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Cheapest round-trip
$359
Typical prices: $356-$556
American Airlines
Fri 9/21Fri 9/28
TVC - SAN • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$277
Typical prices: $387-$503
American Airlines
Wed 10/10
TVC - SAN • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Traverse City and San Diego. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 32% price drop
March
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Cheapest • Avg $393 (round-trip)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW)
Shortest trip • 7h 29m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Traverse City to San Diego (TVC-SAN)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Traverse City to San Diego

Mon, Sep 21 - Mon, Sep 28
American Airlines Logo
7:16 pm - 11:25 pmTVC  Traverse City Cherry Capital-SAN San Diego
7h 09m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
10:46 pm - 10:26 amSAN  San Diego-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital
8h 40m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$359American Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 7
American Airlines Logo
4:55 pm - 11:54 pmTVC  Traverse City Cherry Capital-SAN San Diego
9h 59m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
1:29 pm - 11:26 pmSAN  San Diego-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital
6h 57m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$359American Airlines
Fri, Sep 18 - Tue, Sep 22
Delta Logo
5:57 pm - 10:06 pmTVC  Traverse City Cherry Capital-SAN San Diego
7h 09m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
2:30 pm - 11:58 pmSAN  San Diego-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital
6h 28m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$359Delta
Tue, Sep 22 - Fri, Oct 2
Delta Logo
6:20 am - 10:18 amTVC  Traverse City Cherry Capital-SAN San Diego
6h 58m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
11:30 am - 11:58 pmSAN  San Diego-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital
9h 28m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$359Delta
Wed, Oct 14 - Tue, Oct 20
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 9:32 amTVC  Traverse City Cherry Capital-SAN San Diego
6h 32m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
10:30 pm - 10:03 amSAN  San Diego-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital
8h 33m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$359United Airlines
Fri, Sep 25 - Fri, Oct 2
United Airlines Logo
10:25 am - 3:49 pmTVC  Traverse City Cherry Capital-SAN San Diego
8h 24m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
2:07 pm - 11:51 pmSAN  San Diego-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital
6h 44m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$359United Airlines
Fri, Sep 18 - Tue, Sep 22
American Airlines Logo
4:09 pm - 9:30 pmTVC  Traverse City Cherry Capital-SAN San Diego
8h 21m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
10:46 pm - 10:26 amSAN  San Diego-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital
8h 40m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$359American Airlines
Thu, Oct 8 - Sat, Oct 10
JetBlue Logo
10:10 am - 10:09 amTVC  Traverse City Cherry Capital-SAN San Diego
26h 59m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
JetBlue Logo
2:45 pm - 9:20 amSAN  San Diego-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital
15h 35m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
$714JetBlue
Tue, Oct 6 - Wed, Oct 14
Alaska Airlines Logo
11:56 am - 5:01 pmTVC  Traverse City Cherry Capital-SAN San Diego
8h 05m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 7:19 pmSAN  San Diego-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital
9h 19m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$773Alaska Airlines
Wed, Oct 7 - Tue, Oct 13
Alaska Airlines Logo
11:56 am - 5:01 pmTVC  Traverse City Cherry Capital-SAN San Diego
8h 05m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
Alaska Airlines Logo
12:35 pm - 11:28 pmSAN  San Diego-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital
7h 53m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$773Alaska Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Traverse City to San Diego flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Traverse City to San Diego start at $359. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $356 to $556. 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 San Diego?

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Traverse City to San Diego, it is 12% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 73% 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 San Diego?

  • January is the cheapest month to fly from Traverse City to San Diego at $288 round-trip.
  • March ($759) and July ($548) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 163% 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 San Diego flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

$277
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 9% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 79% increase in price.
Flight from Traverse City to San Diego

When to book flights from Traverse City to San Diego

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

    Flights from Traverse City to San Diego usually depart from Traverse City Cherry Capital (TVC) and arrive at San Diego (SAN).

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Traverse City to San Diego:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

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

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 58% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 41% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 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 San Diego?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 49% on the Traverse City to San Diego route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $378 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $738, a difference of $360. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in San Diego?

    Some of the most popular sights in San Diego are Gaslamp Quarter, San Diego Convention Center and SeaWorld San Diego. These are among the most viewed places in San Diego on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Traverse City to San Diego?

    A nonstop flight from Traverse City to San Diego takes 0h 00m, covering 1,878 miles.

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

    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 San Diego 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 $1,836. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Traverse City to San Diego are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $411, which is 5% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 18m, compared with 7h 29m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and 7h 44m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • What is the time difference between Traverse City and San Diego?

    San Diego 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 San Diego Airport (SAN)?

    San Diego Airport (SAN) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $14 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Dollar
    · Payless
    · Europcar
    · Thrifty
    · Fox

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

    Round-trip flights from Traverse City to San Diego range from $356 to $556, with an average of $425 over the past 12 months. Anything below $356 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Traverse City to San Diego 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 Wednesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $378 - about $360 less than Sunday (49% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Traverse City to San Diego trip for January. Fares historically average $288 round-trip in that month - typically $471 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 San Diego Airport.
    - Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy
    - Bay Club Hotel & Marina
    - Best Western Plus Bayside Inn

Everything you need to know for your flight from Traverse City to San Diego

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Traverse City (TVC)
San Diego (SAN)