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$289 Find Cheap Flights from Portland to Traverse City

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Cheapest round-trip
$289
Typical prices: $293-$444
American Airlines
Fri 1/30Wed 2/4
PDX - TVC • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$312
Typical prices: $164-$374
American Airlines
Wed 12/10
PDX - TVC • 1 stop
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Cheapest • from $289 (round-trip)
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Best reviews • 8.0 score
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When to book
2 weeks
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January
Cheapest • 36% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Portland to Traverse City (PDX-TVC)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Portland to Traverse City that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Portland to Traverse City

Fri, Jan 30 - Wed, Feb 4
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 5:19 pmPDX-TVC
8h 19m1 stop
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2:23 pm - 8:27 pmTVC-PDX
9h 04m1 stop
$289American Airlines
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Fri, Jan 30 - Wed, Feb 4
United Airlines Logo
8:30 am - 10:24 pmPDX-TVC
10h 54m2 stops
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7:00 am - 11:57 amTVC-PDX
7h 57m1 stop
$294United Airlines
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Sat, Apr 25 - Wed, Apr 29
American Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 4:53 pmPDX-TVC
7h 23m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
5:40 pm - 11:37 pmTVC-PDX
8h 57m1 stop
$379American Airlines
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Sat, Apr 25 - Wed, Apr 29
United Airlines Logo
8:37 am - 10:39 pmPDX-TVC
11h 02m2 stops
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7:00 am - 11:42 amTVC-PDX
7h 42m1 stop
$384United Airlines
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Sat, Apr 25 - Wed, Apr 29
United Airlines Logo
7:42 pm - 12:57 pmPDX-TVC
14h 15m2 stops
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7:00 am - 4:28 pmTVC-PDX
12h 28m2 stops
$389United Airlines
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Mon, Dec 15 - Wed, Dec 24
Delta Logo
11:25 pm - 11:28 amPDX-TVC
9h 03m1 stop
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12:13 pm - 8:36 pmTVC-PDX
11h 23m2 stops
$404Delta
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Mon, Feb 16 - Mon, Feb 23
American Airlines Logo
11:46 am - 11:56 pmPDX-TVC
9h 10m1 stop
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6:30 am - 10:50 amTVC-PDX
7h 20m1 stop
$424American Airlines
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Mon, Feb 16 - Mon, Feb 23
American Airlines Logo
11:15 pm - 5:03 pmPDX-TVC
14h 48m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 10:50 amTVC-PDX
7h 20m1 stop
$430American Airlines
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Mon, Dec 15 - Wed, Dec 24
Delta Logo
11:25 pm - 11:28 amPDX-TVC
9h 03m1 stop
Delta Logo
12:13 pm - 8:36 pmTVC-PDX
11h 23m2 stops
$434Delta
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Mon, Feb 16 - Mon, Feb 23
United Airlines Logo
10:52 pm - 3:42 pmPDX-TVC
13h 50m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 8:43 pmTVC-PDX
16h 43m2 stops
$459United Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Portland to Traverse City flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Portland to Traverse City to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from Portland 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 Portland to Traverse City departing in January.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Portland to Traverse City?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Portland to Traverse City clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

When flying from Portland to Traverse City, you should consider leaving on a Tuesday and avoid Thursdays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to Portland, you’ll find the best rates on Wednesdays and the most expensive ones on Mondays.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Portland to Traverse City?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Portland to Traverse City, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Portland to Traverse City is January, where tickets cost $313 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $778 and $648 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Portland to Traverse City, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Portland to Traverse City, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 7% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 14 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$289
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 36% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 6% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Portland to Traverse City

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Portland 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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FAQs for booking flights from Portland to Traverse City

  • What is the cheapest flight from Portland to Traverse City?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Portland to Traverse City was $312 for a one-way ticket and $289 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Portland and Traverse City?

    No

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Portland to Traverse City?

    Portland airport is called Portland and the only airport in Traverse City is Traverse City Cherry Capital.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Portland to Traverse City?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Portland to Traverse City?

