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    Zero deductible
    Kia Rio
    or similar Economy
    Automatic
    5
    1
    A/C
    4
    2
    €50.24
    per day
    Free cancellation
    8.2
    Very good
    In terminal
    Pick-up information
    Cherry Capital (Traverse City) Airport (TVC)
    727 Fly Don't Dr, Traverse City, MI, 49686
    The rental desk is located inside the terminal. Please follow the signs to car rental area.
    Drop-off information
    Cherry Capital (Traverse City) Airport (TVC)
    727 Fly Don't Dr, Traverse City, MI, 49686
    Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
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    Zero deductible
    Kia Soul
    or similar Compact
    Automatic
    5
    2
    A/C
    4
    1
    €50.24
    per day
    Free cancellation
    8.2
    Very good
    In terminal
    Pick-up information
    Cherry Capital (Traverse City) Airport (TVC)
    727 Fly Don't Dr, Traverse City, MI, 49686
    The rental desk is located inside the terminal. Please follow the signs to car rental area.
    Drop-off information
    Cherry Capital (Traverse City) Airport (TVC)
    727 Fly Don't Dr, Traverse City, MI, 49686
    Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
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    Zero deductible
    Toyota Corolla
    or similar Intermediate
    Automatic
    5
    1
    A/C
    4
    3
    €50.24
    per day
    Free cancellation
    8.2
    Very good
    In terminal
    Pick-up information
    Cherry Capital (Traverse City) Airport (TVC)
    727 Fly Don't Drive, Traverse City, MI, 49686
    The rental desk is located inside the terminal. Please follow the signs to car rental area.
    Drop-off information
    Cherry Capital (Traverse City) Airport (TVC)
    727 Fly Don't Drive, Traverse City, MI, 49686
    Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
    Low deposit
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    Zero deductible
    Toyota RAV4
    or similar Intermediate SUV
    Automatic
    5
    3
    A/C
    4
    4
    €51.10
    per day
    Free cancellation
    8.2
    Very good
    In terminal
    Pick-up information
    Cherry Capital (Traverse City) Airport (TVC)
    727 Fly Don't Drive, Traverse City, MI, 49686
    The rental desk is located inside the terminal. Please follow the signs to car rental area.
    Drop-off information
    Cherry Capital (Traverse City) Airport (TVC)
    727 Fly Don't Drive, Traverse City, MI, 49686
    Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
    Low deposit
    Instant confirmation!
    Unlimited mileage
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    Zero deductible
    Kia Soul
    or similar Compact
    Automatic
    5
    2
    A/C
    4
    5
    €51.35
    per day
    Free cancellation
    8.2
    Very good
    In terminal
    Pick-up information
    Cherry Capital (Traverse City) Airport (TVC)
    727 Fly Don't Drive, Traverse City, MI, 49686
    The rental desk is located inside the terminal. Please follow the signs to car rental area.
    Drop-off information
    Cherry Capital (Traverse City) Airport (TVC)
    727 Fly Don't Drive, Traverse City, MI, 49686
    Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
    Low deposit
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    Zero deductible
    Kia Rio
    or similar Economy
    Automatic
    5
    1
    A/C
    4
    6
    €51.35
    per day
    Free cancellation
    8.2
    Very good
    In terminal
    Pick-up information
    Cherry Capital (Traverse City) Airport (TVC)
    727 Fly Don't Drive, Traverse City, MI, 49686
    The rental desk is located inside the terminal. Please follow the signs to car rental area.
    Drop-off information
    Cherry Capital (Traverse City) Airport (TVC)
