Flying from Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA): what you need to know
The timezone in Seattle is UTC-7, which is three hours behind Grand Rapids.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your GRR to SEA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
If you want to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Gerald R. Ford International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. These are the top stopovers between GRR and SEA:
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
At the moment, Rs39,074 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Gerald R. Ford International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs51,449. Remember that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from GRR to SEA, book in advance. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Gerald R. Ford International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Lock in the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Gerald R. Ford International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR)
GRR is located at 5500 44th Street Southeast.
72.98% of flights that leave from Gerald R. Ford International Airport reach their destination on time.
To reach Gerald R. Ford International Airport from central Grand Rapids, it takes about 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
Have an early flight from Gerald R. Ford International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near GRR:
Arriving at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Gerald R. Ford International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near SEA instead:
Grab a Seattle-Tacoma International Airport rental car and explore Seattle and beyond with your own wheels. Thrifty, Europcar and Budget are popular outlets to choose from here.
Booking your ride from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport about one week in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to central Seattle
From Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, Seattle is approximately 23 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
When to fly to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
July is the busiest month for flights from Gerald R. Ford International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Seattle in May.
Book your flight from Gerald R. Ford International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport for August if you want to go to Seattle during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC and 28ºC.
February has average temperatures of between -1ºC and 11ºC. Search for cheap tickets from GRR to SEA sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
You've done Seattle, now it's time to explore more of United States. Travel around 241 kilometres south to Portland to check off its top sights. From Pioneer Courthouse Square to Portland Japanese Garden and Pittock Mansion, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 370 kilometres east of Seattle, Spokane is another favourite stop in United States. Experience major highlights starting with Manito Park, Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture and Spokane Falls.
