Flying from Montreal to Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR): What you need to know
Montreal's main base, Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL), is where great travel stories take off. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Montreal to Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR).
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.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Show up at the airport on time to catch your flight from Montreal to GRR.
Heading away during a peak time like a public holiday? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Located around 26 kilometres from the centre of Montreal, YUL can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Montreal to Gerald R. Ford International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport:
64.89% of flights that leave from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
The address for YUL is 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
St. Hubert Airport (YHU)
With public transport, you can travel from central Montreal to YHU in about 1 hour 45 minutes. The airport is roughly 40 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 35 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Montreal to GRR flight? Check in to a hotel near St. Hubert Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
About Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Montreal to Gerald R. Ford International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near GRR instead:
Pick up a Gerald R. Ford International Airport rental car and explore Grand Rapids and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Hertz and Budget are leading providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride around three weeks before your Montreal to Gerald R. Ford International Airport flight.
You'll find GRR at 5500 44th Street Southeast.
Getting from Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) to central Grand Rapids
Gerald R. Ford International Airport is roughly 14 kilometres from central Grand Rapids. How long it'll take to get to the centre in a car rental or cab depends on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal to Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR)
C$255 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Montreal to Gerald R. Ford International Airport. Return flights start from C$494. These fares can change based on availability.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Montreal to GRR if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
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The best time to fly from Montreal to Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR)
April is the quietest month for flights from Montreal to Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR), while July is the most popular. Figure out the ideal time to visit Grand Rapids based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a Montreal to GRR flight ticket departing in July if you're eager 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 Montreal to Gerald R. Ford International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 2ºC (36ºF).
More about Grand Rapids
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Grand Rapids right here. Check out these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Montreal to Gerald R. Ford International Airport:
Art Prize and DeVos Performance Hall are just a couple of the big attractions to add to your Grand Rapids itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Riverwalk Promenade.
Explore more of the United States
Grand Rapids has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of the United States just waiting to be discovered. Around 209 kilometres south-west of Grand Rapids, a visit to Chicago will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Millennium Park, Lollapalooza and Art Institute of Chicago.
Detroit is another essential stop in the United States and is around 209 kilometres east of Grand Rapids. No trip is complete without visiting Motown Museum, The Majestic Theatre and Detroit Institute of Arts.