Gerald R. Ford International Airport
Gerald R. Ford International Airport is the main air gateway for Grand Rapids, serving western Michigan with the facilities and scale of a large airport while remaining manageable for most travellers. Known by the codes GRR and KGRR, it operates in the America/Detroit time zone, which is useful to keep in mind when checking flight times, car rentals, and hotel bookings. Sitting at an elevation of 794 feet (242 m), the airport is built to handle a steady mix of domestic passenger traffic and broader aviation activity.
About Gerald R. Ford International Airport
Gerald R. Ford International Airport is the main air gateway for Grand Rapids, serving western Michigan with the facilities and scale of a large airport while remaining manageable for most travellers. Known by the codes GRR and KGRR, it operates in the America/Detroit time zone, which is useful to keep in mind when checking flight times, car rentals, and hotel bookings. Sitting at an elevation of 794 feet (242 m), the airport is built to handle a steady mix of domestic passenger traffic and broader aviation activity.
Overview
Gerald R. Ford International Airport is the main air gateway for Grand Rapids, serving western Michigan with the facilities and scale of a large airport while remaining manageable for most travellers. Known by the codes GRR and KGRR, it operates in the America/Detroit time zone, which is useful to keep in mind when checking flight times, car rentals, and hotel bookings. Sitting at an elevation of 794 feet (242 m), the airport is built to handle a steady mix of domestic passenger traffic and broader aviation activity.
Airfield at a glance
- Airport codes: GRR (IATA) and KGRR (ICAO)
- Location served: Grand Rapids, United States
- Airport type: large airport
- Elevation: 794 ft (242 m)
- Runways: 08L/26R at 5,001 ft, 08R/26L at 10,001 ft, and 17/35 at 8,501 ft
- All three runways are concrete and lighted
Why this matters for travellers
For visitors, the runway layout is more than a technical detail: three lighted concrete runways support reliable operations across a range of aircraft types and weather conditions, which can help reduce disruptions and keep schedules moving. The longest runway, 08R/26L, stretches 10,001 feet, giving the airport added operating flexibility, while the other two runways help distribute traffic efficiently. In practical terms, that means GRR is well equipped for arrivals and departures throughout the day and is a solid choice for reaching Grand Rapids with less guesswork about whether the airport can comfortably handle changing conditions.
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FAQ
Gerald R. Ford International Airport — frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the details travellers usually check first, from codes and locations to the practical basics that help with planning.
8 common questions
- Gerald R. Ford International Airport is located in Grand Rapids, United States (North America), at coordinates 42.890°, -85.530°.
- Its IATA code is GRR and its ICAO code is KGRR.
- Gerald R. Ford International Airport serves Grand Rapids, United States. When comparing fares, check whether other airports also serve the same area — prices and transfer times can differ between them.
- Gerald R. Ford International Airport operates on America/Detroit local time. Departure and arrival times on tickets are always shown in each airport's local time, so double-check the offset when planning connections or pick-ups.
- Gerald R. Ford International Airport sits at latitude 42.890° and longitude -85.530°. The map link in the details panel on this page opens the exact location for driving directions.
- Originfacts does not yet track scheduled routes from GRR. Use the flight search on this page to see live airline options for your travel dates.
- Route coverage for GRR is still being added to Originfacts. Run a search from GRR on the flight search page to see every destination airlines currently sell for your dates.
- Yes — Originfacts lists 9 other airports in United States. The nearby-airports section on this page links to each of them, which is useful when comparing fares or finding an alternative departure point.