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Cheapest round-trip
$435
Typical prices: $456-$645
American Airlines
Fri 10/5Sun 10/21
DCA - TVC • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$464
Typical prices: $458-$648
American Airlines
Wed 9/12Sun 9/16
DCA - TVC • Non-stop
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There are currently no direct flights between Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport and Traverse City. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Cheapest • Avg $423 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 56m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Reagan-National to Traverse City (DCA-TVC)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Reagan-National to Traverse City

Mon, Oct 5 - Wed, Oct 21
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11:30 am - 11:28 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital
11h 58m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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8:12 pm - 10:06 amTVC  Traverse City Cherry Capital-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
13h 54m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$435American Airlines
Sat, Sep 19 - Wed, Sep 23
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7:42 am - 9:54 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital
14h 12m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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7:26 pm - 1:38 pmTVC  Traverse City Cherry Capital-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
18h 12m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$435American Airlines
Sat, Oct 10 - Wed, Oct 14
American Airlines Logo
11:30 am - 11:28 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital
11h 58m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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8:11 pm - 10:06 amTVC  Traverse City Cherry Capital-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
13h 55m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$435American Airlines
Sat, Sep 26 - Sat, Oct 3
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10:14 pm - 2:19 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital
16h 05m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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7:47 am - 10:00 pmTVC  Traverse City Cherry Capital-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
14h 13m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$435American Airlines
Sat, Oct 17 - Wed, Oct 21
United Airlines Logo
1:15 pm - 6:35 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital
5h 20m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:00 am - 12:08 pmTVC  Traverse City Cherry Capital-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
6h 08m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$447United Airlines
Sat, Oct 17 - Tue, Oct 20
Delta Logo
6:10 am - 11:33 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital
5h 23m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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6:03 pm - 11:07 pmTVC  Traverse City Cherry Capital-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
5h 04m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$447Delta
Sat, Oct 31 - Wed, Nov 4
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6:26 pm - 10:38 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital
4h 12m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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12:13 pm - 6:37 pmTVC  Traverse City Cherry Capital-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
6h 24m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$447Delta
Sat, Sep 12 - Wed, Sep 16
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3:30 pm - 8:34 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital
5h 04m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:31 am - 11:00 amTVC  Traverse City Cherry Capital-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
4h 29m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$484United Airlines
Mon, Oct 5 - Wed, Oct 21
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6:30 am - 1:24 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital
6h 54m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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8:32 am - 1:08 pmTVC  Traverse City Cherry Capital-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
4h 36m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$496United Airlines
Wed, Oct 28 - Sun, Nov 1
Delta Logo
7:22 pm - 11:59 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital
4h 37m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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6:10 am - 11:32 amTVC  Traverse City Cherry Capital-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
5h 22m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$496Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Traverse City flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Traverse City?

Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Traverse City start at $435. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $456 to $645. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $435 on American Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Traverse City?

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Traverse City, it is 14% cheaper than the average day. Thursday is the most expensive day with flight prices 6% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Traverse City?

  • April is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Traverse City at $459 round-trip.
  • March ($993) and December ($757) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 116% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Traverse City the cheapest?

Flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Traverse City are cheapest 20 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 44% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Traverse City flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$243
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 37% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 4% increase in price.
Flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Traverse City

When to book flights from Reagan-National to Traverse City

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Reagan-National 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Traverse City flight questions, answered

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

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Traverse City flights?

    Among airlines operating Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Traverse City flights:

    • American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • What airlines are available from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Traverse City?

    Only American Airlines operates flights between Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport and Traverse City.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Traverse City?

    Flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Traverse City usually depart from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) and arrive at Traverse City Cherry Capital (TVC).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Traverse City flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Traverse City?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Traverse City:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Traverse City?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $423 round-trip via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW), compared to $554 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Traverse City?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $50–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Traverse City?

    The Embraer 175 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by American Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Traverse City pass through?

    One-stop flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Traverse City most commonly connect through:

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 90% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 7% of one-stop connections
    • Boston Logan Intl (BOS) - 3% 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Traverse City?

    On the Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Traverse City route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 19%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $474 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $585: a $111 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Traverse City?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Traverse City:

    • Earliest: departs at 8:32 am and lands at 10:41 am
    • Latest: departs at 2:59 pm and lands at 5:08 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 09m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Traverse City flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 28% above the route average of $551. Book 20 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Traverse City?

    A nonstop flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Traverse City takes 2h 09m, covering 598 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport 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 $435 to $1,694. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Traverse City looking right now?

    One-way fares from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Traverse City are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $309, which is 35% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Traverse City?

    Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 56m, compared with 5h 13m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and 6h 55m via Boston Logan Intl (BOS).

  • 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Traverse City flight?

    Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Traverse City range from $456 to $645, with an average of $551 over the past 12 months. Anything below $456 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Traverse City flights?

    American Airlines is the only airline on the Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Traverse City route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

Your guide to booking Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Traverse City 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 Thursday. On this route, Saturday flights average $474 - about $111 less than Thursday (19% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 20 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 44% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Traverse City trip for April. Fares historically average $459 round-trip in that month - typically $534 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $423 round-trip on this route - about $130 less than direct flights (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.
    - Grand Beach Resort Hotel
    - Country Inn and Suites by Radisson, Traverse City
    - Sugar Beach Resort Hotel

Prefer to fly direct from Reagan Washington National Airport to Traverse City?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Traverse City Cherry Capital Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to Traverse City Cherry Capital

Monday

American Airlines

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Tuesday

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American Airlines

Wednesday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Thursday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Friday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Saturday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Sunday

American Airlines

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Direct returns

Traverse City Cherry Capital to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Monday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Tuesday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Wednesday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Thursday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Friday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Saturday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Sunday

American Airlines

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