Airport
Cherry Capital Airport (TVC)
Cherry Capital Airport is the main air gateway to Traverse City and Northern Michigan's lakeshore towns, wineries, and outdoor recreation areas. Compare transfer options to downtown Traverse City, the Grand Traverse region, and nearby resort destinations.
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About Cherry Capital Airport
Cherry Capital Airport is the primary commercial airport serving Traverse City and the Grand Traverse region of northern Michigan. It connects travelers to major U.S. hubs and leisure destinations and acts as the main air gateway to Lake Michigan shorelines, Sleeping Bear Dunes, wineries, and year-round outdoor recreation.
The airport is located about 3 km (2 mi) south of downtown Traverse City. Its current terminal opened in October 2004 and brings ticketing, security screening, gate hold rooms, baggage claim, and passenger services together in a single building designed to reflect the region's natural setting.
TVC offers nonstop flights through Allegiant, American, Delta, JetBlue, Sun Country, and United, serving major hubs and seasonal destinations. Ground transportation includes taxis, rental cars, private transfers, and BATA public bus service, making the drive to downtown Traverse City and surrounding communities straightforward.
With a post-security café, a gift shop, free Wi-Fi, and close-in parking, the airport provides a compact and convenient travel experience for visitors exploring Northern Michigan.
Terminal Overview
Terminals
Cherry Capital Airport operates a single passenger terminal used for all commercial flights. The terminal combines ticketing, security screening, gate hold rooms, and baggage claim in one connected building, and it serves domestic carriers such as Allegiant, American, Delta, JetBlue, Sun Country, and United.
Ground Transportation Services to and from Cherry Capital Airport
Transfers
Book private transfers from Cherry Capital Airport to hotels, downtown Traverse City, lakefront resorts, wineries, and other destinations across the Grand Traverse region.
Hourly Chauffeur
Arrange a professional chauffeur by the hour for flexible travel from TVC to business meetings, wine tours, events, or journeys around Traverse City and Northern Michigan.
Car Rental
Rent a car from Cherry Capital Airport for independent travel around Traverse City, the Sleeping Bear Dunes area, and onward trips through Northern Michigan.
Bus & Group Transfers
Organize minibuses or charter buses for groups traveling between Cherry Capital Airport, hotels, event venues, and destinations across the Traverse City area.
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