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Cheap flights from California to Traverse City from $243

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7:45 pm - 11:28 amSJC-TVC
12h 43m2 stops
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6:17 am - 3:54 pmTVC-SJC
12h 37m2 stops
$280Delta
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Fri, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 13
American Airlines Logo
6:20 am - 4:31 pmSAN-TVC
7h 11m1 stop
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4:12 pm - 8:45 pmTVC-SAN
7h 33m1 stop
$288American Airlines
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Thu, Nov 27 - Wed, Dec 3
American Airlines Logo
6:20 am - 5:19 pmSAN-TVC
7h 59m1 stop
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5:49 pm - 10:26 pmTVC-SAN
7h 37m1 stop
$289American Airlines
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Fri, Jan 16 - Mon, Jan 19
American Airlines Logo
3:10 pm - 12:18 amLAX-TVC
6h 08m1 stop
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6:00 am - 11:27 amTVC-LAX
8h 27m1 stop
$289American Airlines
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Tue, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 17
United Airlines Logo
8:10 am - 10:24 pmSAN-TVC
11h 14m2 stops
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7:00 am - 11:48 amTVC-SAN
7h 48m1 stop
$310United Airlines
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Fri, Jan 16 - Mon, Jan 19
United Airlines Logo
12:25 am - 11:05 amLAX-TVC
7h 40m1 stop
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6:26 pm - 10:55 pmTVC-LAX
7h 29m1 stop
$324United Airlines
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Sun, Nov 16 - Mon, Dec 8
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:50 pm - 10:16 amSAN-TVC
12h 26m2 stops
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10:40 am - 8:06 pmTVC-SAN
12h 26m2 stops
$479Alaska Airlines
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Tue, Apr 14 - Mon, Apr 20
Alaska Airlines Logo
8:10 am - 11:56 pmSJC-TVC
12h 46m2 stops
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12:20 pm - 10:03 pmTVC-SJC
12h 43m2 stops
$539Alaska Airlines
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Fri, Mar 6 - Tue, Mar 10
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:59 pm - 6:57 pmLAX-TVC
15h 58m2 stops
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10:47 am - 7:19 pmTVC-LAX
35h 32m3 stops
$824Multiple Airlines
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Sun, Dec 21 - Mon, Dec 29
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9:20 pm - 6:57 pmLAX-TVC
18h 37m3 stops
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10:47 am - 7:19 pmTVC-LAX
35h 32m3 stops
$872Multiple Airlines
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Sun, Dec 21 - Mon, Dec 29

United Airlines flights from California to Traverse City

Our best United Airlines deals on California to Traverse City flight tickets
United Airlines
Jan 16
SAN8:10 amSan Diego
11h 14m
2 stops
TVC10:24 pmTraverse City Cherry Capital
Jan 19
TVC7:00 amTraverse City Cherry Capital
7h 48m
1 stop
SAN11:48 amSan Diego
$310
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United Airlines
Nov 16
LAX12:25 amLos Angeles
7h 40m
1 stop
TVC11:05 amTraverse City Cherry Capital
Dec 8
TVC6:26 pmTraverse City Cherry Capital
7h 29m
1 stop
LAX10:55 pmLos Angeles
$324
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United Airlines
Apr 17
SAN10:51 amSan Diego
8h 07m
1 stop
TVC9:58 pmTraverse City Cherry Capital
Apr 25
TVC11:43 amTraverse City Cherry Capital
6h 47m
1 stop
SAN3:30 pmSan Diego
$379
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American Airlines flights from California to Traverse City

Our best American Airlines deals on California to Traverse City flight tickets
American Airlines
Nov 27
SAN6:20 amSan Diego
7h 11m
1 stop
TVC4:31 pmTraverse City Cherry Capital
Dec 3
TVC4:12 pmTraverse City Cherry Capital
7h 33m
1 stop
SAN8:45 pmSan Diego
$288
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American Airlines
Jan 16
SAN6:20 amSan Diego
7h 59m
1 stop
TVC5:19 pmTraverse City Cherry Capital
Jan 19
TVC5:49 pmTraverse City Cherry Capital
7h 37m
1 stop
SAN10:26 pmSan Diego
$289
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American Airlines
Dec 2
LAX3:10 pmLos Angeles
6h 08m
1 stop
TVC12:18 amTraverse City Cherry Capital
Dec 17
TVC6:00 amTraverse City Cherry Capital
12h 31m
2 stops
LAX3:31 pmLos Angeles
$294
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Customize your flight search to find flights from California 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, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated November 4, 2025.
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Price

