Flying from Minneapolis to Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR): What you need to know
Your journey comes together at Minneapolis's main airport, Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP). Explore your options for reserving a flight from Minneapolis to Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) departing from this terminal.
The average duration of a direct Minneapolis to Gerald R. Ford International Airport flight is 1 hour 25 minutes.
Grand Rapids is one hour ahead of Minneapolis. Gerald R. Ford International Airport is located in Grand Rapids, which operates on the UTC-4 timezone.
The busiest route is from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR), with 32 direct services every week. If you want to be on your way right away, the earliest flight from MSP to GRR is the 6:24am Sun Country Airlines service. If you prefer travelling later, the final departure is at 9:21pm with Delta Air Lines.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Minneapolis to GRR. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Peak season means busier airports, so be there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stay on schedule.
Airports in Minneapolis
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
Take the express route from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP). Nonstop flights from Minneapolis to Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) are available from here.
Delta Air Lines is a popular airline that offers direct flights from Minneapolis to Gerald R. Ford International Airport jetting out of MSP.
Delta Air Lines ranks first in bookings for flights from MSP to GRR.
With 75.44% of its services landing as planned, Delta Air Lines is the highest-rated carrier for punctuality on this route.
Located around 21 kilometres from the centre of Minneapolis, MSP can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 25 minutes.
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Of all flights departing from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, 77.37% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
MSP's address is 6040 28th Avenue South.
About Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Minneapolis to Gerald R. Ford International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near GRR instead:
Grab a Gerald R. Ford International Airport rental car and discover Grand Rapids and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Hertz and Budget are leading providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Minneapolis to Gerald R. Ford International Airport flight.
GRR is located at 5500 44th Street Southeast.
Getting from Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) to central Grand Rapids
Gerald R. Ford International Airport is roughly 14 kilometres from central Grand Rapids. How long it takes to get there in a cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
Travelling by public transport takes around 1 hour 15 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis to Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR)
Right now, $144 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Minneapolis to Gerald R. Ford International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $285. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Score cheap flights from Minneapolis to GRR by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time frame for landing a bargain.
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The best time to fly from Minneapolis to Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR)
July is the most popular month for flights from Minneapolis to Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR). Plan your visit to Grand Rapids in April for a more laid-back experience.
Book a Minneapolis to GRR flight ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Grand Rapids to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Minneapolis to Gerald R. Ford International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 2ºC (36ºF).
More about Grand Rapids
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Grand Rapids right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from Minneapolis to Gerald R. Ford International Airport:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Art Prize, DeVos Performance Hall and Riverwalk Promenade are essential stops on your Grand Rapids itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Grand Rapids is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of the United States just waiting to be discovered. About 209 kilometres south-west of Grand Rapids, a trip to Chicago will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Millennium Park, Lollapalooza and Art Institute of Chicago.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in the United States, consider Detroit, roughly 209 kilometres east of Grand Rapids. Motown Museum, The Majestic Theatre and Detroit Institute of Arts are key highlights.