Cherry Capital Airport

You can tell the income level of the clientele that fly through here...from the leather club chairs to the real plants to the pricey luggage just sitting, unattended on a carousel. Everyone but the American counter staff were amazingly friendly and helpful. Even the Avis/Budget rental staff were great! On a side note, even during the shutdown, the TSA agents were so incredibly friendly and helpful it actually threw me. They asked how I was, got my bins out for me, and interacted on a friendly manner. It was a joy to fly in this airport.

Everyone from the baggage counter to the tsa check through provided exceptional friendly customer service this morning at 5am. After a difficult drive in it was a great way to start our trip. Thank you to everyone at Cherry Capital Airport.

We flew out of TVC on 1/24/26 and the ramp crew (UNIFY) that works here are top notch. They are so nice and catered to our crew (and passengers) over and above. Thank you OPS 🍦!!

I love this airport- the desk/gate/baggage/tarmac crew are awesome (*all the same peeps). So why the 3 star review? The Cafe sucks. The food is gas station quality at luxury dining prices. $14 for a cheeseburger marked 2:00 @ 6:00. Plus, I hate when the cashiers say "it's gonna ask you a question" with all innocence. Pro-tip: cashiers- say this: "it's going to ask off you'd like to add a tip- feel free to skip". I'm FAR more inclined to be generous when it feels genuine.

I love this airport because you're in and out so quickly. It's small and hosts some great flight routes for smaller airlines throughout the country. I routinely travel back and forth from Florida to Michigan and it's very convenient

Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) in Traverse City, Michigan, is a small, well-organized regional airport that provides a convenient and stress-free travel experience. Serving as the primary airport for northwest Michigan, it offers flights to major hubs such as Detroit, Chicago, and Minneapolis, primarily through carriers like Delta, United, and American Airlines. The terminal is compact, clean, and easy to navigate, which makes check-in, security, and boarding quick and hassle-free. Despite its smaller size, the airport offers amenities including free Wi-Fi, charging stations, comfortable seating, and a few dining options such as cafés and grab-and-go eateries. Shopping options are limited but cover essentials and travel necessities.

I guess they don't know how to check the weather or pay employees to come in at an early time to ensure the runways are cleared and open by the SCHEDULED flight times. 3+ hours of treating a runway is unacceptable, especially when there was little to no weather around the scheduled departure time.

Showed up 1.5 hr early for flight ZERO STAFF ANYWHERE but one tsa. I spent 45 min waiting at A.A. desk to check bag then tsa Wouldn't let me through because I had a bag. Asked where I do that. He said at the airline desk. Went back to airline desk waited ANOTHER 45 MIN flight was at 220 lady didn't show up till 238 then basically told me sorry about your luck missed flight going to have to buy another ticket. How is it my fault there was not a single airport staff for an hour and a half. So after driving 1.5 hr in a snowstorm had to buy another ticket for 500$ and take tomorrow off work and drive 1.5hr again and just HOPE THERES SOMEONE THAT FEELS LIKE HELPING ME. DONT HAVE ALLOT OF HOPE OF GETTING HOME AT THIS POINT IF IM RELYING ON THE WORTHLESS STAFF AT THIS AIRPORT

TVC is my top pick for airline served airports. Fast, compact, no bullshit. They've also won some awards for winter snow ops. As a pilot, controllers are sharp, runways stay cleared. Only gripe, they shut the small north south runway in deep snow, cramming flight school slowpokes and fast jets onto the same piece of concrete. Still beats most.

TVC airport is very small. They lack having many agents at the airline check in and the self-check in kiosks were broken, so give yourself about 30 minutes if you need to check a bag. TSA is longer than expected. I have TSA precheck and it still took about 20 minutes to get through, which is quite long for such a small airport. However, the process was smooth and efficient. The airport has less than 10 gates but once past security, it is extremely crowded, at least when I was there (on a Saturday midday). There is no where to sit and almost no where to even stand. There is only one bathroom once you get through security and also only one water fountain. It took about 20 minutes alone just to use the bathroom and fill up my water. I do like that they have a small outdoor section. It allows you to get some fresh air. They also have one dining spot inside too, but otherwise there are no other restaurants or food/drink spots. Overall, it is a convenient airport if you need to be in that area but it lacks many amenities.

