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Cheapest round-trip
$359
Typical prices: $368-$587
American Airlines
Wed 9/12Sat 9/15
TVC - PDX • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$272
Typical prices: $379-$488
JetBlue
Mon 9/3
TVC - PDX • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Traverse City and Portland. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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September
Cheapest • 25% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Charlotte Douglas (CLT)
Cheapest • Avg $348 (round-trip)
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Shortest trip • 7h 32m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Traverse City to Portland (TVC-PDX)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Traverse City to Portland

Sat, Dec 5 - Fri, Dec 11
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6:05 pm - 10:02 pmTVC  Traverse City Cherry Capital-PDX Portland
6h 57m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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11:20 pm - 11:28 amPDX  Portland-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital
9h 08m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$359Delta
Sat, Sep 12 - Tue, Sep 15
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7:16 pm - 12:07 amTVC  Traverse City Cherry Capital-PDX Portland
7h 51m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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11:08 pm - 10:26 amPDX  Portland-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital
8h 18m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$359American Airlines
Sat, Oct 10 - Sat, Oct 17
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4:48 pm - 10:21 pmTVC  Traverse City Cherry Capital-PDX Portland
8h 33m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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11:30 pm - 10:03 amPDX  Portland-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital
7h 33m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$359United Airlines
Sat, Oct 10 - Sat, Oct 17
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10:15 am - 3:56 pmTVC  Traverse City Cherry Capital-PDX Portland
8h 41m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:00 am - 2:27 pmPDX  Portland-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital
6h 27m1 stop Denver Intl
$359United Airlines
Tue, Dec 22 - Mon, Jan 4
American Airlines Logo
5:45 pm - 12:09 amTVC  Traverse City Cherry Capital-PDX Portland
9h 24m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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11:31 pm - 10:27 amPDX  Portland-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital
7h 56m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$359American Airlines
Sat, Sep 12 - Sun, Sep 27
American Airlines Logo
7:16 pm - 12:07 amTVC  Traverse City Cherry Capital-PDX Portland
7h 51m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
11:08 pm - 10:26 amPDX  Portland-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital
8h 18m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$359American Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Fri, Dec 11
Delta Logo
6:05 pm - 10:02 pmTVC  Traverse City Cherry Capital-PDX Portland
6h 57m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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9:32 am - 12:03 amPDX  Portland-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital
11h 31m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$364Delta
Sun, Dec 13 - Sun, Jan 17
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6:05 pm - 10:02 pmTVC  Traverse City Cherry Capital-PDX Portland
6h 57m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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6:04 am - 11:08 pmPDX  Portland-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital
14h 04m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$364Delta
Wed, Sep 16 - Tue, Sep 22
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10:56 am - 6:38 pmTVC  Traverse City Cherry Capital-PDX Portland
10h 42m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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6:20 am - 6:46 pmPDX  Portland-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital
9h 26m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$783Alaska Airlines
Tue, Sep 15 - Tue, Sep 22
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10:56 am - 7:50 pmTVC  Traverse City Cherry Capital-PDX Portland
11h 54m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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9:20 am - 9:54 pmPDX  Portland-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital
9h 34m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$783Alaska Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Traverse City to Portland flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Traverse City to Portland start at $359. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $368 to $587. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $359 on American Airlines.

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Traverse City to Portland, it is 15% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 110% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • September is the cheapest month to fly from Traverse City to Portland at $348 round-trip.
  • January ($803) and December ($662) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 130% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Traverse City to Portland flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$272
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 74% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 9% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Traverse City to Portland

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Traverse City to Portland based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Traverse City to Portland flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

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

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

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Traverse City to Portland?

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

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

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

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 81% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 1% of one-stop connections

    Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    On the Traverse City to Portland route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 60%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $398 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $974: a $576 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What popular places can I visit in Portland?

    Some of the most popular sights in Portland are Oregon Convention Center, Moda Center and OHSU Center for Health and Healing. These are among the most viewed places in Portland on KAYAK.

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

    A nonstop flight from Traverse City to Portland takes 0h 00m, covering 1,787 miles.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Traverse City to Portland?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Traverse City to Portland:

    • Earliest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am
    • Latest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am.

    The flight takes about 0h 00m.

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

    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 Traverse City to Portland 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 $359 to $1,051. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Traverse City to Portland are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $356, which is 14% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 32m, compared with 7h 38m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and 9h 47m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

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

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

  • What car rental options are available at Portland Airport (PDX)?

    Portland Airport (PDX) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $24 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Thrifty
    · Dollar
    · Hertz
    · Sixt
    · Payless

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Traverse City to Portland flight?

    Round-trip flights from Traverse City to Portland range from $368 to $587, with an average of $463 over the past 12 months. Anything below $368 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Traverse City to Portland flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $398 - about $576 less than Sunday (59% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Traverse City to Portland trip for September. Fares historically average $348 round-trip in that month - typically $455 less than the most expensive month, which is January (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Portland Airport.
    - Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Portland Air, OR
    - Holiday Inn Portland-Airport (I-205) By IHG
    - Radisson Hotel Portland Airport

Everything you need to know for your flight from Traverse City to Portland

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Traverse City (TVC)
Portland (PDX)