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Cheapest round-trip
$329
Typical prices: $466-$742
American Airlines
Fri 2/23Tue 2/27
SEA - TVC • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$212
Typical prices: $325-$465
Multiple Airlines
Sun 11/11
SEA - TVC • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Seattle and Traverse City. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
23 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 23 weeks in advance save around 32% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
April
Cheapest • 42% price drop
August
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Charlotte Douglas (CLT)
Cheapest • Avg $305 (round-trip)
Minneapolis St Paul (MSP)
Shortest trip • 7h 17m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Seattle to Traverse City (SEA-TVC)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Seattle to Traverse City

Wed, Oct 28 - Wed, Nov 4
American Airlines Logo
11:59 pm - 11:26 amSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital
8h 27m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
2:44 pm - 8:20 pmTVC  Traverse City Cherry Capital-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
8h 36m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$329American Airlines
Tue, Feb 23 - Sat, Feb 27
American Airlines Logo
11:59 pm - 11:16 amSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital
8h 17m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
2:43 pm - 8:15 pmTVC  Traverse City Cherry Capital-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
8h 32m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$329American Airlines
Sat, Nov 7 - Sat, Nov 14
Delta Logo
11:10 pm - 11:33 amSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital
9h 23m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 11:09 amTVC  Traverse City Cherry Capital-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
8h 09m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$329Delta
Tue, Nov 3 - Sat, Nov 7
Delta Logo
3:00 pm - 11:59 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital
5h 59m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
6:10 am - 10:40 amTVC  Traverse City Cherry Capital-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
7h 30m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$329Delta
Wed, Nov 4 - Sat, Nov 7
Delta Logo
3:00 pm - 11:59 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital
5h 59m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
6:10 am - 10:40 amTVC  Traverse City Cherry Capital-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
7h 30m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$329Delta
Sat, Oct 31 - Thu, Nov 5
American Airlines Logo
11:17 am - 11:28 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital
9h 11m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
2:44 pm - 8:20 pmTVC  Traverse City Cherry Capital-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
8h 36m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$354American Airlines
Wed, Oct 28 - Wed, Nov 4
United Airlines Logo
10:56 pm - 10:07 amSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital
8h 11m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
10:48 am - 5:57 pmTVC  Traverse City Cherry Capital-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
10h 09m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl
$356United Airlines
Fri, Nov 6 - Sat, Nov 14
United Airlines Logo
7:35 pm - 10:07 amSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital
11h 32m2 stops San Francisco Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
5:00 pm - 9:19 pmTVC  Traverse City Cherry Capital-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
7h 19m1 stop Denver Intl
$359United Airlines
Wed, Nov 25 - Tue, Dec 1
Alaska Airlines Logo
11:58 pm - 11:25 amSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital
8h 27m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
Alaska Airlines Logo
5:56 am - 12:00 pmTVC  Traverse City Cherry Capital-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
9h 04m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$675Alaska Airlines
Sat, Nov 7 - Sun, Nov 15
Alaska Airlines Logo
9:56 am - 11:51 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital
10h 55m2 stops Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld Chicago O'Hare Intl
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:01 am - 2:31 pmTVC  Traverse City Cherry Capital-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
11h 30m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld
$686Alaska Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Seattle to Traverse City flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Seattle to Traverse City typically range from $466 to $742. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $329, on American Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Seattle to Traverse City. It’s 24% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 18% higher.

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

•April is the cheapest month to fly from Seattle to Traverse City at $357 round-trip.
•December ($811) and July ($705) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 127% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Seattle to Traverse City the cheapest?

Flights from Seattle to Traverse City are cheapest 23 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 32% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Seattle to Traverse City flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$212
Beat the crowds with an average 72% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 239% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Seattle to Traverse City

When to book flights from Seattle to Traverse City

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

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

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

    A nonstop flight from Seattle to Traverse City takes 00m, covering 1,752 miles.

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

    Round-trip flights from Seattle to Traverse City range from $466 to $742, with an average of $616 over the past 12 months. Anything below $466 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 6% above the $616 route average. Book 23 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Seattle 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 $329 to $1,911. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Seattle to Traverse City are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $310, which is 21% below 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 Seattle to Traverse City?

    Flights from Seattle to Traverse City usually depart from Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) and arrive at Traverse City Cherry Capital (TVC).

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

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

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 83% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 8% of one-stop connections
    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 8% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 1% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 35% on flights from Seattle to Traverse City. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $474 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $729, a difference of $255.

    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 Seattle to Traverse City?

    Flying via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 17m, compared with 7h 37m via Denver Intl (DEN) and 7h 43m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

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

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

Your guide to booking Seattle 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 Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $474, about $255 less than Sunday fares (35% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 23 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 32% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Seattle to Traverse City trip for April. Fares historically average $357 round-trip in that month - typically $454 less than the most expensive month, which is December (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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