I love flying in and out of this airport. TSA is quick. It's a small airport so it's cozy. Lots of Michigan made options in the shops. If you're looking for a restaurant this is not your airport, so be prepared for that. Gate agents are always nice. Clean bathrooms. Easy airport pickup without a lot of traffic

Very nice, modern airport that is convenient to us for trips across the US. Folks were pleasant and have found it relatively easy to get to and from the airport except that they allowed people to park and wait at the curb, blocking people from getting to their ride. Need to better enforce keeping people from camping out at the curb or walking away from their vehicle. Really wish more people would use the cell phone lot while waiting for friends or family to arrive.

We've flown into TVC a couple times now. The first few times the gates were basically empty. This last time the gate area was packed where we were waiting in line to get out of the jet way getting off the plane. The airport is cute and rusty, with a hunting lodge feel to it! The gates are definitely not meant to handle multi aircraft at the same time, let alone multi departures within a short time span.

This airport is just right! Three major airlines service this airport. Summer time has better route options. The import is clean and easy to navigate. No waits for anything. The boarding area has an abundance of seating. Security is a breeze but they aren't very fast. There is a restaurant in the boarding area. Food is ok and generally the place to get a drink Or snack. Plenty of parking. They have a cell Phone lot to wait. Rentals car kiosks are across from baggage claim and the rental lot is on-site and easy to navigate. It's just a great small airport.

A small town airport to be sure, but friendly, and they clearly have a sense of humor (note the street name). getting in and out is super easy, and the one little cafe has good sandwiches and Michigan trinkets. Employees are very nice.

Blast from the past. Walk off the plane and it's like you stepped back in time from the 80s. Carpet reminds me of a classic La Quinta. But aesthetics aside the important things is that security is a breeze. Has enough parking, 8 gates for regional flights and a cute little gift shop.

This is one of the nicer cleaner smaller airports I have been to! The airlines staff & TSA agents are extremely nice and courteous. The baggage arrives fairly quickly. Traverse City airport has that small town feel! I hope to be back in this beautiful place again someday soon! I really love this freezing town! Thanks for the memories!!

Small airport with a short runway. Pretty efficient in both check in and security. Nice little cafe to sit and chill for a bit before or after

I'm upgrading my review based on a few things: the staff this go-round is very professional and calm under pressure. Delayed and canceled flights have caused quite a bit of chaos, and they were cool. Clearly, they are expected to clean the plane when it arrives as well as manage flight changes. It's been an adventure. The airport is clean and nicely designed, which is a plus.

Horrible experience at the airport . When we arrived we did 2 hours at the rental car line no place for elderly or disabled people to sit lots of screaming crying children running around . Our flight was canceled for the return trip in American did nothing to help us . They will not put us up in a hotel barely tried to book us . We got here early enough to put on a flight that would have gotten us to our destination same night however the ticket counter for American Airlines would not speak to us they put us to the side and we couldn't get on any flight for the night . Do not recommend!!!!!

Yes. This airport is small, cozy and convenient. However, the signage to get into it is pretty much non-existent. Tried a few times and still entered the Costco next door. How about a few properly placed signs?

Flown in and out of this airport many times, a nice airport, friendly and easy, would love it o give it 5 but I have never landed whether early, on time or late without sitting on the tarmac waiting for a gate to open can easily eat 20-30 minutes!

