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$309+ Cheap flights from Sacramento to Traverse City (SMF - 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 5/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — TVC
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to Traverse City

Best flights from Sacramento to Traverse City
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Sacramento to Traverse City that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated December 12, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Sat 5/95:00 amSMF - TVC
1 stop6h 40mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/163:30 pmTVC - SMF
1 stop8h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$309
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Sat 5/911:55 amSMF - TVC
1 stop8h 08mDelta
Sat 5/166:00 amTVC - SMF
2 stops9h 51mDelta
Deal found 12/10$314
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Sat 5/911:55 amSMF - TVC
1 stop8h 08mDelta
Sun 5/176:00 amTVC - SMF
1 stop7h 51mDelta
Deal found 12/10$334
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 1/77:00 amSMF - TVC
1 stop7h 45mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/107:00 amTVC - SMF
1 stop7h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/9$379
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Fri 1/304:03 pmSMF - TVC
2 stops20h 28mUnited Airlines
Mon 2/21:37 pmTVC - SMF
2 stops11h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$492

Find flight deals from Sacramento to Traverse City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sacramento (SMF) 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 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$309
(United Airlines)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$892
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From Sacramento Intl to Traverse City Cherry Capital
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 27% potential increase in price ($208 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($33 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Sacramento 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 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sacramento to Traverse City that are best for you.

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Sacramento

Fly to

Traverse City

Route

Depart

Return

Price

SacramentoTraverse City

SMF - TVC

SMFTVC

Sacramento Intl

Sat 5/9

5:00 am-2:40 pm

1 stop6h 40m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Sat 5/16

3:30 pm-9:01 pm

1 stop8h 31m

$309

SacramentoTraverse City

SMF - TVC

SMFTVC

Sacramento Intl

Sat 5/9

11:55 am-11:03 pm

1 stop8h 08m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Sat 5/16

6:00 am-12:51 pm

2 stops9h 51m

$314

SacramentoTraverse City

SMF - TVC

SMFTVC

Sacramento Intl

Sat 5/9

11:55 am-11:03 pm

1 stop8h 08m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Sun 5/17

6:00 am-10:51 am

1 stop7h 51m

$334

SacramentoTraverse City

SMF - TVC

SMFTVC

Sacramento Intl

Wed 1/7

7:00 am-5:45 pm

1 stop7h 45m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Sat 1/10

7:00 am-11:55 am

1 stop7h 55m

$379

SacramentoTraverse City

SMF - TVC

SMFTVC

Sacramento Intl

Fri 1/30

4:03 pm-3:31 pm

2 stops20h 28m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Mon 2/2

1:37 pm-9:53 pm

2 stops11h 16m

$492

SacramentoTraverse City

SMF - TVC

SMFTVC

Sacramento Intl

Wed 12/31

2:13 pm-11:24 pm

1 stop6h 11m

$353

SacramentoTraverse City

SMF - TVC

SMFTVC

Sacramento Intl

Thu 1/1

7:00 am-5:57 pm

1 stop7h 57m

$398

SacramentoTraverse City

SMF - TVC

SMFTVC

Sacramento Intl

Wed 12/31

6:16 pm-7:32 pm

3 stops46h 16m

$423

SacramentoTraverse City

SMF - TVC

SMFTVC

Sacramento Intl

Wed 12/31

6:00 am-8:09 pm

3 stops11h 09m

$516

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 12/10

Compare providers for flights from Sacramento 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 Sacramento to Traverse City in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 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: When it comes to deals on Sacramento-Traverse City flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Sacramento-Traverse City flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Sacramento-Traverse City flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Sacramento-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 Sacramento-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 Sacramento to Traverse City

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sacramento to Traverse City

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Traverse City (average of $239). Flying from Sacramento to Traverse City in December is currently the most expensive (average of $443). 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 December 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Sacramento 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
9,095 reviews

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

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
9,095 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,095 reviews

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

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
11,050 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,095 reviews

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

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 Sacramento 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 Sacramento to Traverse City?

    United Airlines and Delta can get you from Sacramento to Traverse City in just under 6h 40m. Your travel time can differ by up to 1h 28m. The distance between Sacramento and Traverse City is about 1886 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 Sacramento to Traverse City round-trip?

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($234), and United Airlines ($319) offers the cheapest pricing from Sacramento to Traverse City. American Airlines is 56% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sacramento 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 Sacramento to Traverse City?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Traverse City (average of $239). Flying from Sacramento to Traverse City in December is currently the most expensive (average of $443). 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 Sacramento to Traverse City

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Sacramento 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 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$234Average$494FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$319Average$449FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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