Traverse City to Charlottesville Flights

About the Traverse City Cherry Capital Airport

Flights from Traverse City, Michigan, originate at the Cherry Capital Airport. Its colorful name fits with the décor inside the airport, which has a design inspired by Frank Lloyd Wright. The sleek, modern style makes the airport wait a bit more comfortable. Located four miles from downtown Traverse City on South Airport Road, Cherry Capital is a small hub for eight airlines. They include American Eagle, Delta and United. More than 250 domestic flights come through the airport each week. Reserve your air ticket for one of those flights on Orbitz.com

Parking at Cherry Capital

Stow your car in the short- or long-term parking lots offered by the airport. The short-term lot charges $1.25 per half-hour, with a $10 maximum charge. The long-term lot charges $2.00 per hour, with a $6.75 maximum daily limit and a $10.00 maximum weekly limit. The cell-phone lots on the east side of the terminal are reserved for pickups only.

Finding Transportation to the Airport

You have a choice of independent shuttles, taxis or hotel shuttles to get you to the flight on time. Independent shuttles are the most expensive. Some of the rates are over $100, depending on the company. You can take a taxi for a $5.00 minimum fare and an average of $3.00 per mile. Hotel shuttles are the best deals. If you arrange them when you book the hotel, you can get a ride to the airport free of charge. Book the hotel and flight together on Orbitz.com to keep further costs down.

A Meal before the Flight

Get a bite to eat and/or a cup of coffee before an early flight at one of two restaurants located close to the Cherry Capital Airport. Opa Coney and Grill offers Greek Cuisine to fill you up. They are open for breakfast, serving the traditional American dishes with a Greek spin on them. Grab a quick bite to eat at Big Apple Bagels if you are in a hurry. For great deals on air tickets, book your flights from Traverse City on Orbitz.com.

Charlottesville-Albemarle Airport

The largest airport operating in the Charlottesville area is the Charlottesville-Albermarle Airport. Located less than 10 miles from the city, the airport provides domestic flights to Charlottesville through US Airways Express, Delta Connection, United Express, and American Eagle. Whether you visit the city when a major festival takes place, or you plan your visit during the off-season, Orbitz.com can help you find discounts on flights, hotels, and rental cars.

Leaving the Airport

Departing from the airport is easy because you can take a hotel shuttle, rental car, or taxi. A & W Taxi Service, Executive Taxi, Tommy's Taxi, and several others make regular stops at the airport. Boar's Head Inn, Holiday Inn, and Hampton Inn are among the local hotels that offer shuttle service for guests. If you do not want to wait around for a shuttle or taxi, you can rent a car through a company like Avis, National Rent a Car, or Hertz. These companies have offices and cars available for pickup at the hotel, and you can get a discount on your rental car when you book through Orbitz.com.

Weather in Charlottesville

Winter in Charlottesville brings more than 15 inches of snow and temperatures below freezing, while the summer sees temperatures ranging from the high 50s to the low 80s. Temperatures fluctuate during the spring and fall and sometimes reach freezing levels or very high temperatures.

Music and Culture

Many of the top attractions in the city relate to music and culture. Charlottesville was home to Thomas Jefferson. Jefferson's former home, the Shenandoah National Park, and The Corner are just a few sites worth mentioning. Additionally, Charlottesville is where The Dave Matthews Band got its start. When you book flights to Charlottesville through Orbitz.com, you can save even more with discounts on hotels and attractions in the city.