Travelling from Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) to Philadelphia: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 2 hours 10 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from Gerald R. Ford International Airport to Philadelphia.
Grand Rapids (the location of Gerald R. Ford International Airport) and Philadelphia follow the same timezone — UTC-4.
The busiest route is from Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). Take your pick of 11 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from GRR to PHL is the 07:20 American Airlines option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 18:30 with American Airlines.
To avoid missing your GRR to Philadelphia flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing space. A good general rule for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
You can book a direct Gerald R. Ford International Airport to Philadelphia ticket. Start your trip at GRR and touch down at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL).
Book your ticket with American Airlines. This well-known airline operates direct flights from Gerald R. Ford International Airport to Philadelphia.
GRR is around 14 kilometres from central Grand Rapids. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near GRR. Whether you have an early flight from Gerald R. Ford International Airport to Philadelphia or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are a convenient choice:
When it comes to Gerald R. Ford International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 72.98% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
The address for GRR is 5500 44th Street Southeast.
How to find the cheapest flights from Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) to Philadelphia
34 € is currently the best price for a one-way Gerald R. Ford International Airport to Philadelphia flight. A return plane ticket starts at 66 €. These prices can change based on availability.
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Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
The distance from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to central Philadelphia is roughly 19 kilometres. It'll take you about 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Gerald R. Ford International Airport to Philadelphia, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near PHL:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Philadelphia International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Budget and find adventure across Philadelphia and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Philadelphia International Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from GRR to Philadelphia.
You'll find PHL at 8500 Essington Ave.
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
After your flight from Gerald R. Ford International Airport to Philadelphia has touched down, you can reach the city centre in about 40 minutes by car. Central Philadelphia is roughly 56 kilometres from Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN).
If you choose to travel on public transport, the journey will take you 1 hour 45 minutes or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near TTN. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your GRR to Philadelphia flight:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Trenton-Mercer Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Budget, National or Enterprise and get going in the blink of an eye.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Securing your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at TTN will help you save.
The address for Trenton-Mercer Airport is Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
Best time to go to Philadelphia
Before securing your flights from Gerald R. Ford International Airport to Philadelphia, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Philadelphia offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the off-season means you'll get better deals on hotels and fewer crowds.
The warmest month in Philadelphia is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your Gerald R. Ford International Airport to Philadelphia plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -7ºC (19ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from GRR to Philadelphia around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Philadelphia
Start your Philadelphia trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Gerald R. Ford International Airport to Philadelphia, browse our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art are leading attractions which should feature on any well-planned Philadelphia itinerary.
Explore more of United States
New York is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Philadelphia. Around 129 kilometres away to the north-east, popular attractions include Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.
Around 434 kilometres north-east of Philadelphia, Boston is another favourite stop in United States. No visit is complete without checking out Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.