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Cheapest round-trip
$379
Typical prices: $444-$668
American Airlines
Sat 10/20Sat 10/27
PDX - TVC • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$321
Typical prices: $373-$464
Multiple Airlines
Mon 10/15
PDX - TVC • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Portland and Traverse City. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
25 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 25 weeks in advance save around 22% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 43% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Denver Intl (DEN)
Cheapest • Avg $288 (round-trip)
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Shortest trip • 7h 41m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Portland to Traverse City (PDX-TVC)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Portland to Traverse City

Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Oct 27
American Airlines Logo
9:44 pm - 11:56 amPDX  Portland-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital
11h 12m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
2:43 pm - 7:41 pmTVC  Traverse City Cherry Capital-PDX Portland
7h 58m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$379American Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23
American Airlines Logo
11:11 pm - 11:25 amPDX  Portland-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital
9h 14m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
2:41 pm - 8:29 pmTVC  Traverse City Cherry Capital-PDX Portland
8h 48m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$379American Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Sun, Nov 1
Delta Logo
11:25 am - 11:59 pmPDX  Portland-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital
9h 34m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
6:10 am - 10:41 amTVC  Traverse City Cherry Capital-PDX Portland
7h 31m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$384Delta
Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Oct 27
Delta Logo
11:25 am - 11:59 pmPDX  Portland-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital
9h 34m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
6:03 pm - 11:47 pmTVC  Traverse City Cherry Capital-PDX Portland
8h 44m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Salt Lake City
$389Delta
Wed, Oct 14 - Tue, Oct 20
United Airlines Logo
2:27 pm - 11:51 pmPDX  Portland-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital
6h 24m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
3:30 pm - 9:10 pmTVC  Traverse City Cherry Capital-PDX Portland
8h 40m1 stop Denver Intl
$414United Airlines
Fri, Oct 16 - Wed, Oct 21
United Airlines Logo
2:27 pm - 11:51 pmPDX  Portland-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital
6h 24m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
3:30 pm - 9:10 pmTVC  Traverse City Cherry Capital-PDX Portland
8h 40m1 stop Denver Intl
$414United Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Oct 27
American Airlines Logo
9:44 pm - 11:56 amPDX  Portland-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital
11h 12m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
2:43 pm - 7:41 pmTVC  Traverse City Cherry Capital-PDX Portland
7h 58m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$419American Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Oct 27
Delta Logo
11:25 am - 11:59 pmPDX  Portland-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital
9h 34m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
6:03 pm - 11:44 pmTVC  Traverse City Cherry Capital-PDX Portland
8h 41m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Minneapolis St Paul
$419Delta
Sat, Dec 19 - Mon, Dec 28
Alaska Airlines Logo
5:38 pm - 10:32 amPDX  Portland-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital
13h 54m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
Alaska Airlines Logo
5:50 pm - 9:29 amTVC  Traverse City Cherry Capital-PDX Portland
18h 39m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl San Diego
$922Alaska Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Sun, Oct 25
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:37 pm - 11:26 amPDX  Portland-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital
12h 49m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
Alaska Airlines Logo
2:43 pm - 11:54 pmTVC  Traverse City Cherry Capital-PDX Portland
12h 11m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$925Alaska Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Portland to Traverse City flights

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

Round-trip flights from Portland to Traverse City typically range from $444 to $668. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $379, on American Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Portland to Traverse City. It’s 7% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 37% higher.

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

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Portland to Traverse City at $308 round-trip.
•November ($863) and March ($788) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 180% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Portland to Traverse City the cheapest?

Flights from Portland to Traverse City are cheapest 25 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 22% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Portland to Traverse City flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$321
Beat the crowds with an average 69% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 230% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Portland to Traverse City

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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Your Portland 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 Portland to Traverse City?

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

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

    A nonstop flight from Portland to Traverse City takes 00m, covering 1,787 miles.

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

    Round-trip flights from Portland to Traverse City range from $444 to $668, with an average of $541 over the past 12 months. Anything below $444 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Portland to Traverse City flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 4% above the $541 route average. Book 25 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Portland 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 $379 to $1,652. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Portland to Traverse City are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $565, which is 37% 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 $25 for economy cars. Top options include:

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

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

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

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

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

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 94% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 5% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 1% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 32% on flights from Portland to Traverse City. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $508 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $746, a difference of $238.

    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 Portland to Traverse City?

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 25m, compared with 7h 41m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and 7h 43m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW).

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

    Traverse City is 3 hours ahead of Portland (Eastern Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Portland 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 Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $508, about $238 less than Sunday fares (32% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 25 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 22% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Portland to Traverse City trip for February. Fares historically average $308 round-trip in that month - typically $555 less than the most expensive month, which is November (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.

    • Sugar Beach Resort Hotel
    • Grand Beach Resort Hotel
    • Country Inn and Suites by Radisson, Traverse City

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