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$153+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Traverse City (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 2/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — TVC
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/176:00 amBWI - TVC
1 stop5h 28mDelta
Wed 12/245:50 pmTVC - BWI
1 stop5h 41mDelta
Deal found 12/16$354
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/176:00 amIAD - TVC
1 stop5h 28mDelta
Wed 12/2412:13 pmTVC - IAD
1 stop5h 25mDelta
Deal found 12/16$543
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Sun 12/217:00 pmDCA - TVC
1 stop4h 24mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/316:38 pmTVC - DCA
1 stop5h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$614
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Mon 12/228:15 amIAD - TVC
1 stop4h 47mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/3112:00 pmTVC - IAD
1 stop5h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$614
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Sun 12/217:00 pmDCA - TVC
1 stop4h 24mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/27:00 amTVC - DCA
1 stop4h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$615
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Mon 12/228:15 amIAD - TVC
1 stop4h 47mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/16:32 pmTVC - IAD
1 stop5h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$615
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Mon 12/223:30 pmDCA - TVC
1 stop4h 41mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/316:38 pmTVC - DCA
1 stop5h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$641
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Mon 12/223:30 pmDCA - TVC
1 stop4h 41mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/27:00 amTVC - DCA
1 stop4h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$642
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Mon 12/223:30 pmDCA - TVC
1 stop4h 41mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/37:00 amTVC - DCA
1 stop4h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$670
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/222:05 pmDCA - TVC
2 stops8h 53mDelta
Wed 12/316:03 amTVC - DCA
2 stops16h 53mDelta
Deal found 12/17$713
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Tue 12/237:00 pmDCA - TVC
1 stop4h 24mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/316:38 pmTVC - DCA
1 stop5h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$716
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Tue 12/231:00 pmIAD - TVC
1 stop4h 57mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/316:38 pmTVC - IAD
1 stop5h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$716

Find flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Traverse City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington, D.C. (WAS) 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 December 18, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$274
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$153
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$456

Good one-way deal

$477 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Washington, D.C. (WAS)-Traverse City Cherry Capital flight deals.
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 20% potential increase in price ($114 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 7% potential price decrease ($33 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Traverse City Cherry Capital.
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. 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 December 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to Traverse City that are best for you.

Fly from

Washington, D.C.

Fly to

Traverse City

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BaltimoreTraverse City

BWI - TVC

BWITVC

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 1/10

10:05 am-3:31 pm

1 stop5h 26m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Thu 1/15

7:00 am-2:11 pm

1 stop7h 11m

$269

BaltimoreTraverse City

BWI - TVC

BWITVC

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 2/6

6:31 pm-11:12 pm

1 stop4h 41m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Sun 2/8

6:15 am-1:56 pm

2 stops7h 41m

$274

BaltimoreTraverse City

BWI - TVC

BWITVC

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 1/10

2:46 pm-11:11 pm

2 stops8h 25m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Thu 1/15

5:49 pm-11:52 pm

1 stop6h 03m

$274

BaltimoreTraverse City

BWI - TVC

BWITVC

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 1/1

11:45 am-5:43 pm

1 stop5h 58m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Mon 1/5

6:13 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop5h 42m

$279

BaltimoreTraverse City

BWI - TVC

BWITVC

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 1/21

1:00 pm-10:18 am

2 stops21h 18m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Fri 1/23

11:54 am-10:41 pm

1 stop10h 47m

$285

BaltimoreTraverse City

BWI - TVC

BWITVC

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 5/10

5:58 pm-11:27 am

1 stop17h 29m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Mon 5/18

12:17 pm-5:03 pm

1 stop28h 46m

$321

BaltimoreTraverse City

BWI - TVC

BWITVC

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 1/7

10:05 am-3:30 pm

1 stop5h 25m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Sat 1/10

4:07 pm-9:21 pm

1 stop5h 14m

$339

Washington, D.C.Traverse City

DCA - TVC

DCATVC

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 1/1

9:36 am-11:52 pm

1 stop14h 16m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Mon 1/5

8:42 pm-11:00 am

1 stop14h 18m

$425

Washington, D.C.Traverse City

IAD - TVC

IADTVC

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 1/7

5:20 pm-1:02 pm

2 stops19h 42m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Sat 1/10

7:00 am-9:08 pm

2 stops14h 08m

$444

Washington, D.C.Traverse City

IAD - TVC

IADTVC

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 1/21

12:40 pm-1:02 pm

2 stops24h 22m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Sat 1/24

7:00 am-9:08 pm

2 stops14h 08m

$444

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Traverse City in December.
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 Washington, D.C.-Traverse City flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Washington, D.C.-Traverse City flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Washington, D.C.-Traverse City flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C.-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 Washington, D.C.-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 Washington, D.C. to Traverse City

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Traverse City from Washington, D.C. with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. to Traverse City

How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Traverse City?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Traverse City. Price data was last updated on December 12, 2025.

Booking 73 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Traverse City?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Traverse City (average of $142). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Traverse City in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). 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 WAS to TVC?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. 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 December 18, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Washington, D.C. to Traverse City in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 23% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

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 December 18, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Washington, D.C. 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.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,005 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,005 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,005 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,091 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,005 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,054 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,005 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Washington, D.C. 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 airport do you fly into for flights to Traverse City from Washington, D.C.?

    Traverse City Cherry Capital (TVC), located 2.7 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Washington, D.C. to Traverse City. 3 airlines have flights to Cherry Capital from Washington, D.C. on a regular basis. Booking flights from Washington, D.C. to Traverse City Cherry Capital should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. per day.

  • How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to Traverse City?

    Departing from Washington, D.C. to Traverse City will take you 4h 41m. The distance between Washington, D.C. and Traverse City is about 597 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Traverse City round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Washington, D.C. to Traverse City round-trip from $147. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is United Airlines. Users have found that American Airlines is 67% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Traverse City?

    While some choose either Baltimore/Washington - Traverse City Cherry Capital or Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Traverse City Cherry Capital, Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Traverse City Cherry Capital is the most popular route from Washington, D.C. to Traverse City.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Traverse City that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Traverse City?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to Traverse City?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Traverse City?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Traverse City (average of $142). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Traverse City in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). 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 Washington, D.C. to Traverse City

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. 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 December 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$147Average$432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$248Average$478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$273Average$402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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