Flying from Washington DC to Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR): What you need to know
Kick off your travels at one of Washington DC's main airports, Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) or Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI). Check out your options for booking a flight from Washington DC to Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) taking off from either of these.
Expect to be travelling for 1 hour 55 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct Washington DC to Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford International Airport flight.
Grand Rapids's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Washington DC. Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford International Airport is located in Grand Rapids.
Choose from 14 direct services a week between Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) and Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR). This is the most popular route when departing from Washington DC.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your flight from Washington DC to GRR.
Popular months like July or holiday periods such as spring break and Christmas will mean bigger waits at check-in and security. If you're travelling then, play it safe and get to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of international flights is a smart idea.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)
You can book a direct flight from Washington DC to Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) departing from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA).
When jetting out of DCA, you can take a direct flight from Washington DC to Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford International Airport with American Airlines.
The most frequently booked airline between DCA and GRR is American Airlines.
Among carriers on this route, American Airlines has the highest percentage of on-time landings.
DCA is about 6 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 25 minutes.
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When it comes to the on-time performance of Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, 71% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
You'll find DCA at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Washington DC to IAD in around 1 hour 10 minutes. The terminal is roughly 40 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 45 minutes.
Got an early start? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Washington Dulles International Airport the day before your Washington DC to GRR flight:
Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 77%. This figure highlights how frequently flights that leave from this airport land on time.
The street address for IAD is 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
Begin your trip at Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI) and head straight to your destination without layovers. You can book direct flights from Washington DC to Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford International Airport out of here.
Take off from BWI with Southwest Airlines. This leading carrier offers direct Washington DC to GRR plane tickets.
Southwest Airlines is the airline most travellers choose for flights from BWI to GRR.
Southwest Airlines is the most punctual carrier. A reliable 81.3% of its services on this route arrive as scheduled.
From the centre of Washington DC, BWI is around 48 kilometres away. It takes roughly 40 minutes to get there by car and 50 minutes or so if you're on public transport.
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Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights touch down when they should. At BWI, that figure is 77%.
About Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR)
Reserve a hotel close to GRR if you're catching a late flight from Washington DC to Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford International Airport. Check in to one of these options and call it a night faster:
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GRR is located at 5500 44th Street Southeast.
Getting from Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) to central Grand Rapids
Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford International Airport is around 23 kilometres from the centre of Grand Rapids. It takes around 25 minutes or so to drive to the city.
Travelling on public transport takes around 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford International Airport is 92 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 196 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR)
December is the quietest month for flights from Washington DC to Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR), while July is the busiest. Work out the ideal time to visit Grand Rapids based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a Washington DC to GRR plane ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Grand Rapids to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Grand Rapids 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
Start your Grand Rapids trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Washington DC to Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford International Airport, browse our range of hotels including:
Your trip to Grand Rapids should come with a bit of sightseeing. Top attractions worth exploring include DeVos Performance Hall, Riverwalk Promenade and Riverwalk Ah Nab Awen Park.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Grand Rapids, now it's time to explore other parts of the United States. Journey around 209 kilometres southwest to Chicago to tick off its top attractions. From Millennium Park to Art Institute of Chicago and Willis Tower, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Detroit is another favourite destination in the United States and is around 209 kilometres east of Grand Rapids. No trip is complete without experiencing Motown Museum, The Majestic Theatre and Detroit Institute of Arts.