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$165+ Cheap flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 5/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — TVC
Apr 22 — Apr 291
Tue 4/22
Tue 4/29
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$265
(Sun Country Air)

One-way from

$165
(United Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$453
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Traverse City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco Bay Area to Traverse City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 17, 2025.

This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/1511:59 pmSFO - TVC
1 stop15h 13mSun Country Air
Fri 6/207:06 pmTVC - SFO
1 stop6h 47mSun Country Air
Deal found 4/15$265
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/511:25 pmSFO - TVC
1 stop8h 35mAmerican Airlines
Sun 7/135:10 pmTVC - SFO
1 stop9h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/15$284
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Fri 6/209:35 pmSFO - TVC
1 stop10h 16mDelta
Thu 6/267:28 amTVC - SFO
1 stop8h 47mDelta
Deal found 4/16$289
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Wed 8/2011:00 pmSJC - TVC
1 stop7h 35mDelta
Tue 8/267:30 amTVC - SJC
2 stops12h 22mDelta
Deal found 4/17$303
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 5/1912:10 amSFO - TVC
1 stop7h 58mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/247:05 amTVC - SFO
1 stop7h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/16$308
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/111:48 amSFO - TVC
1 stop9h 28mAlaska Airlines
Mon 5/55:44 pmTVC - SFO
1 stop7h 13mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/16$538
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Thu 5/16:45 pmSJC - TVC
2 stops24h 30mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/53:30 pmTVC - SJC
1 stop8h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/16$592
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Mon 6/1611:24 pmSJC - TVC
1 stop13h 50mAmerican Airlines
Mon 6/235:22 pmTVC - SJC
1 stop20h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/16$619
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Mon 5/1912:39 pmOAK - TVC
2 stops32h 11mDelta
Tue 6/245:54 pmTVC - OAK
2 stops20h 56mDelta
Deal found 4/16$623
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/211:33 pmSJC - TVC
2 stops16h 16mMultiple Airlines
Sat 7/51:36 pmTVC - SJC
3 stops36h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/16$693
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/2010:05 amSJC - TVC
2 stops10h 25mAlaska Airlines
Tue 8/261:25 pmTVC - SJC
2 stops10h 24mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/17$699

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 April 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Traverse City that are best for you.

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San Francisco Bay Area

Fly to

Traverse City

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoTraverse City

SFO - TVC

SFOTVC

San Francisco

Sun 6/15

11:59 pm-6:12 pm

1 stop15h 13m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Fri 6/20

7:06 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop6h 47m

$265

San FranciscoTraverse City

SFO - TVC

SFOTVC

San Francisco

Sat 7/5

11:25 pm-11:00 am

1 stop8h 35m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Sun 7/13

5:10 pm-12:08 am

1 stop9h 58m

$284

San FranciscoTraverse City

SFO - TVC

SFOTVC

San Francisco

Fri 6/20

9:35 pm-10:51 am

1 stop10h 16m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Thu 6/26

7:28 am-1:15 pm

1 stop8h 47m

$289

San JoseTraverse City

SJC - TVC

SJCTVC

San Jose

Wed 8/20

11:00 pm-9:35 am

1 stop7h 35m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Tue 8/26

7:30 am-4:52 pm

2 stops12h 22m

$303

San FranciscoTraverse City

SFO - TVC

SFOTVC

San Francisco

Mon 5/19

12:10 am-11:08 am

1 stop7h 58m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Tue 6/24

7:05 am-11:39 am

1 stop7h 34m

$308

San FranciscoTraverse City

SFO - TVC

SFOTVC

San Francisco

Thu 5/1

11:48 am-12:16 am

1 stop9h 28m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Mon 5/5

5:44 pm-9:57 pm

1 stop7h 13m

$538

San JoseTraverse City

SJC - TVC

SJCTVC

San Jose

Thu 5/1

6:45 pm-10:15 pm

2 stops24h 30m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Mon 5/5

3:30 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop8h 55m

$592

San JoseTraverse City

SJC - TVC

SJCTVC

San Jose

Mon 6/16

11:24 pm-4:14 pm

1 stop13h 50m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Mon 6/23

5:22 pm-10:53 am

1 stop20h 31m

$619

OaklandTraverse City

OAK - TVC

OAKTVC

Oakland

Mon 5/19

12:39 pm-11:50 pm

2 stops32h 11m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Tue 6/24

5:54 pm-11:50 am

2 stops20h 56m

$623

San JoseTraverse City

SJC - TVC

SJCTVC

San Jose

Sat 6/21

1:33 pm-8:49 am

2 stops16h 16m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Sat 7/5

1:36 pm-11:34 pm

3 stops36h 58m

$693

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

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Traverse City

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Traverse City (average of $328). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Traverse City in July is currently the most expensive (average of $520). 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 XIH to TVC?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco Bay Area 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 April 17, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Traverse City as you normally would.

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 April 17, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Delta and United Airlines from San Francisco Bay Area to Traverse City by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,882 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

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
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,882 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,882 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

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
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,882 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

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
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,667 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,882 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

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
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,882 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

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
Sun Country Air
6.9
Okay
349 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,882 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

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

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco Bay Area 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 San Francisco Bay Area?

    Most people fly into Traverse City Cherry Capital (TVC) if they book a flight to Traverse City from San Francisco Bay Area. Cherry Capital is conveniently located just 2.7 mi from Traverse City’s city center.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Traverse City are United Airlines ($165), Sun Country Air ($183), and Delta ($205).

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Traverse City (average of $328). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Traverse City in July is currently the most expensive (average of $520). 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 5 airlines flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Traverse City

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 April 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$246Average$479FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$294Average$592FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$301Average$629FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Sun Country AirCheapest$325Average$455FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$433Average$608FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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