Car Rental at Cherry Capital (Traverse City) Airport
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Kia Rio
or similar Economy
Automatic
5
1
A/C
4
€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
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Kia Soul
or similar Compact
Automatic
5
2
A/C
4
€50.24
per day
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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
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Toyota Corolla
or similar Intermediate
Automatic
5
1
A/C
4
€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
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Toyota RAV4
or similar Intermediate SUV
Automatic
5
3
A/C
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
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Kia Soul
or similar Compact
Automatic
5
2
A/C
4
€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
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Kia Rio
or similar Economy
Automatic
5
1
A/C
4
€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
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Toyota RAV4
or similar Intermediate SUV
Automatic
5
3
A/C
4
€52.46
per day
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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
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Toyota Camry
or similar Full-size
Automatic
5
2
A/C
4
€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
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Volkswagen Jetta
or similar Standard
Automatic
5
2
A/C
4
€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
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Toyota Camry
or similar Full-size
Automatic
5
2
A/C
4
€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
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Volkswagen Jetta
or similar Standard
Automatic
5
2
A/C
4
€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
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Toyota Corolla
or similar Intermediate
Automatic
5
1
A/C
4
€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
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Ford Edge
or similar Standard SUV
Automatic
5
3
A/C
4
€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
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Toyota Crown
or similar Premium
Automatic
5
2
A/C
4
€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.
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Nissan Maxima
or similar Premium
Automatic
5
2
A/C
4
€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.
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Cadillac XT5
or similar Luxury
Automatic
5
2
A/C
4
€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.
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Hyundai Genesis
or similar Luxury
Automatic
5
2
A/C
4
€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 01:34 on 15.09.25. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.
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Table of contents
- Cheapest car rental rates
- Why book with us?
- Travel information
- Airport travel guide
- Top international routes
- Main airlines
- Terminals
- Location
- Most popular types of rental car
- Car rental desks
- Services and facilities
- Nearest gas station
- Popular one-way rentals
- Airport info
- Top 8 locations near Cherry Capital (Traverse City) Airport
- Map of top car rental locations
- When to book at Cherry Capital (Traverse City) Airport and for how long?
- Car rental information
- Most popular car models of rental suppliers
- Car rental statistics
- Top 7 suppliers at Cherry Capital (Traverse City) Airport in 2025
- Award-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
€0.76 per liter or €2.88 per gallon
Lowest gas price
€0.65 per liter or €2.46 per gallon
Highest gas price
€0.80 per liter or €3.03 per gallon
Airport travel guide
Traverse City Airport is also known as Cherry Capital Airport.
Top international routes
- Chicago
- Detroit
- Minneapolis/St. Paul
- Dallas/Fort Worth
- New York City
- Atlanta
Main airlines
Delta Air Lines, American Eagle, and United Airlines
Terminals
The single airport terminal, first opened in 2004, serves all incoming and outgoing air traffic.
Location
Traverse City Airport mainly serves Grand Traverse County and Leelanau County. It’s about 2.3 mi (3.7 km) southeast of Traverse City. South Airport Road, Garfield Avenue, and Eighth Street are the main streets connecting the airport to the city.
Most popular types of rental car
- Large cars - from €70 per day
- SUVs - from €72 per day
- Small cars - from €70 per day
- Medium cars - from €70 per day
- Premium cars - from €89 per day
- Convertibles - from €128 per day
Car rental desks
Many are located across from the baggage claim area, right after the post-flight security check. The exact location of your car rental provider's desk will be listed on your Confirmation Voucher.
Services and facilities
Although the airport is very small, you’ll find souvenir shops, a newsstand, a cafeteria that serves soups and sandwiches, and a few nearby hotels. Wireless internet is available throughout Traverse City Airport. Travelers with reduced mobility should contact their airline in advance to find out what kind of help they can receive at the airport.
Nearest gas station
Costco Gasoline station at 125 South Airport Road can be reached in about three minutes. There are other gas stations near the airport and in Traverse City.
