Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between San Francisco and Traverse City?

Chicago (ORD) was the most common stop: 50% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from San Francisco to Traverse City?

Flights via Detroit (DTW) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $333.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Francisco to Traverse City Cherry Capital?

Sun Country Air and JetBlue are the most popular carriers operating from San Francisco to Traverse City Cherry Capital

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from San Francisco to Traverse City?

Flights connecting via Denver (DEN) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 6h 17m.

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 San Francisco according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 40% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Traverse City. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Traverse City on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from San Francisco to Traverse City?

Chicago (ORD) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 10m.

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

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

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

There are 3 operators available for flights from San Francisco Airport to Traverse City Cherry Capital Airport as of April 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco 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 San Francisco 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.

$172 Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Traverse City in 2026

Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between San Francisco and Traverse City?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $468 to $369. The lowest price recently found on this route was $349.

1 adult

0 bags

Discover deals from 900+ travel sites with momondo.

Save money when you book flights with momondo

Big names and deals

Search 100s of travel sites to compare prices.

Filter for what you want

Free Wi-Fi? Stopover? Instantly customize your results.

Trusted and free

We’re completely free to use - no hidden charges or fees.

Price Alerts

Not ready to book? to track prices.

Search flight deals

Find the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Traverse City

Round-trip

One-way

Last minute

Cheap round-trip flights

Enter your travel dates to find the best prices.

5:05 am - 3:26 pm

SFO

TVC

7h 21m

1 stop

3:28 pm - 7:40 pm

TVC

SFO

7h 12m

1 stop

$349United Airlines

Tue, May 26 - Wed, Jun 3

10:07 am - 11:29 pm

SFO

TVC

10h 22m

2 stops

1:17 pm - 8:00 pm

TVC

SFO

9h 43m

1 stop

$354American Airlines

Tue, May 26 - Wed, Jun 3

12:30 am - 3:44 pm

SFO

TVC

12h 14m

2 stops

12:41 pm - 9:28 pm

TVC

SFO

11h 47m

2 stops

$359American Airlines

Sun, Apr 19 - Thu, Apr 30

11:49 pm - 3:44 pm

SFO

TVC

12h 55m

2 stops

5:40 am - 9:52 am

TVC

SFO

7h 12m

1 stop

$364American Airlines

Fri, May 1 - Sun, May 3

5:30 am - 4:14 pm

SFO

TVC

7h 44m

1 stop

2:07 pm - 7:39 pm

TVC

SFO

8h 32m

1 stop

$369American Airlines

Tue, Jul 7 - Thu, Jul 23

10:07 am - 11:29 pm

SFO

TVC

10h 22m

2 stops

7:19 pm - 11:47 pm

TVC

SFO

7h 28m

1 stop

$381American Airlines

Tue, Jun 2 - Sat, Jun 6

12:48 am - 12:54 pm

SFO

TVC

9h 06m

1 stop

6:35 pm - 11:53 pm

TVC

SFO

8h 18m

1 stop

$384Delta

Mon, Jun 15 - Fri, Jun 26

10:07 am - 11:29 pm

SFO

TVC

10h 22m

2 stops

5:33 am - 1:04 pm

TVC

SFO

10h 31m

2 stops

$386American Airlines

Tue, May 26 - Wed, Jun 3

11:59 pm - 3:44 pm

SFO

TVC

12h 45m

2 stops

5:40 am - 9:52 am

TVC

SFO

7h 12m

1 stop

$389American Airlines

Mon, Apr 20 - Thu, Apr 30

12:30 am - 3:44 pm

SFO

TVC

12h 14m

2 stops

12:41 pm - 9:28 pm

TVC

SFO

11h 47m

2 stops

$394American Airlines

Sun, Apr 19 - Thu, Apr 30

American Airlines flights from San Francisco to Traverse City

Our best American Airlines deals on San Francisco to Traverse City flight tickets

American Airlines

May 26

SFO10:07 amSan Francisco

10h 22m

2 stops

TVC11:29 pmTraverse City Cherry Capital

Jun 3

TVC1:17 pmTraverse City Cherry Capital

9h 43m

1 stop

SFO8:00 pmSan Francisco

$354

American Airlines

Apr 19

SFO12:30 amSan Francisco

12h 14m

2 stops

TVC3:44 pmTraverse City Cherry Capital

Apr 30

TVC12:41 pmTraverse City Cherry Capital

11h 47m

2 stops

SFO9:28 pmSan Francisco

$359

American Airlines

May 1

SFO11:49 pmSan Francisco

12h 55m

2 stops

TVC3:44 pmTraverse City Cherry Capital

May 3

TVC5:40 amTraverse City Cherry Capital

7h 12m

1 stop

SFO9:52 amSan Francisco

$364

Delta flights from San Francisco to Traverse City

Our best Delta deals on San Francisco to Traverse City flight tickets

Delta

Jun 15

SFO12:48 amSan Francisco

9h 06m

1 stop

TVC12:54 pmTraverse City Cherry Capital

Jun 25

TVC5:59 pmTraverse City Cherry Capital

7h 28m

1 stop

SFO10:27 pmSan Francisco

$384

Delta

Aug 9

SFO12:40 amSan Francisco

8h 58m

1 stop

TVC12:38 pmTraverse City Cherry Capital

Aug 21

TVC10:20 amTraverse City Cherry Capital

7h 09m

1 stop

SFO2:29 pmSan Francisco

$414

Delta

Aug 7

SFO2:19 pmSan Francisco

6h 58m

1 stop

TVC12:17 amTraverse City Cherry Capital

Aug 14

TVC1:18 pmTraverse City Cherry Capital

7h 50m

1 stop

SFO6:08 pmSan Francisco

$419

momondo Fare Finder

Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Traverse City that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