Small regional airport served by Allegiant, American, Avelo, Delta, Sun Country, and United. Very minimal offerings in terms of amenities, food, or retail, but there's hardly ever any long lines once you get past the ticket counter. Getting through TSA is painless here. If you can score a sale price on a non-stop flight out of TVC to a warm destination, call it a win. The National Car rental location does not have an Emerald aisle here, so save some money and rent from Enterprise, Hertz, or anyone else instead. This is easily the most convenient airport to fly into or out of north of Grand Rapids.

airline lines not controlled and wind over walkways. people walking past have to cut through multiple lines. maybe have lines run parallel to counter

Small airport, which means the airline staff you meet in the front where you check your luggage in will be the same staff you meet when you board your plane. If you arrive 45 minutes to an hour before you board your flight and you have luggage to check in, you'll have to go thru security and throw away your oversize liquids/aerosol products or miss your flight and catch the next flight out which can be in the afternoon or the next day because noone will be at the counter, they're in the back preparing to board your flight. TVC Cafe: they have coffee, alcohol, pastries, and some of the best home made soup made from scratch. You have to try it! If you haven't tried cherry pie outside of the airport because you were busy checking out other things, the cafes cherry pie in the airport is home-made as well. TSA: nicest officers compared to larger airports, sometimes they're fast and other times they're slow - meaning, busy. Honey and jelly are items that have to be checked in and can not go into your carry-on luggage unless it's completely frozen and solid. Airlines: They're probably the hardest working employees there because they are the same people working out front, in the back and outside to make sure your luggage is on the plane. Overall: one of the best airports in the world, there's a lot of delays for numerous reasons, so when traveling, always have 2 or 3 days available to prepare for delayed/canceled flights.

TVC is a boutique airport offering that convenience of flying in without the congestion of a larger airport. Bright open airy space with craftsman like design throughout and even in the baggage claim area are large windows bringing in the bright sun throughout the airport. Staff was friendly, I flew in with over-sized luggage and retrieved my golf bag without issue considering there were other golfers. Friends and Family were able to drive right up and pick me up curbside making it convenience as well.

Knowingly charging a wrong price than advertised for a bottle of wine, but continuing the sales transaction is a misappropriation of funds aka bait & switch and is illegal. Given that the transaction was concluded with no reparation of funding, the cafe should be fined. The dark haired girl refused to give me the $2 difference (plus I had already tipped!) and was inappropriate when I suggested they fix the sign - now. They also REFUSED to give me contact info for a manager or owner. Sadly, I suppose this place enjoys blatantly cheating people. Bad wine - $10 & disappointment. Kids running a biz? Hmmmm.

I love this airport:)! I've been frequenting it since I was 18. It's architecture from it's beautiful stone work to its cherry wood and relaxing ambiance are so similar to this region of Northern Michigan's natural landscaping and architecture. This is truly a uniquely beautiful gateway airport to Northwest and Northern Michigan's beautiful little towns which are full of natural raw beauty, exquisite charm, cherry farms, gorgeous sand dunes, wineries, much tourism, stunning Lake Michigan with it's so many unique sail boats, dozens of unique festivals and so much more.....I could write a couple pages but won't. I have experienced this airport to always be immaculate including the ladies restroom with its similar architecture. The shop owners are friendly. TSA even emphasized with me the time I forgot and packed all my 8oz Aveda products in my carry on bag and sadly they had to throw them away. When you arrive the parking lot is small but there is always room because Traverse City and it's small surrounding towns are all destination areas. Very few people leave their car here. Plus it's only about 2.5 to 3 miles from Traverse City's downtown so I'm sure the locals can easily get dropped off. There are about 4-5 car rental agencies on premise also. Do take S. Airport Rd and look for Airport entrance on the north side of the road. There is a couple gas stations about a quarter mile west on S Garfield to fill up your rental car if necessary. I'd recommend eating prior or bringing snacks with you since since the airport is lacking restaurants. Sorry no pics. My review and pics went missing. Just an FYI .....Northern Michigan and the Detroit area are like 2 different worlds. So feel safe and visit. Very pet friendly also :)!

