Traverse City

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— TVC
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Flights to Traverse City in 2025

Find the latest flights to Traverse City in 2025, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches and data was last updated on March 26, 2025.

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$488

Round-trip from

$199

One-way from

$134

Good round-trip deal

$259 or less

Good one-way deal

$248 or less
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price ($88 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($13 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
From New York to Traverse City Cherry Capital
One-way flight from New York to Traverse City Cherry Capital (TVC)
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from New York to Traverse City Cherry Capital.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from New York to Traverse City Cherry Capital.

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Cheapest flights to Traverse City
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Traverse City. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on March 26, 2025.

Tue 4/223:55 pmJFK - TVC
1 stop5h 13mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/292:40 pmTVC - JFK
1 stop5h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/25$199
Tue 4/223:25 pmLGA - TVC
1 stop7h 04mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/294:48 pmTVC - LGA
1 stop4h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/25$199
Wed 4/91:42 pmEWR - TVC
2 stops28h 23mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/136:55 pmTVC - EWR
1 stop15h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/25$229
Tue 4/224:55 pmEWR - TVC
1 stop5h 34mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/294:48 pmTVC - EWR
1 stop6h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/25$248
Sat 5/32:00 pmEWR - TVC
1 stop7h 08mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/75:44 pmTVC - EWR
1 stop4h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/25$254
Tue 5/66:00 pmLGA - TVC
1 stop6h 28mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/102:40 pmTVC - LGA
1 stop5h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/25$257
Tue 8/199:10 amLGA - TVC
Nonstop2h 17mDelta
Sat 8/235:50 pmTVC - LGA
1 stop5h 14mDelta
Deal found 3/24$298
Tue 8/1912:59 pmJFK - TVC
1 stop10h 54mDelta
Sat 8/235:50 pmTVC - JFK
1 stop5h 29mDelta
Deal found 3/24$331
Sat 5/2411:55 amLGA - TVC
1 stop21h 14mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/266:15 pmTVC - LGA
2 stops20h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/25$348
Tue 4/294:30 pmEWR - TVC
1 stop6h 17mDelta
Wed 4/305:55 pmTVC - EWR
1 stop5h 04mDelta
Deal found 3/25$351
Fri 7/1111:29 amJFK - TVC
1 stop7h 07mSun Country Air
Fri 7/187:35 pmTVC - JFK
1 stop14h 56mSun Country Air
Deal found 3/25$425
Fri 7/1811:41 amEWR - TVC
1 stop6h 55mSun Country Air
Mon 7/217:35 pmTVC - EWR
1 stop15h 07mSun Country Air
Deal found 3/24$425

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

New YorkTraverse City

JFK - TVC

JFKTVC

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 4/22

3:55 pm-9:08 pm

1 stop5h 13m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Tue 4/29

2:40 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop5h 50m

$199

New YorkTraverse City

LGA - TVC

LGATVC

New York LaGuardia

Tue 4/22

3:25 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop7h 04m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Tue 4/29

4:48 pm-9:18 pm

1 stop4h 30m

$199

NewarkTraverse City

EWR - TVC

EWRTVC

Newark

Wed 4/9

1:42 pm-6:05 pm

2 stops28h 23m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Sun 4/13

6:55 pm-10:24 am

1 stop15h 29m

$229

NewarkTraverse City

EWR - TVC

EWRTVC

Newark

Tue 4/22

4:55 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop5h 34m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Tue 4/29

4:48 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop6h 47m

$248

NewarkTraverse City

EWR - TVC

EWRTVC

Newark

Sat 5/3

2:00 pm-9:08 pm

1 stop7h 08m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Wed 5/7

5:44 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop4h 46m

$254

New YorkTraverse City

LGA - TVC

LGATVC

New York LaGuardia

Tue 5/6

6:00 pm-12:28 am

1 stop6h 28m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Sat 5/10

2:40 pm-8:02 pm

1 stop5h 22m

$257

New YorkTraverse City

LGA - TVC

LGATVC

New York LaGuardia

Sat 5/24

11:55 am-9:09 am

1 stop21h 14m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Mon 5/26

6:15 pm-2:18 pm

2 stops20h 03m

$348

New YorkTraverse City

JFK - TVC

JFKTVC

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 5/3

4:15 pm-10:22 pm

1 stop6h 07m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Tue 5/6

5:55 pm-11:23 pm

1 stop5h 28m

$351

NewarkTraverse City

EWR - TVC

EWRTVC

Newark

Tue 4/29

4:30 pm-10:47 pm

1 stop6h 17m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Wed 4/30

5:55 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop5h 04m

$351

New YorkTraverse City

LGA - TVC

LGATVC

New York LaGuardia

Tue 4/29

5:00 pm-10:47 pm

1 stop5h 47m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Sat 5/3

6:00 am-11:49 am

1 stop5h 49m

$351

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ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 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: Out of all of the providers offering Traverse City flight deals, Cheapflights users have found FlightHub to have the most accurate pricing on Cheapflights vs. their site about >95% of the time, users can find the same price on Traverse City flight deals on Cheapflights and FlightHub. This is based on searches made for Traverse City flights over the past month.
  • Most trusted provider: FlightHub is the most trusted provider by Cheapflights users offering Traverse City flight deals. With a user feedback rating of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), FlightHub has received the most positive sentiment from Cheapflights users searching for flights to Traverse City. This is based on data collected from Cheapflights searches made over the past month.