Quickest round-trip

San FranciscoTraverse City

SFO - TVC

SFOTVC

San Francisco

Tue 5/26

5:05 am-3:26 pm

1 stop7h 21m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Wed 6/3

3:28 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop7h 12m

$349

San FranciscoTraverse City

SFO - TVC

SFOTVC

San Francisco

Tue 5/26

10:07 am-11:29 pm

2 stops10h 22m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Wed 6/3

1:17 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop9h 43m

$354

San FranciscoTraverse City

SFO - TVC

SFOTVC

San Francisco

Sun 4/19

12:30 am-3:44 pm

2 stops12h 14m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Thu 4/30

12:41 pm-9:28 pm

2 stops11h 47m

$359

San FranciscoTraverse City

SFO - TVC

SFOTVC

San Francisco

Fri 5/1

11:49 pm-3:44 pm

2 stops12h 55m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Sun 5/3

5:40 am-9:52 am

1 stop7h 12m

$364

San FranciscoTraverse City

SFO - TVC

SFOTVC

San Francisco

Tue 7/7

5:30 am-4:14 pm

1 stop7h 44m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Thu 7/23

2:07 pm-7:39 pm

1 stop8h 32m

$369

San FranciscoTraverse City

SFO - TVC

SFOTVC

San Francisco

Tue 6/2

10:07 am-11:29 pm

2 stops10h 22m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Sat 6/6

7:19 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop7h 28m

$381

San FranciscoTraverse City

SFO - TVC

SFOTVC

San Francisco

Mon 6/15

12:48 am-12:54 pm

1 stop9h 06m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Fri 6/26

6:35 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop8h 18m

$384

San FranciscoTraverse City

SFO - TVC

SFOTVC

San Francisco

Tue 5/26

10:07 am-11:29 pm

2 stops10h 22m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Wed 6/3

5:33 am-1:04 pm

2 stops10h 31m

$386

San FranciscoTraverse City

SFO - TVC

SFOTVC

San Francisco

Mon 4/20

11:59 pm-3:44 pm

2 stops12h 45m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Thu 4/30

5:40 am-9:52 am

1 stop7h 12m

$389

San FranciscoTraverse City

SFO - TVC

SFOTVC

San Francisco

Sun 4/19

12:30 am-3:44 pm

2 stops12h 14m

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Thu 4/30

12:41 pm-9:28 pm

2 stops11h 47m

$394

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Showing 1-10 of 20 resultsSorted by cheapest first

How to get the cheapest flight ticket from San Francisco to Traverse City

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

Prices

Airlines

Layovers

What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between San Francisco and Traverse City?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Traverse City?

In general, November is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Traverse City. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $403. If you don’t want to visit Traverse City in November, then you should wait until September to fly from San Francisco, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $445.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Traverse City from San Francisco when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Traverse City for around $512 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Traverse City from San Francisco for as low as $436 on momondo.

How have San Francisco to Traverse City flight prices changed over time?

When to book flights from San Francisco to Traverse City

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from San Francisco to Traverse City according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.

Estimated round-trip price

Cheap San Francisco to Traverse City (SFO to TVC) flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from San Francisco to Traverse City

Fastest flight time	6h 10m
Direct flights	None

The fastest flight from San Francisco to Traverse City takes 6h 10m

There are no direct flights from San Francisco to Traverse City. There are no popular flight routes from San Francisco to Traverse City.

Search flight deals

Frequently asked questions about flying from San Francisco to Traverse City

How far is San Francisco to Traverse City Cherry Capital by plane?
A flight from San Francisco to Traverse City Cherry Capital will travel around 1950.7 mi. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 6h 10m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Traverse City Cherry Capital Airport?
Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Traverse City Cherry Capital Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Francisco Airport to Traverse City Cherry Capital Airport?
There are 3 operators available for flights from San Francisco Airport to Traverse City Cherry Capital Airport as of April 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco 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 San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Traverse City?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from San Francisco to Traverse City is American Airlines, representing 45% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are United Airlines at 37% and Delta at 19%.

Best airlines flying from San Francisco to Traverse City

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from San Francisco to Traverse City with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
American Airlines	PriceFrom $288	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,555 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $288	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,383 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $349	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,541 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

Cadillac

Houghton Lake

Grayling

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from San Francisco to Traverse City?

We help find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo compares prices from hundreds of airlines and travel agents and helps you filter them to find the best flight from San Francisco to Traverse City for you.

Can I find flights from San Francisco to Traverse City with flexible booking policies on momondo?

All flight searches from San Francisco to Traverse City on momondo can be filtered to show those which offer flexible booking policies.

How can momondo help me find flights from San Francisco to Traverse City?

Once you have performed a search for San Francisco to Traverse City flights, momondo helps you find the right one by offering useful filters to narrow down your flight selection. Flights can be filtered by multiple factors such as airline, airport and price; but also by other criteria like aircraft type and payment method.

I’m not ready to book a flight from San Francisco to Traverse City right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

Price alerts on flights to Traverse City from San Francisco are quick and easy to set up on momondo. Simply perform a search and select the price alert feature. It is as simple as that.