Cheap Flights from Chicago O'Hare International to Traverse City

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Chicago O'Hare International to Traverse City flights are currently cheapest in May.

Direct flights from Chicago O'Hare International to Traverse City

Chicago O'Hare International to Traverse City: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Chicago O'Hare International to Traverse City below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Traverse City.

Chicago to Traverse City: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 3,773
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time1 hr, 17 mins
Most popular airlineAmerican Airlines
Average flights per week351

Finding cheap flights from Chicago O'Hare International to Traverse City: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Chicago O'Hare International to Traverse City is R 3,318. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 17 minutes is the average flight time from Chicago O'Hare International to Traverse City.
American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and SkyWest Airlines fly direct from Chicago O'Hare International to Traverse City.
As of April 2025, there are 351 flights per week flying from Chicago O'Hare International to Traverse City.
The cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare International to Traverse City is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Traverse City Airport on Thursday, 12 June 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 17 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Traverse City but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Traverse City is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, United offers the cheapest flight tickets to Traverse City.

Flying from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Cherry Capital Airport (TVC): what you need to know

  • Take a direct flight from O'Hare International Airport to Cherry Capital Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 15 minutes.

  • Each week, there are 77 O'Hare International Airport to Cherry Capital Airport flights. If you want to get going as soon as possible, select the 08:00 American Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last departure is at 21:40 with United Airlines.

  • Your ORD to TVC flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.

  • You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.

  • American Airlines offers direct flights from O'Hare International Airport to Cherry Capital Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Traverse City — and maybe even more of United States if your schedule allows.

  • The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is American Airlines.

  • United Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering ORD to TVC flights, with 72.44% of its services reaching their destination on time.

  • We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from O'Hare International Airport to Cherry Capital Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Top stopovers between ORD and TVC include:

    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

    • Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport

    • Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Cherry Capital Airport (TVC)

  • Currently, R 3,773 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way O'Hare International Airport to Cherry Capital Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 3,318. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.

  • Book eight months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from ORD to TVC.

  • The cheapest month for flights from O'Hare International Airport to Cherry Capital Airport is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.

  • You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from ORD to TVC.

  • Lock in the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from O'Hare International Airport to Cherry Capital Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.

Handy information about O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

  • You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.

  • Of the flights that depart from O'Hare International Airport, 74.85% touch down on time at their destination.

  • To reach O'Hare International Airport from central Chicago, it takes about 35 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • The trip on public transport typically takes 55 minutes.

  • Booked an early flight from O'Hare International Airport to Cherry Capital Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to ORD:

Arriving at Cherry Capital Airport (TVC)

Getting from Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) to central Traverse City

  • You'll find TVC at 727 Fly Don't Dr.

  • From Cherry Capital Airport, Traverse City is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to drive to the centre.

  • If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 40 minutes.

When to fly to Cherry Capital Airport (TVC)

  • August is the most popular month for flights from O'Hare International Airport to Cherry Capital Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Traverse City in February.

  • The warmest month in Traverse City is July, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Lock in your flights from O'Hare International Airport to Cherry Capital Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • February has average temperatures of between -16ºC (3ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Search for cheap tickets from ORD to TVC sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.

Explore more of United States

  • You've visited Traverse City, now it's time to explore other corners of United States. Journey around 354 kilometres south-west to Chicago to check off its popular sights. From Millennium Park to Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.

  • Detroit is another standout destination in United States and is around 338 kilometres south-east of Traverse City. No journey is complete without experiencing Detroit Institute of Arts, Motown Museum and Michigan Central Station.

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