San JoseTraverse City

SJC - TVC

SJCTVC

San Jose

Fri 12/5

7:45 pm-11:28 am

2 stops12h 43m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Sat 12/13

6:17 am-3:54 pm

2 stops12h 37m

$280

San DiegoTraverse City

SAN - TVC

SANTVC

San Diego

Thu 11/27

6:20 am-4:31 pm

1 stop7h 11m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Wed 12/3

4:12 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop7h 33m

$288

San DiegoTraverse City

SAN - TVC

SANTVC

San Diego

Fri 1/16

6:20 am-5:19 pm

1 stop7h 59m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Mon 1/19

5:49 pm-10:26 pm

1 stop7h 37m

$289

Los AngelesTraverse City

LAX - TVC

LAXTVC

Los Angeles

Tue 12/2

3:10 pm-12:18 am

1 stop6h 08m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Wed 12/17

6:00 am-11:27 am

1 stop8h 27m

$289

San DiegoTraverse City

SAN - TVC

SANTVC

San Diego

Fri 1/16

8:10 am-10:24 pm

2 stops11h 14m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Mon 1/19

7:00 am-11:48 am

1 stop7h 48m

$310

Los AngelesTraverse City

LAX - TVC

LAXTVC

Los Angeles

Sun 11/16

12:25 am-11:05 am

1 stop7h 40m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Mon 12/8

6:26 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop7h 29m

$324

San DiegoTraverse City

SAN - TVC

SANTVC

San Diego

Tue 4/14

6:50 pm-10:16 am

2 stops12h 26m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Mon 4/20

10:40 am-8:06 pm

2 stops12h 26m

$479

San JoseTraverse City

SJC - TVC

SJCTVC

San Jose

Fri 3/6

8:10 am-11:56 pm

2 stops12h 46m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Tue 3/10

12:20 pm-10:03 pm

2 stops12h 43m

$539

Los AngelesTraverse City

LAX - TVC

LAXTVC

Los Angeles

Sun 12/21

11:59 pm-6:57 pm

2 stops15h 58m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Mon 12/29

10:47 am-7:19 pm

3 stops35h 32m

$824

Los AngelesTraverse City

LAX - TVC

LAXTVC

Los Angeles

Sun 12/21

9:20 pm-6:57 pm

3 stops18h 37m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Mon 12/29

10:47 am-7:19 pm

3 stops35h 32m

$872

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Traverse City?

In general, November is the cheapest month to fly from California to Traverse City. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $399. If you don’t want to visit Traverse City in November, then you should wait until September to fly from California, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $453.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Traverse City?

The cheapest day to depart from California to Traverse City is on a Monday. Travelers who choose to depart for Traverse City on a Monday will often find tickets for as low as $444. Flights from California to Traverse City on a Thursday will generally be more expensive and average around $584. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Traverse City?

Our data shows that the cheapest California to Traverse City flights are usually those with departure times in the evening. Our users have found flights to Traverse City in the evening for as low as $523. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Traverse City is in the morning when prices are around $567.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Traverse City?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Traverse City from California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Traverse City for around $607 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Traverse City from California for as low as $354 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on California to Traverse City flights?

You could potentially save up to 48% on your flight if you consider stops on a California to Traverse City flight.

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    Prices for flights from California to Traverse City Cherry Capital Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Traverse City Cherry Capital Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from California to Traverse City Cherry Capital Airport?

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Traverse City Cherry Capital Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Traverse City Cherry Capital Airport?

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Traverse City Cherry Capital Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Traverse City Cherry Capital Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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American AirlinesPriceFrom $234Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,038 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $279Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,002 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $288Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,998 reviews
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Sun Country AirPriceFrom $315Free CancellationRating
6.9
335 reviews
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