    SkyTeam, oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Portland and Traverse City, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Portland to Traverse City, Alaska Airlines or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Portland to Traverse City are Alaska Airlines and Delta. With an average price for the route of $742 and an overall rating of 8.0, Alaska Airlines is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $389 and an overall rating of 7.9.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Portland to Traverse City?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Portland to Traverse City.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Portland to Traverse City?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Traverse City from Portland is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Portland to Traverse City?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Traverse City with an airline and back to Portland with another airline. Booking your flights between Portland and TVC can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Portland to Traverse City?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Traverse City from Portland up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Reviews of the top 4 airlines serving from Portland to Traverse City

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Portland to Traverse City. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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Alaska AirlinesOverall score based on 11281 reviews
8.5Crew
7.1Food
7.8Comfort
8.1Boarding
7.0Entertainment
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I would have liked if the flight existed. To be fair the federal government canceled it. But, since it WAS canceled, I would have liked it if Alaska Airlines had moved a finger to assist me rather then abandoning me with my luggage, unable to check it, for 14 hours in Portland. So federal regulations forbid them from storing my bag? Then at least help me find storage or SOMETHING.

2.0 MediocreAnonymous, Nov 2025PDX - SEA
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I would have liked if the flight existed. To be fair the federal government canceled it. But, since it WAS canceled, I would have liked it if Alaska Airlines had moved a finger to assist me rather then abandoning me with my luggage, unable to check it, for 14 hours in Portland. So federal regulations forbid them from storing my bag? Then at least help me find storage or SOMETHING.

It was all good, no delays which was a worry. All great

It was a pleasant experience. Considering we paid over $3000 for first class there really wasn’t anything special about first class. All the seats looked the same and everyone got the same great customer service. The only thing that was different between first class and couch was the drinks and the meal. We wouldn’t waste that much $ on first class on that plane again.

This was more with the third party booking through Kayak but my KTN for Pre-TSA, even though I entered it, wasn't assigned to my ticket when I got to the airport. I had to go through regular security. Also the Alaska app had trouble loading my ticket in the first place and I had to ask for it to be printed. Alaska Airlines was great but wanted you to know about this hiccup in the ticketing interface.

Process of checking bag, boarding, etc. was all very quick, easy, and streamlined. Only problem I had was the seating: very cramped and uncomfortable, but I suppose that’s the perils of coach. Thankfully it wasn’t a super long flight so it didn’t ruin the experience overall.

The boarding was confusing because the PA system at PDX was so quiet you couldn’t hear anything being said . The seats were uncomfortable. The food was pretty bad and I normally don’t mind airplane food. The flight attendants were not friendly. I learned upon check in that Hawaiian airlines had reassigned our seats of the second leg of the trip. I had confirmed and paid for special seats but they put me and my companion on standard seats in different rows. Hawaiian also did the same on my return flight after the flight times had changed. I happened to go online to check my reservation and saw the flight had changed. I gad received no notice. I saw that my confirmed seats that I had paid extra were gone. After much back and forth with the airlines they refused to correct their error. I showed them confirmation documents of my seat reservation and receipt of payment but they refused to correct the seat change or reimburse me. I had to pay $200 again to reserve the original seats. Shameful and manipulative. They basically held me hostage. If I wanted to be in that flight I had to pay up.

When I bought my tickets I up great my seats for extra $104 each seats 8A and 8B in the way back from Portland to Palm Springs they gave me the seats 15. I thought it was for round trip same seats . So I was very disappointed ☹️

One disappointment. There was a gate change from B8 to B10, they had announced it maybe 20 minutes before the boarding time, possibly less. I didn’t hear the announcement as I was listening to music on my head phones at B8. At the boarding time, I got up and asked the gal at the B8 boarding desk, why the destination sign had not changed and if the flight was delayed as there was no plane behind her through the window, she said that perhaps the flight was delayed and the screen will probably update in -5 minutes ( she apparently didn’t know the boarding gate was changed ( 2 down from our location) I put my headphones on and went back to sit down . Just before the B10 door closed, I got a phone call asking me if I was still taking the flight, I said. “Yes” but I was at the gate stated on my ticket B8, then I was informed of the gate change, I got up and ran to the gate, and down the hallway to the jet ramp. I was the last to board!! Very frustrating . I was shocked that I got no emails or text messages from Alaska informing me of a last minute change!!

The crew was the best I’ve ever had HOWEVER when we arrived in Salt Lake City there were no Alaskan Airline employees to be found so we weren’t able to leave the plane until ANOTHER airline took pity on us. How could that possible happen?

The pilot performed the smoothest landing I’ve ever experienced. What a light touch. And I’m an avid traveler!