    727 Fly Don't Drive, Traverse City, MI, 49686
    Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
    Low deposit
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    Zero deductible
    Toyota RAV4
    or similar Intermediate SUV
    Automatic
    5
    3
    A/C
    4
    7
    €52.46
    per day
    Free cancellation
    8.2
    Very good
    In terminal
    Pick-up information
    Cherry Capital (Traverse City) Airport (TVC)
    727 Fly Don't Dr, Traverse City, MI, 49686
    The rental desk is located inside the terminal. Please follow the signs to car rental area.
    Drop-off information
    Cherry Capital (Traverse City) Airport (TVC)
    727 Fly Don't Dr, Traverse City, MI, 49686
    Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
    Low deposit
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    Zero deductible
    Toyota Camry
    or similar Full-size
    Automatic
    5
    2
    A/C
    4
    8
    €53.69
    per day
    Free cancellation
    8.2
    Very good
    In terminal
    Pick-up information
    Cherry Capital (Traverse City) Airport (TVC)
    727 Fly Don't Dr, Traverse City, MI, 49686
    The rental desk is located inside the terminal. Please follow the signs to car rental area.
    Drop-off information
    Cherry Capital (Traverse City) Airport (TVC)
    727 Fly Don't Dr, Traverse City, MI, 49686
    Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
    Low deposit
    Instant confirmation!
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    Zero deductible
    Volkswagen Jetta
    or similar Standard
    Automatic
    5
    2
    A/C
    4
    9
    €53.69
    per day
    Free cancellation
    8.2
    Very good
    In terminal
    Pick-up information
    Cherry Capital (Traverse City) Airport (TVC)
    727 Fly Don't Dr, Traverse City, MI, 49686
    The rental desk is located inside the terminal. Please follow the signs to car rental area.
    Drop-off information
    Cherry Capital (Traverse City) Airport (TVC)
    727 Fly Don't Dr, Traverse City, MI, 49686
    Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
    Low deposit
    Instant confirmation!
    Unlimited mileage
    Pay now
    Zero deductible
    Toyota Camry
    or similar Full-size
    Automatic
    5
    2
    A/C
    4
    10
    €53.69
    per day
    Free cancellation
    8.2
    Very good
    In terminal
    Pick-up information
    Cherry Capital (Traverse City) Airport (TVC)
    727 Fly Don't Drive, Traverse City, MI, 49686
    The rental desk is located inside the terminal. Please follow the signs to car rental area.
    Drop-off information
    Cherry Capital (Traverse City) Airport (TVC)
    727 Fly Don't Drive, Traverse City, MI, 49686
    Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
    Low deposit
    Instant confirmation!
    Unlimited mileage
    Pay now
    Zero deductible
    Volkswagen Jetta
    or similar Standard
    Automatic
    5
    2
    A/C
    4
    11
    €53.69
    per day
    Free cancellation
    8.2
    Very good
    In terminal
    Pick-up information
    Cherry Capital (Traverse City) Airport (TVC)
    727 Fly Don't Drive, Traverse City, MI, 49686
    The rental desk is located inside the terminal. Please follow the signs to car rental area.
    Drop-off information
    Cherry Capital (Traverse City) Airport (TVC)
    727 Fly Don't Drive, Traverse City, MI, 49686
    Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
    Low deposit
    Instant confirmation!
    Unlimited mileage
    Pay now
    Zero deductible
    Toyota Corolla
    or similar Intermediate
    Automatic
    5
    1
    A/C
    4
    12
    €58.37
    per day
    Free cancellation
    8.2
    Very good
    In terminal
    Pick-up information
    Cherry Capital (Traverse City) Airport (TVC)
