 stop8h 12m

$289

San FranciscoTraverse City

SFO - TVC

SFOTVC

San Francisco

Mon 4/20

10:55 pm-11:28 am

1 stop9h 33m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Thu 4/30

12:10 pm-7:03 pm

1 stop9h 53m

$324

San FranciscoTraverse City

SFO - TVC

SFOTVC

San Francisco

Thu 2/26

6:00 am-5:02 pm

1 stop8h 02m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Sat 3/14

5:42 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop9h 02m

$324

San FranciscoTraverse City

SFO - TVC

SFOTVC

San Francisco

Tue 5/19

12:45 am-10:53 am

1 stop7h 08m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Wed 5/27

2:19 pm-6:47 pm

1 stop7h 28m

$340

San FranciscoTraverse City

SFO - TVC

SFOTVC

San Francisco

Mon 6/15

9:06 am-6:16 pm

1 stop6h 10m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Fri 6/19

7:06 pm-10:49 pm

1 stop6h 43m

$375

San FranciscoTraverse City

SFO - TVC

SFOTVC

San Francisco

Thu 7/9

11:45 pm-9:39 am

1 stop6h 54m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Thu 7/16

2:10 pm-8:22 pm

1 stop9h 12m

$384

San FranciscoTraverse City

SFO - TVC

SFOTVC

San Francisco

Thu 7/16

11:59 pm-6:11 pm

1 stop15h 12m

$223

San FranciscoTraverse City

SFO - TVC

SFOTVC

San Francisco

Tue 7/14

11:53 pm-11:26 am

1 stop8h 33m

$343

San FranciscoTraverse City

SFO - TVC

SFOTVC

San Francisco

Wed 2/4

5:45 am-5:08 pm

1 stop8h 23m

$528

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Compare providers for flights from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Traverse City in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice 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 FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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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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 January 23, 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco to Traverse City, you should look to book at least 65 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Traverse City (average of $234). Flying from San Francisco to Traverse City in December is currently the most expensive (average of $448). 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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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 29, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Francisco to Traverse City, such as Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,127 reviews

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

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
7.9
Good
8,127 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,127 reviews

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

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
9,215 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,127 reviews

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

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
11,206 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,127 reviews

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

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
Sun Country Air
6.9
Okay
343 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,127 reviews

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

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 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.

  • How long is the flight from San Francisco to Traverse City?

    American Airlines can get you from San Francisco to Traverse City in just under 8h 28m. Your travel time can differ by up to . The distance from San Francisco to Traverse City is about 1956 mi.

  • 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 American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $288 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and Sun Country Air, starting at $288 and $325 round-trip. Users have found that American Airlines is 43% 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 $125 on Sun Country Air. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $158 and Delta from $168 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Traverse City (average of $234). Flying from San Francisco to Traverse City in December is currently the most expensive (average of $448). 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 San Francisco to Traverse City

Discover the top 4 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 January 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$288Average$425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$288Average$487FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Sun Country AirCheapest$325Average$405FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
United AirlinesCheapest$356Average$592FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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