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$148+ Cheap flights from Traverse City (TVC) to San Francisco Bay Area

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$148
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Cheapest flights from Traverse City to San Francisco Bay Area
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Traverse City to San Francisco Bay Area. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on enero 29, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
mié. 3/125:35 pmTVC - SFO
1 stop8h 39mAmerican Airlines
mié. 4/165:05 amSFO - TVC
1 stop16h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/29$332
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
mié. 3/126:10 amTVC - SFO
2 stops11h 59mDelta
mié. 4/166:05 amSFO - TVC
2 stops13h 59mDelta
Deal found 1/29$384
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.
sáb. 2/157:15 amTVC - SJC
1 stop7h 40mUnited Airlines
jue. 2/206:20 amSJC - TVC
1 stop6h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/27$419
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 3/127:00 amTVC - SFO
1 stop9h 39mUnited Airlines
mar. 4/1512:08 amSFO - TVC
1 stop19h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/29$452
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.
sáb. 2/1512:06 pmTVC - SJC
2 stops12h 58mDelta
jue. 2/206:20 amSJC - TVC
2 stops13h 36mDelta
Deal found 1/27$509
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.
mar. 5/202:40 pmTVC - SJC
2 stops11h 12mAmerican Airlines
mar. 6/37:16 pmSJC - TVC
2 stops11h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/28$629
This Alaska 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 5/1810:40 amTVC - SJC
2 stops11h 37mAlaska Airlines
sáb. 5/316:00 pmSJC - TVC
2 stops13h 12mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/28$1,025
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
lun. 2/36:00 amTVC - OAK
2 stops9h 30mDelta
lun. 2/106:00 amOAK - TVC
2 stops8h 10mDelta
Deal found 1/29$1,769

Find flights from Traverse City to San Francisco Bay Area within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Traverse City to San Francisco Bay Area 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 enero 29, 2025.

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Traverse CitySan Francisco

TVC - SFO

TVCSFO

Traverse City Cherry Capital

sáb. 2/15

6:00 am-11:25 am

1 stop8h 25m

San Francisco

jue. 2/20

12:35 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop7h 21m

$293

Traverse CitySan Francisco

TVC - SFO

TVCSFO

Traverse City Cherry Capital

mié. 3/12

5:35 pm-11:14 pm

1 stop8h 39m

San Francisco

mié. 4/16

5:05 am-12:13 am

1 stop16h 08m

$332

Traverse CitySan Jose

TVC - SJC

TVCSJC

Traverse City Cherry Capital

sáb. 2/15

7:15 am-11:55 am

1 stop7h 40m

San Jose

jue. 2/20

6:20 am-4:04 pm

1 stop6h 44m

$419

Traverse CitySan Francisco

TVC - SFO

TVCSFO

Traverse City Cherry Capital

mié. 3/12

7:00 am-1:39 pm

1 stop9h 39m

San Francisco

mar. 4/15

12:08 am-10:29 pm

1 stop19h 21m

$452

Traverse CitySan Jose

TVC - SJC

TVCSJC

Traverse City Cherry Capital

sáb. 2/15

12:06 pm-10:04 pm

2 stops12h 58m

San Jose

jue. 2/20

6:20 am-10:56 pm

2 stops13h 36m

$509

Traverse CitySan Jose

TVC - SJC

TVCSJC

Traverse City Cherry Capital

mar. 5/20

2:40 pm-10:52 pm

2 stops11h 12m

San Jose

mar. 6/3

7:16 pm-10:12 am

2 stops11h 56m

$629

Traverse CitySan Jose

TVC - SJC

TVCSJC

Traverse City Cherry Capital

dom. 5/18

10:40 am-7:17 pm

2 stops11h 37m

San Jose

sáb. 5/31

6:00 pm-10:12 am

2 stops13h 12m

$1,025

Traverse CitySan Francisco

TVC - SFO

TVCSFO

Traverse City Cherry Capital

lun. 7/28

7:35 pm-5:26 pm

1 stop24h 51m

$148

Traverse CitySan Francisco

TVC - SFO

TVCSFO

Traverse City Cherry Capital

sáb. 3/8

6:40 am-3:10 pm

1 stop11h 30m

$264

Traverse CitySan Jose

TVC - SJC

TVCSJC

Traverse City Cherry Capital

sáb. 7/19

5:50 pm-9:51 pm

1 stop7h 01m

$380

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Best time to book a flight from Traverse City to San Francisco Bay Area

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Travel insights for flights from Traverse City to San Francisco Bay Area

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Traverse City to San Francisco Bay Area including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Traverse City to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $276). Flying from Traverse City to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $405). 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 TVC to XIH?

Find hourly flight availability from Traverse City to San Francisco Bay Area. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated enero 29, 2025.

When flying from Traverse City to San Francisco Bay Area, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in San Francisco Bay Area by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco Bay Area by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco Bay Area ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco Bay Area when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco Bay Area by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco Bay Area by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco Bay Area, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco Bay Area

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 San Francisco Bay Area. Reviews last updated enero 29, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Delta and United Airlines from Traverse City to San Francisco Bay Area. 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,688 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,688 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,688 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,456 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,688 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,922 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,688 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,688 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Sun Country Air
7.0
Good
386 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,688 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Traverse City to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 from for flights from Traverse City to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Traverse City Cherry Capital (TVC) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Traverse City to San Francisco Bay Area. It is only a 2.7 mi journey to Cherry Capital (TVC) from Traverse City’s city center.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Sun Country Air, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $148. However, be on the lookout for offers from Delta and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Traverse City to San Francisco Bay Area for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Traverse City to San Francisco Bay Area?

    The most popular flight routes from Traverse City to San Francisco Bay Area are Traverse City Cherry Capital - San Francisco, Traverse City Cherry Capital - San Jose and Traverse City Cherry Capital - Oakland.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Traverse City to San Francisco Bay Area?

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Traverse City to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $276). Flying from Traverse City to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $405). 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 Traverse City to San Francisco Bay Area

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Traverse City to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 enero 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$262Average$467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$276Average$395FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$358Average$546FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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