    727 Fly Don't Dr, Traverse City, MI, 49686
    The rental desk is located inside the terminal. Please follow the signs to car rental area.
    Drop-off information
    Cherry Capital (Traverse City) Airport (TVC)
    727 Fly Don't Dr, Traverse City, MI, 49686
    Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
    Low deposit
    Instant confirmation!
    Unlimited mileage
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    Zero deductible
    Ford Edge
    or similar Standard SUV
    Automatic
    5
    3
    A/C
    4
    13
    €66.01
    per day
    Free cancellation
    8.2
    Very good
    In terminal
    Pick-up information
    Cherry Capital (Traverse City) Airport (TVC)
    727 Fly Don't Drive
    Drop-off information
    Cherry Capital (Traverse City) Airport (TVC)
    727 Fly Don't Drive
    Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
    Low deposit
    Instant confirmation!
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    Zero deductible
    Toyota Crown
    or similar Premium
    Automatic
    5
    2
    A/C
    4
    14
    €98.14
    per day
    Free cancellation
    8.2
    Very good
    In terminal
    Pick-up information
    Cherry Capital (Traverse City) Airport (TVC)
    727 Fly Don't Drive, Traverse City, MI, 49686
    The rental desk is located inside the terminal. Please follow the signs to car rental area.
    Drop-off information
    Cherry Capital (Traverse City) Airport (TVC)
    727 Fly Don't Drive, Traverse City, MI, 49686
    Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
    Average deposit
    Instant confirmation!
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    Zero deductible
    Nissan Maxima
    or similar Premium
    Automatic
    5
    2
    A/C
    4
    15
    €98.51
    per day
    Free cancellation
    8.2
    Very good
    In terminal
    Pick-up information
    Cherry Capital (Traverse City) Airport (TVC)
    727 Fly Don't Dr, Traverse City, MI, 49686
    The rental desk is located inside the terminal. Please follow the signs to car rental area.
    Drop-off information
    Cherry Capital (Traverse City) Airport (TVC)
    727 Fly Don't Dr, Traverse City, MI, 49686
    Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
    Average deposit
    Instant confirmation!
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    Zero deductible
    Cadillac XT5
    or similar Luxury
    Automatic
    5
    2
    A/C
    4
    16
    €100.11
    per day
    Free cancellation
    8.2
    Very good
    In terminal
    Pick-up information
    Cherry Capital (Traverse City) Airport (TVC)
    727 Fly Don't Drive, Traverse City, MI, 49686
    The rental desk is located inside the terminal. Please follow the signs to car rental area.
    Drop-off information
    Cherry Capital (Traverse City) Airport (TVC)
    727 Fly Don't Drive, Traverse City, MI, 49686
    Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
    Average deposit
    Instant confirmation!
    Unlimited mileage
    Pay now
    Zero deductible
    Hyundai Genesis
    or similar Luxury
    Automatic
    5
    2
    A/C
    4
    17
    €100.48
    per day
    Free cancellation
    8.2
    Very good
    In terminal
    Pick-up information
    Cherry Capital (Traverse City) Airport (TVC)
    727 Fly Don't Dr, Traverse City, MI, 49686
    The rental desk is located inside the terminal. Please follow the signs to car rental area.
    Drop-off information
    Cherry Capital (Traverse City) Airport (TVC)
    727 Fly Don't Dr, Traverse City, MI, 49686
    Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
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    The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 18:52 on 01.09.25. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.