TVC delivers all the necessities of a larger airport in a small, easy to navigate venue. This is the furthest north I could go on my trek to the tip of Michigan's lower peninsula; I was nervous everything would work on my first visit. Contrary to the comments from Yelpers, I found the washrooms clean, arrival and departures on time, employees friendly, and the ease of checking in/TSA a breeze. Major car rental companies are right next to baggage check and the pickup/drop off lot is right outside the side doors. *NOTE: I will be traveling in and out of her for the next three months; will update feedback when I do.

I'm not a first time visitor, I live here... The bathrooms are frequently messy, dirty, and out of hand and toilet paper... I'd venture to guess this rug hasn't been cleaned since the airport opened; nicks on the chair legs are from vacuum cleaners being jammed into them. What's up???

Yes, I understand that Cherry Capital Airport is in travel terms a small airport. But my word these are the nicest people I've encountered at an airport since 1970. I hope TSA doesn't read Yelp reviews. Their team here is pleasant and helpful while doing a security screening that seems thorough as that at DCA, LGA or ATL. No one was shouting those angry instructions at the passengers. Maybe the TSA team at TVC Cherry Capital Airport could run training for the rest of TSA. I should add: TVC has comfortable chairs in the gate area, plenty of electrical outlets and clean restrooms.

I live here and when you come in anytime after 9pm you are going to wait for at least an hr to get your luggage. This trip we sat on the ramp for 20 min because they only had 1 crew and the were slowly unloading another plane. If your flying into here make sure your in early!!!!!!

This airport has to be one of the worst. As a Helicopter mechanic I fly all over the states 40-50 airports a year. Absolute garbage. They close the gate in front of us and tell is to wait 1 hr while they go on break at 8:43am

Make sure you get food and beverage before security. Only one shop once you pass through.

We came to this small airport and we waited in line for 20 minutes. Then 2 groups in Delta's sky priority came and we had to wait another 30 minutes due to one of them traveling out of the country. The Delta airlines only had one person checking people in and she had a very bad attitude. Very rude, asks too many questions, and says you can only carry 1 very small bag. She also needs to go back to pre-k to learn how to count. We had 3 bags and she said we had 8. If you ever go to any airports, don't ever come to this one.

Cherry Capital Airport looks a lot different than I remember it when I last flew here some 15 years or so ago. It feels really comfy and homey - like you are in someone's home. There are six gates total. Post security there is one place to eat - the Cherry Capital Cafe. Restrooms are clean and well maintained. My only complaint is that they need to add more AC outlets throughout the Airport... Totally awesome small Airport!

Small, comfy airport. Obviously not much traffic but that's understandable for a small city like TC. Easy to navigate, was able to find my way around with ease. Cute little gift shop to top it all off. My only complaint would be rude staff at TSA, which from what I've heard isn't totally uncommon at airport TSAs.

The absolute worst experience I have ever had at an airport. We missed the checked bag check in by 2 minutes and the attendant was unwilling to help. We were the ONLY flight leaving that morning, leaving the airport almost vacant. Because we missed the bag check in and were flying internationally, the gentleman rebooked us on the next flight out. Once we landed in Chicago, trying to board our flight, we were informed that we were not confirmed on our next flight and did not have any seats. After spending over an hour in line at AA customer assistance, our best option was the next morning at 5am. Our 3 bags were on the flight we weren't confirmed for. I am currently 28 weeks pregnant, leaving my 3 children behind. Not only did the TC staff completely screw us over, but they were very rude and short. We are now spending the whole day and night in the airport, without any belongings because our "small" airport was negligent and unwilling to help.

Cherry Capital Airport and simple and quaint. It's small, clean, easy to navigate and you don't have to deal with tons of people and crazy pick up lanes. Parking is directly outside the airport and pick up/drop off if right outside the door. This airport doesn't get tons of traffic and most flights are smaller flights from layovers in larger airports like O'hare in Chicago but it's perfect if you are trying to spend time in northern Michigan. There aren't many vendors but there is a cafe and little gift shop. They have a comfortable waiting area, outlets and free WiFi so it meets all your basic needs.