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Traverse City

When is the best time to book a flight to Traverse City?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New York to Traverse City. Price data was last updated on March 21, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight to Traverse City may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 70 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

How long is the flight to Traverse City?

On average, a flight from New York to Traverse City takes 5 hours 53 minutes. Flights to Traverse City from other popular cities in USA will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Traverse City?

The cheapest airlines flying from New York to Traverse City are American Airlines, United Airlines and Delta.

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 March 26, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Delta and United Airlines to Traverse City have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

FAQs about flying to Traverse City

Traverse City is a relatively small city in Michigan that isn’t even 10 square miles big. But it’s part of the Traverse City micropolitan area, which is one of the largest micropolitan areas in the whole country. It stretches out over more than 4,500 square miles. This helps explain why the Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) is so accessible. It offers non-stop flights to almost 20 cities throughout the U.S. through airlines like American Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines, and it also has flights from across the country landing at it every day. If you’re planning to visit any portion of the Traverse City micropolitan area, think about booking a flight to TVC and going from there.

If you would like to make your way to Cherry Capital Airport, Chicago is one of the best places to do it from. You can take non-stop flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to TVC and get there in just over 1 hour. Otherwise, you will need to plan to make at least one stop between most other airports and TVC. It’ll just be a matter of trying to track down one-stop flights that don’t have layovers that are too long. Flying from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to TVC, for example, will call for you to make a stop at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) on the way, but you might still be able to get to TVC within about 5 hours. You can get to TVC at around the same time by taking a one-stop flight from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) with a layover at DTW.

Unless you’ll be staying right in Traverse City after flying from your city to Cherry Capital Airport, (TVC) you’ll likely need to drive from TVC to wherever you’ll be visiting in the Traverse City micropolitan area. To make this possible, you may want to explore the idea of renting a car when you arrive in Traverse City. Fortunately, several car rental agencies, including Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Hertz, and National all have pickup locations right at TVC for your convenience.

  • What should I pack for a flight to Traverse City?

    If you happen to be visiting Traverse City in June, July, or August, warm-weather clothing like tank tops, shorts, and sandals will all be must-have items in your luggage. The temperatures tend to get up into the 70s, 80s, and sometimes even the 90s in the summertime. But those visiting Traverse City at other times of the year should prepare for colder temperatures that will drop down into the 40s, 30s, and 20s at times. It also rains a lot in Traverse City with the city getting up to 13 days of rain on average in some months. That might be reason enough to pack a pair of rain boots and an umbrella in your luggage.

  • What are some things to do in Traverse City?

    When the weather allows it, there are tons of things you can do outside when you visit Traverse City. From climbing on the dunes at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore to walking around at the Bowers Harbor Vineyards, you’ll be able to enjoy Mother Nature at her best in Traverse City. You can also walk around at The Village at Grand Traverse Commons, a mental asylum-turned-shopping plaza, or take in all the culture you can handle at the Interlochen Center for the Arts.

  • Can I take public transportation from Cherry Capital Airport to Traverse City?

    The simplest way to get from Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) to the center of Traverse City is by renting a car or calling a ridesharing service. But you’ll also have the option to take public transportation when you want to go from TVC to Traverse City. There is a bus stop right near TVC that will put you on the 14 route towards Acme to Traverse City. Take it to the Hall St. Transfer Station - Route 14 before getting off and walking about half a mile to Traverse City.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Traverse City?

    Traverse City Cherry Capital (TVC), located 2.7 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights to Traverse City.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Traverse City if I am willing to have layovers?

    Yes, flights with layovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Traverse City on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Traverse City?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Allegiant Air is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Traverse City.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Traverse City?

    Traverse City Cherry Capital is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Traverse City. One-way flights to Traverse City Cherry Capital typically cost $48, while round-trip flights cost around $73.

  • How much is a round-trip flight to Traverse City?

    A round-trip flight to Traverse City will typically cost around $218, however they can be found for as little as $73.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Traverse City depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Traverse City, Detroit offers the quickest one-way flight (1 hour 0 minutes).

  • Does Traverse City Cherry Capital have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Traverse City Cherry Capital can take advantage of the rental car services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Traverse City Cherry Capital?

    Yes. Traverse City Cherry Capital has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Cozy 2BR - Heated Bath Floors - Close To town is the closest property to Traverse City Cherry Capital (0.0 mi away from Traverse City Cherry Capital).

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