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    Table of contents
    Cheapest car rental ratesWhy book with us?Travel informationCar rental prices in Traverse CityTop 11 cities near Traverse CityTop 9 locations near Traverse CityMap of top car rental locationsWhen to book in Traverse City and for how long?Car rental informationMost popular car models of rental suppliersCar rental statisticsTop 7 suppliers in Traverse City in 2025Award-winning service

    Travel information

    Languages
    English
    Currency
    USD
    Drive on
    Right-hand side
    Country code
    +1
    Average car rental price
    €87 per day
    Average car rental length
    4 days
    Speed limit within town
    40 km/h or 25 mph
    Speed limit out of town
    72 - 120 km/h or 45 - 75 mph
    Acceptable limit of BAC
    0.08%
    Average gas price
    €0.77 per liter or €2.91 per gallon
    Lowest gas price
    €0.66 per liter or €2.50 per gallon
    Highest gas price
    €0.80 per liter or €3.03 per gallon

    Top 11 cities near Traverse City

    1. Escanabafrom €81.90 per day
      160.9 km / 99.98 miles away
    2. Saginawfrom €56.19 per day
      178.8 km / 111.1 miles away
    3. Muskegonfrom €69.30 per day
      182.7 km / 113.52 miles away
    4. Grand Rapidsfrom €54.14 per day
      207 km / 128.62 miles away
    5. Lansingfrom €68.44 per day
      232.7 km / 144.59 miles away
    6. Flintfrom €68.44 per day
      246.5 km / 153.17 miles away
    7. Kalamazoofrom €68.44 per day
      278.8 km / 173.24 miles away
    8. Ann Arborfrom €68.44 per day
      316.8 km / 196.85 miles away
    9. Ypsilanti
      324.2 km / 201.45 miles away
    10. Detroitfrom €53.82 per day
      333.8 km / 207.41 miles away
    11. Houghtonfrom €82.44 per day
      351.1 km / 218.16 miles away

    Map of top car rental locations

    A
    Cherry Capital (Traverse City) Airport (TVC)
    7 rental locations

    When to book in Traverse City and for how long?

    What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Traverse City?

    Car rental prices in Traverse City vary by time of year. This graph shows the average prices per month to help you find the best time of year to rent.

    Saver's insights

    Cheapest monthSeptember Most expensive month July
    Average price €168 A good deal €77 Cheapest supplier Avis Cheapest car type Medium cars
    Average rental costs per day in Traverse City
    €185
    €92
    €0
    Jan

    €71

    in February

    Feb
    Mar
    Apr

    €54

    in May

    May
    Jun

    €168

    in July

    Jul
    Aug

    €49

    in September

    Sep
    Oct
    Nov
    Dec

    The cheapest month to rent a car in Traverse City is September (when prices average €48.56 per day). This is 71% cheaper than the yearly average and 71% cheaper than renting in July (when prices average €167.97).

    This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. How much your car rental will cost will depend on the type of vehicle you rent, how long you’ll rent it for, and how far ahead you book. Simply enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see the exact prices.

    What's the most popular month to rent a car in Traverse City?

    Based on the number of searches by our customers, the most popular month for renting a car in Traverse City is September, and the least popular is February.

    Monthly searches in Traverse City by pick-up date relative to the average
    3
    1.5
    0
    Jan

    0.4 times in February

    Feb
    Mar
    Apr

    0.4 times in May

    May
    Jun

    0.4 times in July

    Jul
    Aug

    2.7 times in September

    Sep
    Oct
    Nov
    Dec

    What’s the usual rental length in Traverse City?

    How long travelers keep their rental cars for varies from month to month: in July, the average renter keeps their car for 4 days, and in February, they keep their car for 2 days.

    Average number of rental days in Traverse City
    4
    2
    0
    Jan

    2 days in February

    Feb
    Mar
    Apr

    3 days in May

    May
    Jun

    4 days in July

    Jul
    Aug

    2 days in September

    Sep
    Oct
    Nov
    Dec

    Car rental information

    📍 Car rental locations1
    ✈️ Airport locations1
    🔥 Popular suppliersAlamo, Enterprise
    🚗 Popular car typesSUVs, Premium cars
    🤑 Lowest price€70 per day
    👛 Cheapest supplierAvis

    Car rental statistics

    Highest-rated company
    Hertz (rated 8.3 / 10)
    Lowest-rated company
    Enterprise (rated 8.2 / 10)
    Total rental companies
    7
    Average daily price
    €87
    Lowest daily price
    €70
    Total cars available
    246

