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$454+ Cheap flights from Santa Ana to Traverse City (SNA - TVC)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SNA — TVC
Oct 17 — Oct 241
Fri 10/17
Fri 10/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Santa Ana to Traverse City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Ana (SNA) 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 17, 2025.

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$454
(United Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$449
From Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Traverse City Cherry Capital
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Cheapest flights from Santa Ana to Traverse City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Ana to Traverse City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 17, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Wed 12/242:16 pmSNA - TVC
1 stop6h 08mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/112:00 pmTVC - SNA
1 stop9h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/16$454
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 10/810:23 amSNA - TVC
1 stop9h 01mAmerican Airlines
Thu 10/164:11 pmTVC - SNA
1 stop8h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/17$501
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 12/247:45 amSNA - TVC
1 stop25h 20mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/18:43 pmTVC - SNA
2 stops15h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/16$536
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 12/249:53 amSNA - TVC
2 stops10h 04mDelta
Thu 1/16:03 amTVC - SNA
2 stops9h 16mDelta
Deal found 9/16$538
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Wed 10/86:50 amSNA - TVC
2 stops12h 53mUnited Airlines
Thu 10/163:53 pmTVC - SNA
2 stops23h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/17$543
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Mon 9/2910:39 amSNA - TVC
1 stop9h 04mUnited Airlines
Mon 10/67:10 pmTVC - SNA
2 stops20h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/16$552
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 11/2611:42 amSNA - TVC
1 stop9h 28mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/306:00 amTVC - SNA
1 stop7h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/16$639
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Mon 12/1510:40 amSNA - TVC
1 stop6h 49mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/297:00 amTVC - SNA
1 stop18h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/15$673

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

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Santa Ana

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Traverse City

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Return

Price

Santa AnaTraverse City

SNA - TVC

SNATVC

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 12/24

2:16 pm-11:24 pm

1 stop6h 08m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Thu 1/1

12:00 pm-6:36 pm

1 stop9h 36m

$454

Santa AnaTraverse City

SNA - TVC

SNATVC

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 10/8

10:23 am-10:24 pm

1 stop9h 01m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Thu 10/16

4:11 pm-9:26 pm

1 stop8h 15m

$501

Santa AnaTraverse City

SNA - TVC

SNATVC

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 12/24

7:45 am-12:05 pm

1 stop25h 20m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Thu 1/1

8:43 pm-9:00 am

2 stops15h 17m

$536

Santa AnaTraverse City

SNA - TVC

SNATVC

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 12/24

9:53 am-10:57 pm

2 stops10h 04m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Thu 1/1

6:03 am-12:19 pm

2 stops9h 16m

$538

Santa AnaTraverse City

SNA - TVC

SNATVC

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 10/8

6:50 am-10:43 pm

2 stops12h 53m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Thu 10/16

3:53 pm-12:17 pm

2 stops23h 24m

$543

Santa AnaTraverse City

SNA - TVC

SNATVC

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 9/29

10:39 am-10:43 pm

1 stop9h 04m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Mon 10/6

7:10 pm-12:17 pm

2 stops20h 07m

$552

Santa AnaTraverse City

SNA - TVC

SNATVC

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 11/26

11:42 am-12:10 am

1 stop9h 28m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Sun 11/30

6:00 am-10:50 am

1 stop7h 50m

$639

Santa AnaTraverse City

SNA - TVC

SNATVC

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 12/15

10:40 am-8:29 pm

1 stop6h 49m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Mon 12/29

7:00 am-10:30 pm

1 stop18h 30m

$673

Santa AnaTraverse City

SNA - TVC

SNATVC

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 9/26

6:45 am-5:02 pm

1 stop7h 17m

$465

Santa AnaTraverse City

SNA - TVC

SNATVC

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 9/26

9:20 pm-12:28 pm

2 stops12h 08m

$470

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 9/15

Best time to book a flight from Santa Ana to Traverse City

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Santa Ana to Traverse City

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana to Traverse City (average of $328). Flying from Santa Ana to Traverse City in July is currently the most expensive (average of $473). 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 September 17, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Santa Ana to Traverse City, such as United Airlines and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,926 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kathy,Jun 2024

RDD - SFO

United has consistently been good. Every now and then there is a crew member that should probably retire, but most of them are excellent.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,926 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,926 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kathy,Jun 2024

RDD - SFO

United has consistently been good. Every now and then there is a crew member that should probably retire, but most of them are excellent.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,926 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kathy,Jun 2024

RDD - SFO

United has consistently been good. Every now and then there is a crew member that should probably retire, but most of them are excellent.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana to Traverse City?

    United Airlines, American Airlines, and Delta can get you from Santa Ana to Traverse City in just under 6h 08m. Your travel time can differ by up to 3h 56m. There are 1873 mi between Santa Ana and Traverse City. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Traverse City, with prices starting at $288. Another option worth looking into is United Airlines, starting at $315 round trip. American Airlines is 43% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana to Traverse City?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana to Traverse City (average of $328). Flying from Santa Ana to Traverse City in July is currently the most expensive (average of $473). 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 2 airlines flying from Santa Ana to Traverse City

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Santa Ana 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 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$288Average$461FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$315Average$499FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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