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Cheapest round-trip
$257
Typical prices: $258-$406
United Airlines
Tue 1/9Thu 1/11
MKE - TVC • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$244
Typical prices: $233-$303
United Airlines
Fri 11/16
MKE - TVC • 1 stop
When to travel
April
Cheapest • 28% price drop
September
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW)
Cheapest • Avg $324 (round-trip)
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Shortest trip • 4h 17m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Milwaukee to Traverse City (MKE-TVC)

 

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

Sat, Jan 9 - Mon, Jan 11
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12:45 pm - 6:55 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital
5h 10m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:05 am - 8:07 amTVC  Traverse City Cherry Capital-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
4h 02m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$257United Airlines
Tue, Nov 17 - Tue, Nov 24
Delta Logo
7:00 am - 11:28 amMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital
3h 28m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 8:50 amTVC  Traverse City Cherry Capital-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
3h 50m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$283Delta
Wed, Nov 18 - Sun, Nov 22
American Airlines Logo
7:40 am - 2:13 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital
5h 33m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
4:44 pm - 8:00 pmTVC  Traverse City Cherry Capital-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
4h 16m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$283American Airlines
Sun, Nov 15 - Sun, Nov 22
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5:04 am - 11:32 amMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital
5h 28m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
4:44 pm - 8:00 pmTVC  Traverse City Cherry Capital-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
4h 16m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$309American Airlines
Mon, Nov 23 - Fri, Nov 27
Delta Logo
6:45 pm - 12:03 amMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital
4h 18m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 8:50 amTVC  Traverse City Cherry Capital-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
3h 50m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$309Delta
Wed, Nov 25 - Fri, Nov 27
Delta Logo
6:45 pm - 12:03 amMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital
4h 18m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 8:50 amTVC  Traverse City Cherry Capital-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
3h 50m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$309Delta
Sun, Nov 15 - Sun, Nov 22
Delta Logo
6:45 pm - 12:03 amMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital
4h 18m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 8:50 amTVC  Traverse City Cherry Capital-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
3h 50m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$309Delta
Sun, Nov 15 - Sun, Nov 22
American Airlines Logo
5:04 am - 11:32 amMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital
5h 28m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
4:44 pm - 8:00 pmTVC  Traverse City Cherry Capital-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
4h 16m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$329American Airlines
Sat, Oct 31 - Wed, Nov 4
United Airlines Logo
8:50 am - 3:52 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital
6h 02m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
10:48 am - 1:32 pmTVC  Traverse City Cherry Capital-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
3h 44m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$339United Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Fri, Nov 27
Delta Logo
7:00 am - 11:28 amMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital
3h 28m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 8:50 amTVC  Traverse City Cherry Capital-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
3h 50m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$344Delta

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

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

Round-trip flights from Milwaukee to Traverse City typically range from $258 to $406. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $257, on United Airlines.

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Key details for Milwaukee to Traverse City flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

$244
Beat the crowds with an average 86% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 43% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Milwaukee to Traverse City

When to book flights from Milwaukee to Traverse City

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Milwaukee 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 Milwaukee 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 Milwaukee to Traverse City?

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

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

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Milwaukee to Traverse City. Flights with 1 layover take between 3h 42m and 4h 17m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Milwaukee 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 Milwaukee to Traverse City flight?

    Round-trip flights from Milwaukee to Traverse City range from $258 to $406, with an average of $358 over the past 12 months. Anything below $258 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Milwaukee 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 $257 to $2,064. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Milwaukee to Traverse City are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $554, which is 112% above 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 Milwaukee to Traverse City?

    Flights from Milwaukee to Traverse City usually depart from Milwaukee-Mitchell (MKE) and arrive at Traverse City Cherry Capital (TVC).

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

    Connecting flights from Milwaukee to Traverse City most commonly pass through:

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 68% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 32% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 51% on flights from Milwaukee to Traverse City. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $258 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $518, a difference of $260.

    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 Milwaukee to Traverse City?

    Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 42m, compared with 4h 17m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

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

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

Your guide to booking Milwaukee 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 Friday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Friday flights average $258, about $260 less than Thursday fares (50% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Milwaukee to Traverse City trip for April. Fares historically average $258 round-trip in that month - typically $382 less than the most expensive month, which is January (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
    • Super 8 by Wyndham Traverse City

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