Flying from Phoenix to Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR): What you need to know
Begin your travels at one of Phoenix's main airports, Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) or Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA). Explore your options for booking a flight from Phoenix to Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) taking off from either of these.
Grand Rapids is three hours ahead of Phoenix. Gerald R. Ford International Airport is located in Grand Rapids, which operates on the UTC-4 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from Phoenix to GRR, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Phoenix
Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport (SCF)
Located around 32 kilometres from central Phoenix, SCF can be reached in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour 55 minutes.
Have an early flight from Phoenix to Gerald R. Ford International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by staying at one of these hotels close to Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Consider starting your trip from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX). You can book a direct Phoenix to Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) flight ticket with departures from this hub.
American Airlines operates direct flights from Phoenix to GRR leaving from PHX. Book your favourite seat and reach your destination in a single hop.
American Airlines is the top choice for travellers flying from PHX to GRR.
Book with American Airlines if punctual service is a priority. Its flights between Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport and Gerald R. Ford International Airport touch down as scheduled 81.67% of the time.
You can get to PHX from central Phoenix in approximately 10 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport will take roughly 35 minutes to travel the 8 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your Phoenix to GRR flight, stay in one of these hotels near Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport has earned its reputation for punctuality. 82.57% of flights leaving here keep to their planned arrival schedule.
You'll find PHX at 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
One flight, zero drama. You can take a direct flight from Phoenix to Gerald R. Ford International Airport leaving from Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA).
Allegiant Air is one airline that offers direct Phoenix to GRR flight tickets from AZA.
The majority of travellers prefer to fly with Allegiant Air from AZA to GRR.
With a dependable 83.33% of services arriving on schedule, Allegiant Air is the best-performing carrier for punctuality on this route.
If you're making your way to AZA from the centre of Phoenix, it'll take you around 40 minutes to arrive by car. The drive is roughly 56 kilometres.
Make catching an early Phoenix to Gerald R. Ford International Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Stay at one of these accommodation options near Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport and get to the check-in counter without rushing:
Flights departing from AZA land at their destination as scheduled 78.65% of the time.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport is located at 6033 S. Sossaman Rd..
About Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR)
Have a late flight from Phoenix to Gerald R. Ford International Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Stay at one of these hotels near GRR and shut your eyes sooner:
Go where the road takes you with a Gerald R. Ford International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Budget and find adventure across Grand Rapids and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride around three weeks before your Phoenix 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 to central Grand Rapids is about 14 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, do some research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times may vary depending on traffic and the time of day.
It'll take around 1 hour 15 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix to Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Phoenix to Gerald R. Ford International Airport is Rs17,660. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs36,725. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Snap up cheap flights from Phoenix to GRR by booking three months ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time frame for finding the biggest deals.
Schedule your trip for August. That's the best month for landing a great bargain on Phoenix to Gerald R. Ford International Airport tickets. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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The best time to fly from Phoenix to Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR)
April is the quietest month for flights from Phoenix to Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR), while July is the busiest. Figure out the best time to visit Grand Rapids based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your Phoenix to GRR flight ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Grand Rapids, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC to 29ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Phoenix to Gerald R. Ford International Airport in January when temperatures are between -12ºC and 2ºC.
More about Grand Rapids
Once you've booked your flight from Phoenix to Gerald R. Ford International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Grand Rapids:
Your visit to Grand Rapids should come with a bit of sightseeing. Big-name attractions that should be on your list include Art Prize, DeVos Performance Hall and Riverwalk Promenade.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen Grand Rapids, now it's time to explore other corners of the United States. Journey about 209 kilometres south-west to Chicago to tick off its popular sights. From Millennium Park to Lollapalooza and Art Institute of Chicago, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Detroit is another must-experience destination in the United States and is around 209 kilometres east of Grand Rapids. No trip is complete without dropping by Motown Museum, The Majestic Theatre and Detroit Institute of Arts.