Popular one-way rentals
- Detroit (250 mi / 402 km)
- Milwaukee (220 mi / 354 km)
- Chicago (315 mi / 507 km)
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Airport info
Name
Cherry Capital (Traverse City) Airport (TVC)
IATA
TVC
ICAO
KTVC
Distance from city
2 miles / 3.2 km
Overall rating
7.4 / 10
Getting to the airport
8.7
Check-in and departures
9.1
Terminal facilities
7.6
Wi-Fi
7.2
Restaurants and car rental services
5.8
Lounge
5.8
Top 8 locations near Cherry Capital (Traverse City) Airport
- Delta County Airportfrom €81.90 per day160.9 km / 99.98 miles away
- MBS International Airportfrom €56.19 per day178.8 km / 111.1 miles away
- Muskegon County Airportfrom €69.30 per day182.7 km / 113.52 miles away
- Gerald R. Ford Int. Airportfrom €54.14 per day207 km / 128.62 miles away
- Bishop International Airportfrom €68.44 per day246.5 km / 153.17 miles away
- Kalamazoo/Battle Creek Airportfrom €68.44 per day278.8 km / 173.24 miles away
- Detroit Warren323.8 km / 201.2 miles away
- Detroit Airportfrom €53.82 per day333.8 km / 207.41 miles away
Map of top car rental locations
A
Alamo
727 FLY DONT DR,
B
Hertz
727 Fly Don't Dr, Traverse City, MI 49686
C
Avis
727 Fly Don't Dr, Traverse City, MI, 49686
D
Budget
727 Fly Don't Drive, Traverse City, MI, 49686
E
Dollar
727 Fly Don't Drive
When to book at Cherry Capital (Traverse City) Airport and for how long?
When are car rental prices the lowest at Cherry Capital (Traverse City) Airport?
The cost of renting a car at Cherry Capital (Traverse City) Airport varies by season. The table and graph below can help you find the best time of year to save on a rental car.
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 at Cherry Capital (Traverse City) Airport
€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 of the year to rent a car at Cherry Capital (Traverse City) Airport is September — when rental costs average €48.56 per day. This is 71% cheaper than the yearly average and 71% cheaper than renting a car in July (when prices average €167.97 per day).
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 is the most popular time of year to rent a car at Cherry Capital (Traverse City) Airport?
Based on how many users search for a car in at Cherry Capital (Traverse City) Airport, travelers are most likely to rent a car in September, while they are least likely to rent in in February.
Monthly searches at Cherry Capital (Traverse City) Airport 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
For how long do renters keep their vehicles at Cherry Capital (Traverse City) Airport?
How long travelers keep their rental cars varies by the time of year: in July the average rental period is 4 days, while in February, the average rental period is only 2 days.
Average number of rental days at Cherry Capital (Traverse City) Airport
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
| 🔥 Popular suppliers | Alamo, Enterprise |
| 🚗 Popular car types | SUVs, Premium cars |
| 🤑 Lowest price | €70 per day |
| 👛 Cheapest supplier | Avis |
Most popular car models of rental suppliers
| Rental Supplier | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enterprise | Hyundai Kona | 4 | 2 | SUV |
| Alamo | Lincoln Navigator | 5 | 2 | SUV |
| Enterprise | Mercedes Benz GLE | 5 | 3 | Premium car |
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 at Cherry Capital (Traverse City) Airport in 2025
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
727 Fly Don't Dr, Traverse City, MI 49686
+12319467051
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Mon
08:00-18:00
Tue
08:00-18:00
Wed
08:00-18:00
Thu
08:00-18:00
Fri
08:00-18:00
Sat
10:00-18:00
Sun
10:00-18:00
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
727 FLY DONT DR,
8443709797
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Mon
09:30-23:59
Tue
09:30-23:59
Wed
09:30-23:59
Thu
08:30-23:59
Fri
09:30-23:59
Sat
09:30-23:59
Sun
09:30-23:59
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
727 Fly Don't Drive
2319467051
Show working hours
Mon
08:00-18:00
Tue
08:00-18:00
Wed
08:00-18:00
Thu
08:00-18:00
Fri
08:00-18:00
Sat
10:00-18:00
Sun
10:00-18:00
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
727 Fly Don't Dr, Traverse City, MI, 49686
+12319461223
Show working hours
Mon
08:30-23:59
Tue
08:30-23:59
Wed
08:30-23:59
Thu
08:30-23:59
Fri
08:30-23:59
Sat
09:00-23:59
Sun
10:00-23:59
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
727 Fly Don't Dr, Traverse City, MI 49686
+18443709796
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Mon
09:30-23:59
Tue
09:30-23:59
Wed
09:30-23:59
Thu
08:30-23:59
Fri
09:30-23:59
Sat
09:30-23:59
Sun
09:30-23:59
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
727 Fly Don't Drive, Traverse City, MI, 49686
+12319473883
Show working hours
Mon
08:30-23:59
Tue
08:30-23:59
Wed
08:30-23:59
Thu
08:30-23:59
Fri
08:30-23:59
Sat
09:00-23:59
Sun
10:00-23:59
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
727 Fly Don't Dr, Traverse City, MI 49686
+18449960645
Show working hours
Mon
09:30-23:59
Tue
09:30-23:59
Wed
09:30-23:59
Thu
08:30-23:59
Fri
09:30-23:59
Sat
09:30-23:59
Sun
09:30-23:59
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