Which airports can I use when flying from San Luis Obispo to Traverse City?

Flights from San Luis Obispo to Traverse City usually depart from San Luis Obispo County (SBP) and arrive at Traverse City Cherry Capital (TVC).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Luis Obispo to Traverse City?

Only Economy Class is available on flights from San Luis Obispo to Traverse City.

Which airports do connecting flights from San Luis Obispo to Traverse City pass through?

Most connecting flights from San Luis Obispo to Traverse City pass through Denver Intl (DEN), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other layover airports each see under 5%.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Luis Obispo to Traverse City?

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 58% on the San Luis Obispo to Traverse City route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $294 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $693, a difference of $399. 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 San Luis Obispo to Traverse City?

A nonstop flight from San Luis Obispo to Traverse City takes 0h 00m, covering 1,950 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from San Luis Obispo 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 San Luis Obispo 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 $384 to $1,389. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

What is the time difference between San Luis Obispo and Traverse City?

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

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

How much should I expect to pay for a San Luis Obispo to Traverse City flight?

Round-trip flights from San Luis Obispo to Traverse City range from $412 to $652, with an average of $509 over the past 12 months. Anything below $412 counts as a good deal.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from San Luis Obispo to Traverse City?

United Airlines ($384) and American Airlines ($843) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from San Luis Obispo to Traverse City according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from San Luis Obispo to Traverse City?

Flights via Denver Intl (DEN) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $479. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from San Luis Obispo to Traverse City which airport offers the shortest layover?

Denver Intl (DEN) had the shortest average connection time for San Luis Obispo to Traverse City layovers at 273 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Luis Obispo to Traverse City

Fri, Nov 13 - Tue, Nov 17

10:38 am - 10:26 pmSBP San Luis Obispo County-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital

8h 48m2 stops Los Angeles Chicago O'Hare Intl

5:00 pm - 9:10 pmTVC Traverse City Cherry Capital-SBP San Luis Obispo County

7h 10m1 stop Denver Intl

$384United Airlines

Fri, Nov 13 - Tue, Nov 17

10:38 am - 10:26 pmSBP San Luis Obispo County-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital

8h 48m2 stops Los Angeles Chicago O'Hare Intl

11:50 am - 8:04 pmTVC Traverse City Cherry Capital-SBP San Luis Obispo County

11h 14m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl San Francisco

$389United Airlines

Wed, Jan 27 - Sat, Jan 30

7:45 am - 8:24 pmSBP San Luis Obispo County-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital

9h 39m2 stops Los Angeles Chicago O'Hare Intl

8:35 am - 5:19 pmTVC Traverse City Cherry Capital-SBP San Luis Obispo County

11h 44m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Los Angeles

$489United Airlines

Wed, Jan 27 - Sat, Jan 30

7:45 am - 10:07 pmSBP San Luis Obispo County-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital

11h 22m2 stops Los Angeles Chicago O'Hare Intl

8:35 am - 5:19 pmTVC Traverse City Cherry Capital-SBP San Luis Obispo County

11h 44m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Los Angeles

$509United Airlines

Fri, Nov 13 - Tue, Nov 17

5:00 am - 4:05 pmSBP San Luis Obispo County-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital

8h 05m1 stop Denver Intl

5:00 pm - 9:10 pmTVC Traverse City Cherry Capital-SBP San Luis Obispo County

7h 10m1 stop Denver Intl

$513United Airlines

Thu, Oct 15 - Tue, Oct 20

10:48 am - 11:51 pmSBP San Luis Obispo County-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital

10h 03m2 stops Los Angeles Chicago O'Hare Intl

10:25 am - 8:11 pmTVC Traverse City Cherry Capital-SBP San Luis Obispo County

12h 46m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl San Francisco

$638United Airlines

Thu, Oct 15 - Tue, Oct 20

1:02 pm - 2:27 pmSBP San Luis Obispo County-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital

22h 25m1 stop Denver Intl

10:25 am - 8:11 pmTVC Traverse City Cherry Capital-SBP San Luis Obispo County

12h 46m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl San Francisco

$733United Airlines

Fri, Nov 13 - Tue, Nov 17

6:00 am - 11:51 pmSBP San Luis Obispo County-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital

14h 51m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:01 am - 6:45 pmTVC Traverse City Cherry Capital-SBP San Luis Obispo County

15h 44m3 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Cedar Rapids Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$843American Airlines

Fri, Nov 13 - Tue, Nov 17

6:00 am - 11:51 pmSBP San Luis Obispo County-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital

14h 51m3 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Omaha Eppley Airfield Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:01 am - 6:45 pmTVC Traverse City Cherry Capital-SBP San Luis Obispo County

15h 44m3 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Des Moines Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$1,261American Airlines

Thu, Oct 15 - Tue, Oct 20

9:45 am - 11:28 pmSBP San Luis Obispo County-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital

10h 43m3 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Tulsa Chicago O'Hare Intl

8:06 am - 6:18 pmTVC Traverse City Cherry Capital-SBP San Luis Obispo County

13h 12m3 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Lambert-St Louis Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$1,389American Airlines

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Price, demand and travel trends for San Luis Obispo to Traverse City flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from San Luis Obispo to Traverse City?

Round-trip flights from San Luis Obispo to Traverse City start at $384. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $412 to $652. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $384 on United Airlines.

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High season	July

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When to book flights from San Luis Obispo to Traverse City

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Which airports can I use when flying from San Luis Obispo to Traverse City?
Flights from San Luis Obispo to Traverse City usually depart from San Luis Obispo County (SBP) and arrive at Traverse City Cherry Capital (TVC).
What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Luis Obispo to Traverse City?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from San Luis Obispo to Traverse City.
Which airports do connecting flights from San Luis Obispo to Traverse City pass through?
Most connecting flights from San Luis Obispo to Traverse City pass through Denver Intl (DEN), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other layover airports each see under 5%.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Luis Obispo to Traverse City?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 58% on the San Luis Obispo to Traverse City route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $294 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $693, a difference of $399. 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 San Luis Obispo to Traverse City?
A nonstop flight from San Luis Obispo to Traverse City takes 0h 00m, covering 1,950 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from San Luis Obispo 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 San Luis Obispo 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 $384 to $1,389. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.
What is the time difference between San Luis Obispo and Traverse City?
Traverse City is 3 hours ahead of San Luis Obispo (Eastern Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
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
How much should I expect to pay for a San Luis Obispo to Traverse City flight?
Round-trip flights from San Luis Obispo to Traverse City range from $412 to $652, with an average of $509 over the past 12 months. Anything below $412 counts as a good deal.

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Monday departure instead of Wednesday. On this route, Monday flights average $294 - about $399 less than Wednesday (58% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Luis Obispo to Traverse City trip for November. Fares historically average $294 round-trip in that month - typically $625 less than the most expensive month, which is July (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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