Flying from Houston to Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR): what you need to know
Start your travels at one of Houston's main airports, George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) or William P. Hobby Airport (HOU). Check out your options for booking a flight from Houston to Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) departing from either of these.
2 hours 46 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from Houston to Gerald R. Ford International Airport.
Gerald R. Ford International Airport is located in Grand Rapids. The city operates in the UTC-4 timezone and is 1 hour ahead of Houston.
The busiest route is from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR), with 10 direct weekly services. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from IAH to GRR is the 11:55 United option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 19:00 with United.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from Houston to GRR.
With more people on the move during peak months like July, be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and as much as four for international journeys will allow for additional wait times. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like July Fourth.
Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Take off and land with no stops from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). Nonstop flights from Houston to Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) are available from here.
You can travel on a direct flight from Houston to Gerald R. Ford International Airport with United. This popular carrier operates departures from IAH.
IAH is roughly 27 kilometres from central Houston. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy travel app will give you the best route and your public transport options.
Booked an early flight from Houston to Gerald R. Ford International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to George Bush Intercontinental Airport:
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
Planning to leave from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)? You can book a direct flight from Houston to Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) out of this busy hub.
United operates direct flights from Houston to GRR departing from HOU. Book your favourite seat and get to your destination in a single stretch.
On public transport, you can travel from central Houston to HOU in around 1 hour and 42 minutes. The terminal is roughly 19 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 22 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not book an extra night away from home? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near William P. Hobby Airport the day before your flight from Houston to GRR:
About Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Houston to Gerald R. Ford International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near GRR instead:
Getting from Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) to central Grand Rapids
Gerald R. Ford International Airport to central Grand Rapids is around 20 minutes in a car. It's approximately 23 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
It takes roughly 1 hour and 16 minutes to get there by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Houston to Gerald R. Ford International Airport is R 2,137. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 2,476. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To secure cheap tickets from Houston to GRR, reserve your journey 8 months before your departure date.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Houston to Gerald R. Ford International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the best price across every month.
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The best time to fly from Houston to Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR)
July is the busiest month to hop on a flight from Houston to Gerald R. Ford International Airport while April is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Grand Rapids, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
Before booking a flight from Houston to GRR, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Grand Rapids, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC to 29ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC and 2ºC. Search for cheap flights from Houston to Gerald R. Ford International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Grand Rapids
Start your Grand Rapids trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Houston to Gerald R. Ford International Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
Art Prize and John Ball Zoo are just the start of the major attractions to put on your Grand Rapids to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Downtown Market Grand Rapids.
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