I love this airport. Parking is super easy and convenient which is great for winter flights when it's cold and snowy. Convenient location and only an hour drive for us who live further north. The security staff have always been thorough and airport personnel friendly and helpful. The terminal and restrooms are kept very clean. You can also grab a snack at the little cafe while you wait for your flight or check out the gift shop for a local souvenir. Thankfully, they add more flights to more locations and hoping for a direct to West Palm soon. Hint, hint.

'Ello chaps! Cherry Capital Airport is a public airport in Traverse City, Michigan. Runways host commercial, general aviation, and Coast Guard air traffic. There are multiple airlines offering daily service, including American Airlines, Delta Airlines, and United Airlines. Because of its regional placement, they are often smaller planes with connections into larger regional hubs such as Detroit and Chicago. Airfare can be much more expensive than larger airports like Chicago and Detroit. What is unique about this airport is that they have a dedicated plane spotting area. A fenced in parking lot with am radio transmitting air traffic on your car radio.

Nice airport. Easy to get in and out. There is free wifi. Wow, even the TSA agents are nice!

We were very pleased with this airport because of the people that worked there and the fact that is a small airport. The first small airport we have been in for decades. Just walk out the airport to get your rental car, no shuttle ride I loved it. The closest airport that we fly into that comes close to this is Ontario Airport, because we refuse to fly into LAX.

The Traverse City Airport (cheekily named Cherry Capital Airport, isn't that cute?) is the epitome of ease. Since its renovation several years ago, it feels more like you are flying into someone's living room (fireplaces, leather loungers). I rarely get the chance to fly into TVC, but as chance would have it my little car couldn't brave the snowstorms and I snagged a decent flight roundtrip from Chicago to visit the homeland. (check efares the week before if you want to go roundtrip from Detroit or Chicago) American, United and Northwest all service this airport, with connecting flights through Detroit and Chicago. Lucky me! The new design is quite beautiful, and I mean...when's the last time you saw a "beautiful" airport? After spending nearly 3 hours at O'Hare in a cramped room with 1200 other annoyed passengers trying to beat the Easter Bunny home, this airport seemed like heaven. It's clean, comfortable, well laid out and convenient. My brother was waiting literally 3 feet outside the door for me...no circling, no short term parking 7 miles away. Oh, and if you do need to park it's like $6 per day...crazy. Now, if only O'Hare wasn't the other leg of the journey and my dog could count as checked baggage, I'd fly every time I revisited my birthplace ;)

As a sky goddess, I have seen a million airports in my 11 year career in aviation. A few years ago, the old terminal began gathering dust, and I anxiously awaited the unveiling of the "New" Cherry Capital Airport, or TVC, as it's known by those in the industry. Well, you can see for yourself. This airport is beautiful, shiny, and new. I love the gift shop, Cuppa Joe, and the ease of access to all things a traveler needs (like rental cars, and speedy ticket agents). I only wish that my airline flew mainline here, so I could get paid for visitng.

Like any frequent flier, short of racking up segments, I cringe a bit when I have to fly into rural airports. Even though it only has a couple of gates, one sorta cafe and one TSA line, this is somehow one of my favorite airports in the country. Maybe it's just the pure-Michigan air permeating the usually stagnant airport ventilation. But when you're inside, you feel more like you're in a lodge, or your parents' vacation house, not an airport. You walk in and see beautiful wood beams, hand-made rustic furniture, a stone fireplace and large pained windows taking in Northern Michigan's beauty. The counter help is always great, lines are never more than a couple people and TSA is a breeze. Well sorta, they are a bit... less used to traveler complexities that say a DTW would be able to handle quickly. But the quaintness of it aside, my favorite part has to be the outdoor patio. I have been to very few airports that have outdoor lounge space post-security. But Traverse City does! It's a small little lounge, but has tables and chairs to sun yourself on. My last flight out was running a little late, so I took the time to catch a few rays before heading back home. Food wise, there isn't much. There is a small coffee shop that has beer and wine, and some sandwiches, but don't come here looking for some greasy-hangover-curing airport food, you'll surely be disappointed. TVC is not big, it doesn't have many of the things I normally applaud in other airports, but to me it's perfect. Coming up or down, be sure to look out your windows as the sites of Grand Traverse Bay and the Lake Michigan coast are breathtaking on a clear day.