The ticket agents in West Palm Beach on Friday afternoon Nov. 7th were incredible in getting us on an earlier plane to Atlanta during the government shutdown. Had the taken our original flight we would have missed our connection. She did this on her own, We didn't even have to ask, and she did it all with a smile and showing genuine concern that we would be taken care of. We are very grateful and thankful. We fly often, and now we will be sure to fly Delta.

My experience on any Delta flight is always overshadowed by the time Delta removed me from a flight for no apparent reason.

There was no problems, just a little uncomfortable with seats that do not lay back a little

Delta is my preferred airline. I've traveled with them for years. On time in most cases, good communication, easy to use app. Most planes are pretty nice. I was on a CRJ 700/900 however, which was pretty badly aged inside and needed a refresh. No infotainment, unreliable wifi, best to download before boarding or bring a book. Food choices are really just snacks on this flight, nice variety but about what you'd expect. Great staff and prompt in departure and early arrival too. Overall quite satisfied.

A little bumpy ride . No food was being provided due the the turbulence. That was ok it was a short flight to my standards.

Boarding in Amsterdam is always chaotic. KLM/ Delta has not streamlined or made it efficient as it was boarding in Detroit . The food was mediocre The crew was unfriendly and more focused on getting things done quickly rather than service with a smile .

Lower number on this flight so spaced out passengers. Able to enjoy more room to relax during flight. It was lovely.

Broken jer bridge. Poor communication about it. Lost 2 of 4 luggage pieces

Coach seating is debilitating, neither my husband or I can walk the following day

Extremely dosappoontined and frustrated. Refused entry to lounge in Detroit despite having Delta AMEX Reserve linked in MyDelta phone app as revommended and also having proof of account. No pillows were available for overnight flight to AMS and breakfast was not served in Delta Comfort.

Starlink wifi on the Embraer E175 is an excellent experience. I was able to connect and work from IAD all the way to approach into BTV.

Older aircraft, no meal, only food was for purchase. Not impressed United.

United needs to step up their game. Delayed flight leaving Seattle, San Francisco. Older aircraft, not very comfortable.

Always wish for more healthy, gluten free options. We have to bring our own.

Having a long layover, I was very appreciative of the ability to stand by for an earlier flight. Other airlines like Delta have refused this to me in the past, just to be mean (because my ticket class wasn't high enough). United went out of their way to help me get to my destination early, which I really appreciated given that it was the third leg of a 24+ hour journey for me.

Other than a way way too cold cabinets for the entire flight, all was great

One bag is incorrect and not acceptable for an international flight. The food was not just good. I won't fly with them again.

Not pleasant trip cross country when the entertainment and WiFi system not working. No entertainment for entirety of route. Staff was rather nonchalant in that they dismissed the problem due to age of plane. It would have been nice to know this up front so I could have come prepared to read or download movies before boarding Coincidentally or not, there was a similar issue with the entertainment system on my previous flight I took on my fist leg of the trip. There are no seat TVs, so you must rely on the app when it works. United can do better. Also, what use it it to pay for boarding group 2 when half of the passengers are in the same line as you?

Plane boarded early a quickly, was mostly full. We left close to on time. And landed early.

Premium Plus is a really good idea for longer flights

we landed at cmh ten minutes early but had to sit on tarmac for twenty minutes because a plane was at our gate despite the fact that 3 other gates were open.

The experience with American Airlines was good, although the Philippines Airlines flight was much better (better seats, better food, better entertainment options, overall better). Again, the MIA to LAX flight was fine, but nothing in comparison to the comfort and accommodations of the Philippines Airlines flight from LAX to MNL.

I have a gluten allergy so did have any food

I have a gluten allergy so didn't have any food

Loved the crew . Absolutely no complaints. Except for luggage lost

Everything was good The connects, with no blame to crew. Or pilots. I understand they are short staffed. Everything went well for me. I'll be using you guys again in May if not sooner.

this plane was really old, had exit row seats and tray was in arm of seat so super uncomfortable to use. another seat they could t even use the tray it was broke. seat i. front of me had duct tape on it cause seat was ripped open... this plane should either be updated or retired.

Baggage handling poor. Second time this has happened. My bag went to San Francisco instead of Fiji. No apology. Luckily Nadi airport staff are fantastic. My bag arrived in Fiji the next day.

We loved the steward on the plane. He made the night enjoyable

I enjoyed the extra leg room compared to other airlines. The first stewards made my daughter’s birthday special by giving her an extra snack. Then the last one coming home from Chicago to Appleton made our night really enjoyable Thanks for making our trip enjoyable

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