Which airports can I use when flying from Santa Ana to Traverse City?

Flights from Santa Ana to Traverse City usually depart from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA) and arrive at Traverse City Cherry Capital (TVC).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from Santa Ana to Traverse City?

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Santa Ana to Traverse City: • Economy Class • First Class

Which airports do connecting flights from Santa Ana to Traverse City pass through?

One-stop flights from Santa Ana to Traverse City most commonly connect through: • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 86% of one-stop connections • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 11% of one-stop connections • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 3% of one-stop connections

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Santa Ana to Traverse City?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 38% on flights from Santa Ana to Traverse City. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $473 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $757, a difference of $284. 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 Santa Ana to Traverse City?

A nonstop flight from Santa Ana to Traverse City takes 00m, covering 1,873 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from Santa Ana 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 are flight prices from Santa Ana to Traverse City looking right now?

One-way fares from Santa Ana to Traverse City are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $478, which is 16% above the typical average for this route.

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

Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 11m, compared with 7h 19m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and 8h via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW).

What is the time difference between Santa Ana and Traverse City?

Traverse City is 3 hours ahead of Santa Ana (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 Santa Ana to Traverse City flight?

Round-trip flights from Santa Ana to Traverse City range from $473 to $764, with an average of $570 over the past 12 months. Anything below $473 counts as a good deal.

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

Round-trip flights from Santa Ana to Traverse City typically range from $473 to $764. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $379, on United Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Santa Ana to Traverse City. It’s 18% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 32% higher.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Santa Ana to Traverse City?

United Airlines ($379) and American Airlines ($571) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Santa Ana to Traverse City according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from Santa Ana to Traverse City?

Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) is the most popular layover for the Santa Ana to Traverse City route. 86% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via ORD.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Santa Ana to Traverse City?

Flights via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $442. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Santa Ana to Traverse City which airport offers the shortest layover?

Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) had the shortest average connection time for Santa Ana to Traverse City layovers at 4h 04m over the past 3 months.

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Recent round-trip flight deals from Santa Ana to Traverse City

Sat, Oct 17 - Wed, Oct 21

10:37 am - 10:20 pmSNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital

8h 43m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

3:30 pm - 8:44 pmTVC Traverse City Cherry Capital-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

8h 14m1 stop Denver Intl

$379United Airlines

Sat, Oct 17 - Wed, Oct 21

9:00 am - 10:20 pmSNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital

10h 20m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

3:30 pm - 8:44 pmTVC Traverse City Cherry Capital-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

8h 14m1 stop Denver Intl

$384United Airlines

Wed, Jan 6 - Sat, Jan 9

2:10 pm - 11:59 pmSNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital

6h 49m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

5:10 am - 11:54 amTVC Traverse City Cherry Capital-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

9h 44m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$499United Airlines

Tue, Jan 26 - Sat, Jan 30

10:25 am - 8:24 pmSNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital

6h 59m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

5:10 am - 11:54 amTVC Traverse City Cherry Capital-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

9h 44m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$499United Airlines

Tue, Oct 13 - Sat, Oct 17

11:35 am - 11:28 pmSNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital

8h 53m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

1:03 pm - 8:17 pmTVC Traverse City Cherry Capital-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

10h 14m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$571American Airlines

Tue, Oct 13 - Sat, Oct 17

11:35 am - 11:28 pmSNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital

8h 53m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

8:06 am - 9:13 pmTVC Traverse City Cherry Capital-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

16h 07m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$582American Airlines

Tue, Oct 13 - Sat, Oct 17

11:35 am - 11:28 pmSNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital

8h 53m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

1:03 pm - 8:17 pmTVC Traverse City Cherry Capital-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

10h 14m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$598American Airlines

Tue, Oct 27 - Thu, Oct 29

11:32 am - 11:59 pmSNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital

9h 27m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

6:10 am - 5:22 pmTVC Traverse City Cherry Capital-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

14h 12m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$767Delta

Fri, Oct 9 - Tue, Oct 13

11:32 am - 11:59 pmSNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital

9h 27m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

12:13 pm - 10:30 pmTVC Traverse City Cherry Capital-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

13h 17m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$1,141Delta

Sat, Oct 10 - Wed, Oct 14

6:45 am - 10:38 pmSNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital

12h 53m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

12:13 pm - 10:30 pmTVC Traverse City Cherry Capital-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

13h 17m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$1,198Delta

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How much is a round-trip flight from Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana to Traverse City departing in october.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Santa Ana to Traverse City?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Santa Ana to Traverse City. It’s 18% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 32% higher.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from Santa Ana to Traverse City?
Two cabin classes are available on flights from Santa Ana to Traverse City:

• Economy Class
• First Class
How long is a flight from Santa Ana to Traverse City?
A nonstop flight from Santa Ana to Traverse City takes 00m, covering 1,873 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana to Traverse City flight?
Round-trip flights from Santa Ana to Traverse City range from $473 to $764, with an average of $570 over the past 12 months. Anything below $473 counts as a good deal.
How are flight prices from Santa Ana to Traverse City looking right now?
One-way fares from Santa Ana to Traverse City are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $478, which is 16% 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 Santa Ana to Traverse City?
Flights from Santa Ana to Traverse City usually depart from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA) and arrive at Traverse City Cherry Capital (TVC).
Which airports do connecting flights from Santa Ana to Traverse City pass through?
One-stop flights from Santa Ana to Traverse City most commonly connect through:

• Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 86% of one-stop connections
• Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 11% of one-stop connections
• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 3% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Santa Ana to Traverse City?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 38% on flights from Santa Ana to Traverse City. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $473 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $757, a difference of $284.

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 Santa Ana to Traverse City?
Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 11m, compared with 7h 19m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and 8h via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW).
What is the time difference between Santa Ana and Traverse City?
Traverse City is 3 hours ahead of Santa Ana (Eastern Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Monday flights average $473, about $284 less than Tuesday fares (38% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Santa Ana to Traverse City trip for December. Fares historically average $433 round-trip in that month - typically $375 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.

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

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