This is a cute, clean, updated airport. You know you have arrived in a summer resort town. With that being said security was not super fast... A lot of families with kids that slow things up for the business traveler.

Love this airport. It's small. Real small. There is a terminal. In the Terminal there are 6 gates. That is all. Very clean and newish, security takes a min and a half and the overall decor is kinda homey. Free wifi too. The pre-security lounge is decorated in the arts and crafts style and has a plaque over the fireplace with a quote from Elbert Hubbard which is old school Midwestern "Boredom is a matter of choice not circumstance".

Decent airport. Free WiFi that works most of the time, chairs that are almost comfortable, some outlets, and a dedicated TSA pre check lane.

The airport in Traverse City is adorable. Tiny, easy to navigate, and even when "busy", it's not that busy. Flew in/out of here recently and found it charming and easy to navigate. However, because of the size, there are a few issues: most planes are really tiny, so you'll need to gate check a carryon (something I really hate doing), and the services within the airport are limited. There's one cafe and very few plugs. I loved not having to make the long drive from Chicago, so when I return to TC, it'll be by plane.

Quick service, no lines and all around efficient layout. No food options, outside of a little makeshift sandwich and soup place, so don't come to early expecting a friendly bar to belly up to prior to your flight. Overall, does the job for a small airport. No complaints!

Small convenient airport but there is a thief in TSA searching your bags. I caught a flight Sun 6pm (DL #4073 to Detroit). I checked my golf bag that included a new 1/4 zip pull over that I just bought at Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course for $131.44. When I got to my destination (Jacksonville, FL) the golf jacket was gone, and a TSA note that they opened and inspected my golf bag. The only thing available through TSA after speaking with the local manager is to file a claim and that can take up to six months to "process." Be carefully when packing golf and regular bags at this airport!

This is a super easy airport to fly in and out of as there is barely any wait in security and there are few gates, so you don't have to worry about running from one place to the next. It's very well-kept, with almost new looking bathrooms. There is a cafe that serves beers, coffees and teas and a small selection of foods. There are rental counters for most major companies with a larger selection of cars than I was expecting. You really don't need to get here more than an hour before your flight as there is just not that much to get through. The only thing that keeps this from me from having a 5-star review is the lack of food options as the airport only has one cafe.

Usually a good airport to fly through. My past experience was not. Ticket agent wouldn't let us through said we were 1 minute late after they started boarding. The plane stuck around another 25 minutes for us and even called our names over the speaker as final boarding call. The ticket agent still wouldn't let us through. Very frustrating experience. We had to drive 3 hours to another airport in order catch an alternative flight.

Small airport. Very limited outdoor parking only. Ticket prices to and from can be much higher. Best to compare prices flying to from GRR instead.

Dev and Tracy and the entire staff at this airport is not only helpful and do a great job at what they do, they are caring as well. My flight was cancelled, it was what could have been a nightmare but due to the amazing service they provided my experience ended up being wonderful. Dev was the sweetest and BEST. My pup and I had to stay the night there due to all hotels being booked for the Cherry Festival. Dev brought me blankets, they had a large sofa my pup and I slept on and I actually ended up enjoying my experience The check-in with TSA went smoothly, everyone was very nice to my travel companion (my little dog) Dev was very kind to her and if I ever have a cancelled flight again, I hope it happens at this airport and Dev and Tracy are both working. Thanks girls, you both rock!!!! I must also add that I needed to get in my bag and the awesome chick, (I did not get your name with blonde hair as well but taller than Tracy was also amazing) I need to say thank you as you rock as well and were so helpful and friendly :)

I've been in airports all across Canada and the U.S., and this will always be my favorite. It's so cute, clean, quiet, and everyone is very friendly and helpful. I have no complaints, and I hope to come back through here some day!