    Top 7 suppliers in Traverse City in 2025

    Hertz
    1 location
    Hertz
    8.3
    Very good
    Value for money
    8.3
    Ease of finding
    8.2
    Agent helpfulness
    8.3
    Pick-up speed
    8
    Drop-off speed
    8.2
    Car cleanliness
    8.4
    Car condition
    8.5
    €30
    per day
    Most popular location
    727 Fly Don't Dr, Traverse City, MI 49686
    Alamo
    1 location
    Alamo
    8.3
    Very good
    1 review
    Value for money
    8.3
    Ease of finding
    8.2
    Agent helpfulness
    8.5
    Pick-up speed
    8
    Drop-off speed
    8.2
    Car cleanliness
    8.5
    Car condition
    8.5
    €81 - €389
    per day
    Most popular location
    727 FLY DONT DR,
    Dollar
    1 location
    Dollar
    8.2
    Very good
    Value for money
    8
    Ease of finding
    8.2
    Agent helpfulness
    8
    Pick-up speed
    8
    Drop-off speed
    8.2
    Car cleanliness
    8.6
    Car condition
    8.8
    €81 - €389
    per day
    Most popular location
    727 Fly Don't Drive
    Avis
    1 location
    Avis
    8.2
    Very good
    Value for money
    8.1
    Ease of finding
    8.2
    Agent helpfulness
    8.2
    Pick-up speed
    8
    Drop-off speed
    8.2
    Car cleanliness
    8.2
    Car condition
    8.3
    €70 - €141
    per day
    Most popular location
    727 Fly Don't Dr, Traverse City, MI, 49686
    National
    1 location
    National
    8.2
    Very good
    Value for money
    8.1
    Ease of finding
    8.2
    Agent helpfulness
    8.3
    Pick-up speed
    8
    Drop-off speed
    8.2
    Car cleanliness
    8.2
    Car condition
    8.3
    €83 - €461
    per day
    Most popular location
    727 Fly Don't Dr, Traverse City, MI 49686
    Budget
    1 location
    Budget
    8.2
    Very good
    Value for money
    8.2
    Ease of finding
    8.2
    Agent helpfulness
    8.2
    Pick-up speed
    8
    Drop-off speed
    8.2
    Car cleanliness
    8.2
    Car condition
    8.3
    €70 - €156
    per day
    Most popular location
    727 Fly Don't Drive, Traverse City, MI, 49686
    Enterprise
    1 location
    Enterprise
    8.2
    Very good
    Value for money
    8.2
    Ease of finding
    8.2
    Agent helpfulness
    8.3
    Pick-up speed
    8
    Drop-off speed
    8.2
    Car cleanliness
    8.2
    Car condition
    8.4
    €82 - €427
    per day
    Most popular location
    727 Fly Don't Dr, Traverse City, MI 49686

    Award-winning service

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    Travel & Hospitality Awards 2021
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    FT 1000: Europe's Fastest Growing Companies - Top 300 Companies 2021
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    Uzakrota Travel Awards - World’s Leading Car Rental Website 2022
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    Highly recommended by our customers

    Very easy service to use and a good…
    Very easy service to use and a good price.
    Grahame,
    2 Sept 2025
    perfect all
    perfect all
    Jacques escourrou,
    2 Sept 2025
    Quick and easy
    Quick and easy
    Janet Robinson,
    2 Sept 2025
    Easy to book
    Easy to book
    Mauro,
    2 Sept 2025
    Reserverin go fast,good price.
    Reserverin go fast,good price.
    Senior Cortez,
    2 Sept 2025
    Everything went smoothly
    Everything went smoothly, no problems.
    Richard Condon from Belgium,
    2 Sept 2025
    Very quick and easy experience
    Very quick and easy experience! I loved it! 🤓
    Aiden Bailey,
    2 Sept 2025
    Very good and fast
    Very good and fast
    Rakesh Paul,
    2 Sept 2025
    ease and price
    clear info, easy process, economical pricing
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    2 Sept 2025
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    2 Sept 2025
    Great prices and easy website
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    Mr Hunjan,
    2 Sept 2025
    Easy booking and good price
    Easy booking
    Mohammad Mehrani,
    2 Sept 2025
    CONDITION - VERY GOOD
    VERY GOOD OK
    CRISTINA DELLA ROSA,
    2 Sept 2025
    Easy and quick
    Easy and quick
    Kunde,
    2 Sept 2025
    Easy booking
    Easy booking, good prices and vearity of cars
    Slawomir,
    2 Sept 2025
    Easy
    Easy But high prices
    ABDULLA ,
    2 Sept 2025
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