Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Los Angeles to Traverse City?

Flights connecting via Chicago (ORD) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 8h 19m.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Los Angeles and Traverse City?

Charlotte (CLT) was the most common stop: 67% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Los Angeles to Traverse City?

Flights via Chicago (ORD) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $636.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Los Angeles to Traverse City?

Chicago (ORD) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 2h 15m.

What airlines fly to Traverse City?

American Airlines, United Airlines and Delta are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Traverse City from Los Angeles according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 41% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Traverse City. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Traverse City on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Traverse City Cherry Capital Airport?

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

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

As of February 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Traverse City Cherry Capital Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Los Angeles Airport to Traverse City Cherry Capital Airport?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Los Angeles Airport 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 you'll need for your trip to Traverse City Cherry Capital Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Traverse City Cherry Capital Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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1:01 am - 7:16 pm

LAX

TVC

15h 15m

1 stop

12:41 pm - 9:56 pm

TVC

LAX

12h 15m

1 stop

$283American Airlines

Fri, May 8 - Sat, May 16

11:30 pm - 11:30 am

LAX

TVC

9h 00m

1 stop

5:49 pm - 11:52 pm

TVC

LAX

9h 03m

1 stop

$309Delta

Mon, Mar 9 - Sun, Mar 15

10:55 pm - 11:30 am

LAX

TVC

9h 35m

2 stops

5:49 pm - 11:52 pm

TVC

LAX

9h 03m

1 stop

$314Delta

Mon, Mar 9 - Sun, Mar 15

1:17 am - 12:12 pm

LAX

TVC

7h 55m

1 stop

5:42 pm - 10:59 pm

TVC

LAX

8h 17m

1 stop

$334American Airlines

Tue, Mar 17 - Sat, Mar 21

10:19 am - 11:58 pm

LAX

TVC

10h 39m

2 stops

5:42 pm - 10:59 pm

TVC

LAX

8h 17m

1 stop

$364American Airlines

Wed, Mar 18 - Sat, Mar 21

11:40 pm - 11:28 am

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TVC

8h 48m

1 stop

6:20 am - 1:34 pm

TVC

LAX

10h 14m

2 stops

$369Delta

Fri, May 1 - Fri, May 8

10:30 pm - 9:39 am

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TVC

8h 09m

1 stop

2:10 pm - 8:26 pm

TVC

LAX

9h 16m

1 stop

$374Delta

Fri, Aug 14 - Tue, Aug 18

10:55 pm - 11:28 am

LAX

TVC

9h 33m

2 stops

6:20 am - 1:34 pm

TVC

LAX

10h 14m

2 stops

$375Delta

Fri, May 1 - Fri, May 8

12:00 pm - 11:59 pm

LAX

TVC

8h 59m

1 stop

6:20 am - 1:34 pm

TVC

LAX

10h 14m

2 stops

$379Delta

Thu, May 14 - Sun, May 17

9:50 pm - 1:30 pm

LAX

TVC

12h 40m

2 stops

2:10 pm - 12:12 am

TVC

LAX

13h 02m

2 stops

$384Delta

Fri, Aug 14 - Tue, Aug 18

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Aug 7

LAX8:58 amLos Angeles

6h 23m

1 stop

TVC6:21 pmTraverse City Cherry Capital

Aug 10

TVC7:18 pmTraverse City Cherry Capital

6h 31m

1 stop

LAX10:49 pmLos Angeles

$387

Sun Country Air

Jun 18

LAX6:17 pmLos Angeles

20h 54m

1 stop

TVC6:11 pmTraverse City Cherry Capital

Jun 22

TVC7:12 pmTraverse City Cherry Capital

18h 19m

1 stop

LAX10:31 amLos Angeles

$407

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Jun 19

LAX8:58 amLos Angeles

6h 13m

1 stop

TVC6:11 pmTraverse City Cherry Capital

Jun 22

TVC7:12 pmTraverse City Cherry Capital

6h 37m

1 stop

LAX10:49 pmLos Angeles

$415

Delta flights from Los Angeles to Traverse City

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Mar 9

LAX11:30 pmLos Angeles

9h 00m

1 stop

TVC11:30 amTraverse City Cherry Capital

Mar 15

TVC5:49 pmTraverse City Cherry Capital

9h 03m

1 stop

LAX11:52 pmLos Angeles

$309

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Mar 9

LAX10:55 pmLos Angeles

9h 35m

2 stops

TVC11:30 amTraverse City Cherry Capital

Mar 15

TVC5:49 pmTraverse City Cherry Capital

9h 03m

1 stop

LAX11:52 pmLos Angeles

$314

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May 1

LAX11:40 pmLos Angeles

8h 48m

1 stop

TVC11:28 amTraverse City Cherry Capital

May 8

TVC6:20 amTraverse City Cherry Capital

10h 14m

2 stops

LAX1:34 pmLos Angeles

$369

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1:01 am-7:16 pm

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1 stop12h 15m

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11:30 pm-11:30 am

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Traverse City Cherry Capital

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10:55 pm-11:30 am

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Traverse City Cherry Capital

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1:17 am-12:12 pm

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Traverse City Cherry Capital

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10:19 am-11:58 pm

2 stops10h 39m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

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1 stop8h 17m

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Fri 5/1

11:40 pm-11:28 am

1 stop8h 48m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

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6:20 am-1:34 pm

2 stops10h 14m

$369

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Fri 8/14

10:30 pm-9:39 am

1 stop8h 09m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

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2:10 pm-8:26 pm

1 stop9h 16m

$374

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Fri 5/1

10:55 pm-11:28 am

2 stops9h 33m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Fri 5/8

6:20 am-1:34 pm

2 stops10h 14m

$375

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LAX - TVC

LAXTVC

Los Angeles

Thu 5/14

12:00 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 59m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Sun 5/17

6:20 am-1:34 pm

2 stops10h 14m

$379

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LAX - TVC

LAXTVC

Los Angeles

Fri 8/14

9:50 pm-1:30 pm

2 stops12h 40m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Tue 8/18

2:10 pm-12:12 am

2 stops13h 02m

$384

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Traverse City?

In general, November is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Traverse City. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $429. If you don’t want to visit Traverse City in November, then you should wait until October to fly from Los Angeles, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $443.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Traverse City from Los Angeles when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Traverse City for around $556 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Traverse City from Los Angeles for as low as $354 on momondo.

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The fastest flight from Los Angeles to Traverse City takes 6h 11m

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How far is Los Angeles to Traverse City Cherry Capital by plane?
The straight-line distance from Los Angeles to Traverse City Cherry Capital is 1878.4 mi. Flights usually cover this in 6h 11m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Traverse City Cherry Capital Airport?
Prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Traverse City Cherry Capital Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Traverse City Cherry Capital Airport?
As of February 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Traverse City Cherry Capital Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Los Angeles Airport to Traverse City Cherry Capital Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Los Angeles Airport 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 you'll need for your trip to Traverse City Cherry Capital Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Traverse City Cherry Capital Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Los Angeles to Traverse City?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Los Angeles to Traverse City is American Airlines, representing 44% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are United Airlines at 33%, Delta at 17%, and Sun Country Air at 6%.

Best airlines flying from Los Angeles to Traverse City

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Delta	PriceFrom $279	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,205 reviews	Search Delta flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $303	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,294 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $309	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,308 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Sun Country Air	PriceFrom $315	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 341 reviews	Search Sun Country Air flights

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