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Cheapest round-trip
$310
Typical prices: $350-$599
Delta
Fri 11/16Sun 11/25
MCI - TVC • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$284
Typical prices: $329-$386
Delta
Mon 10/29
MCI - TVC • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Kansas City and Traverse City. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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November
Cheapest • 44% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Cheapest • Avg $445 (round-trip)
Minneapolis St Paul (MSP)
Shortest trip • 4h 44m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Kansas City to Traverse City (MCI-TVC)

 

Cheap flights from Kansas City to Traverse City with top airlines, updated regularly. Compare round-trip, one-way, direct and last-minute deals.

Mon, Nov 16 - Thu, Nov 26
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5:55 pm - 12:03 amMCI  Kansas City-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital
5h 08m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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12:09 pm - 6:03 pmTVC  Traverse City Cherry Capital-MCI Kansas City
6h 54m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$310Delta
Wed, Nov 18 - Thu, Nov 26
Delta Logo
6:36 am - 11:28 amMCI  Kansas City-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital
3h 52m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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6:00 am - 9:51 amTVC  Traverse City Cherry Capital-MCI Kansas City
4h 51m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$310Delta
Wed, Nov 18 - Sun, Nov 22
Delta Logo
5:55 pm - 12:03 amMCI  Kansas City-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital
5h 08m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
12:09 pm - 5:10 pmTVC  Traverse City Cherry Capital-MCI Kansas City
6h 01m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$310Delta
Mon, Nov 16 - Wed, Nov 25
Delta Logo
5:55 pm - 12:03 amMCI  Kansas City-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital
5h 08m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
12:09 pm - 5:10 pmTVC  Traverse City Cherry Capital-MCI Kansas City
6h 01m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$310Delta
Thu, Dec 24 - Fri, Jan 1
United Airlines Logo
5:02 pm - 11:59 pmMCI  Kansas City-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital
5h 57m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:05 am - 10:44 amTVC  Traverse City Cherry Capital-MCI Kansas City
5h 39m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$339United Airlines
Thu, Dec 24 - Thu, Dec 31
American Airlines Logo
5:05 am - 10:32 amMCI  Kansas City-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital
4h 27m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
6:33 am - 12:00 pmTVC  Traverse City Cherry Capital-MCI Kansas City
6h 27m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$339American Airlines
Wed, Jan 6 - Sat, Jan 9
United Airlines Logo
3:19 pm - 8:20 pmMCI  Kansas City-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital
4h 01m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
8:24 am - 2:17 pmTVC  Traverse City Cherry Capital-MCI Kansas City
6h 53m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$381United Airlines
Wed, Nov 25 - Fri, Nov 27
United Airlines Logo
6:45 pm - 11:57 pmMCI  Kansas City-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital
4h 12m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
9:00 am - 12:23 pmTVC  Traverse City Cherry Capital-MCI Kansas City
4h 23m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$388United Airlines
Thu, Dec 24 - Fri, Jan 1
American Airlines Logo
5:05 am - 10:32 amMCI  Kansas City-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital
4h 27m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
6:33 am - 12:00 pmTVC  Traverse City Cherry Capital-MCI Kansas City
6h 27m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$408American Airlines
Thu, Dec 24 - Wed, Dec 30
American Airlines Logo
5:05 am - 10:32 amMCI  Kansas City-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital
4h 27m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
6:33 am - 12:00 pmTVC  Traverse City Cherry Capital-MCI Kansas City
6h 27m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$465American Airlines

Price, demand and travel trends for Kansas City to Traverse City flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Kansas City to Traverse City typically range from $350 to $599. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $310, on Delta.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kansas City to Traverse City?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kansas City to Traverse City. It’s 21% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 46% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Kansas City to Traverse City?

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Kansas City to Traverse City at $248 round-trip.
•March ($667) and July ($584) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 168% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Kansas City to Traverse City flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$284
Beat the crowds with an average 76% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 138% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Kansas City to Traverse City

When to book flights from Kansas City to Traverse City

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Kansas City to Traverse City based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Kansas City to Traverse City flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Kansas City to Traverse City:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Kansas City to Traverse City?

    A nonstop flight from Kansas City to Traverse City takes 00m, covering 600 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Kansas City 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.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Kansas City to Traverse City flight?

    Round-trip flights from Kansas City to Traverse City range from $350 to $599, with an average of $445 over the past 12 months. Anything below $350 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Kansas City 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 $310 to $1,820. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Kansas City to Traverse City looking right now?

    One-way fares from Kansas City to Traverse City are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $316, which is 18% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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 starting from around $27 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Alamo
    • Avis
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car

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

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

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

    One-stop flights from Kansas City to Traverse City most commonly connect through:

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 81% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 5% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 2% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 46% on flights from Kansas City to Traverse City. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $353 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $651, a difference of $298.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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

    Flying via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 44m, compared with 4h 49m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and 5h 02m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW).

  • What is the time difference between Kansas City and Traverse City?

    Traverse City is 1 hour ahead of Kansas City (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Kansas City to Traverse City flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Saturday flights average $353, about $298 less than Thursday fares (46% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Kansas City to Traverse City trip for November. Fares historically average $248 round-trip in that month - typically $419 less than the most expensive month, which is March (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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