Which airports can I use when flying from Buffalo to Traverse City?

Flights from Buffalo to Traverse City usually depart from Buffalo (BUF) and arrive at Traverse City Cherry Capital (TVC).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from Buffalo to Traverse City?

Only Economy Class is available on flights from Buffalo to Traverse City.

Which airports do connecting flights from Buffalo to Traverse City pass through?

Connecting flights from Buffalo to Traverse City most commonly pass through: • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 57% of one-stop connections • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 43% of one-stop connections

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Buffalo to Traverse City?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 14% on flights from Buffalo to Traverse City. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $298 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $343, a difference of $45. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

How long is a flight from Buffalo to Traverse City?

A nonstop flight from Buffalo to Traverse City takes 00m, covering 363 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from Buffalo to Traverse City?

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

Have flight prices from Buffalo to Traverse City changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $424 to $1,156. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Buffalo to Traverse City?

Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 08m, compared with 5h 59m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

What car rental options are available at Traverse City Cherry Capital Airport (TVC)?

Traverse City Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $78 for economy cars. Top options include: • Budget • Hertz • Alamo • Avis • Enterprise Rent-A-Car

How much is a round-trip flight from Buffalo to Traverse City?

Round-trip flights from Buffalo to Traverse City typically range from $298 to $348. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $424, on United Airlines.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Buffalo to Traverse City?

United Airlines ($424) and American Airlines ($543) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Buffalo to Traverse City according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from Buffalo to Traverse City?

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) is the most popular layover for the Buffalo to Traverse City route. 57% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via DTW.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Buffalo to Traverse City?

Flights via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $310. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Buffalo to Traverse City which airport offers the shortest layover?

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) had the shortest average connection time for Buffalo to Traverse City layovers at 3h 53m over the past 3 months.

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Thu, Dec 3 - Sun, Dec 6

11:30 am - 9:59 pmBUF Buffalo-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital

10h 29m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl

9:00 am - 1:17 pmTVC Traverse City Cherry Capital-BUF Buffalo

4h 17m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$424United Airlines

Thu, Dec 3 - Sun, Dec 6

11:30 am - 9:59 pmBUF Buffalo-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital

10h 29m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl

5:12 am - 9:44 amTVC Traverse City Cherry Capital-BUF Buffalo

4h 32m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$459United Airlines

Thu, Dec 3 - Sun, Dec 6

6:30 am - 1:06 pmBUF Buffalo-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital

6h 36m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

9:00 am - 1:17 pmTVC Traverse City Cherry Capital-BUF Buffalo

4h 17m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$533United Airlines

Wed, Nov 25 - Sun, Nov 29

6:40 pm - 11:21 pmBUF Buffalo-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital

4h 41m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

2:41 pm - 9:45 pmTVC Traverse City Cherry Capital-BUF Buffalo

7h 04m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$543American Airlines

Thu, Dec 3 - Sun, Dec 6

11:30 am - 9:59 pmBUF Buffalo-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital

10h 29m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl

9:00 am - 8:24 pmTVC Traverse City Cherry Capital-BUF Buffalo

11h 24m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark

$544United Airlines

Thu, Dec 3 - Sun, Dec 6

11:30 am - 9:59 pmBUF Buffalo-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital

10h 29m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl

9:00 am - 8:24 pmTVC Traverse City Cherry Capital-BUF Buffalo

11h 24m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark

$550United Airlines

Thu, Dec 3 - Sun, Dec 6

6:30 am - 1:06 pmBUF Buffalo-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital

6h 36m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

9:00 am - 1:17 pmTVC Traverse City Cherry Capital-BUF Buffalo

4h 17m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$568United Airlines

Mon, Dec 7 - Thu, Dec 10

5:40 pm - 11:52 pmBUF Buffalo-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital

6h 12m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

1:43 pm - 8:56 pmTVC Traverse City Cherry Capital-BUF Buffalo

7h 13m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$647United Airlines

Mon, Dec 7 - Thu, Dec 10

11:23 am - 11:52 pmBUF Buffalo-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital

12h 29m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl

4:30 pm - 8:56 pmTVC Traverse City Cherry Capital-BUF Buffalo

4h 26m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$652United Airlines

Mon, Dec 7 - Thu, Dec 10

11:23 am - 8:17 pmBUF Buffalo-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital

8h 54m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl

9:00 am - 7:19 pmTVC Traverse City Cherry Capital-BUF Buffalo

10h 19m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

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How much is a round-trip flight from Buffalo to Traverse City? This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Buffalo to Traverse City departing in december.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from Buffalo to Traverse City?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from Buffalo to Traverse City.
How long is a flight from Buffalo to Traverse City?
A nonstop flight from Buffalo to Traverse City takes 00m, covering 363 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from Buffalo to Traverse City?
No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.
Have flight prices from Buffalo to Traverse City changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $424 to $1,156. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.
What car rental options are available at Traverse City Cherry Capital Airport (TVC)?
Traverse City Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $78 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Budget
• Hertz
• Alamo
• Avis
• Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Which airports can I use when flying from Buffalo to Traverse City?
Flights from Buffalo to Traverse City usually depart from Buffalo (BUF) and arrive at Traverse City Cherry Capital (TVC).
Which airports do connecting flights from Buffalo to Traverse City pass through?
Connecting flights from Buffalo to Traverse City most commonly pass through:

• Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 57% of one-stop connections
• Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 43% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Buffalo to Traverse City?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 14% on flights from Buffalo to Traverse City. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $298 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $343, a difference of $45.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Buffalo to Traverse City?
Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 08m, compared with 5h 59m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $298, about $45 less than Saturday fares (13% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Traverse City Cherry Capital Airport.

• Grand Beach Resort Hotel
• Sugar Beach Resort Hotel
• Blossom Hotel & Suites Traverse City

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