Flying from Montreal to Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR): what you need to know
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is Montreal's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from Montreal to Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) leaving from here.
Grand Rapids (where Gerald R. Ford International Airport is located) and Montreal share the UTC-4 timezone. You can plan your trip without factoring in timezone differences.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your flight from Montreal to GRR. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time such as August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
The distance from central Montreal to YUL is about 26 kilometres. Check out travel apps like Google Maps for the best route, whether you're driving or taking public transport.
Want a handy hotel near Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Montreal to Gerald R. Ford International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
About Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Montreal to Gerald R. Ford International Airport. Reserve 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 the centre of Grand Rapids is about 20 minutes in a car. It's approximately 23 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour and 16 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal to Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR)
Book a one-way ticket from Montreal to Gerald R. Ford International Airport from R 3,505 or travel return from just R 8,354. Fares listed are subject to change and may differ when you make your booking.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from Montreal to GRR. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the departure date.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, check out the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across the month when searching for your ticket from Montreal to Gerald R. Ford International Airport.
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The best time to fly from Montreal to Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR)
July is the most popular month for flights from Montreal to Gerald R. Ford International Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Grand Rapids in April when it's quieter.
Think about the type of weather that'll work with your plans for Grand Rapids. July is known as the warmest month. Lock in your flights from Montreal to GRR during then and you can expect temperatures of between 13ºC and 29ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Montreal to Gerald R. Ford International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC and 2ºC on average.
More about Grand Rapids
After locking in your flight from Montreal to Gerald R. Ford International Airport, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Grand Rapids:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Art Prize, John Ball Zoo and Downtown Market Grand Rapids are highlights which should be on any good Grand Rapids itinerary.
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