Travelling from Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) to Paris: what you need to know
Gerald R. Ford International Airport is located in Grand Rapids. Following the UTC+1 timezone, Paris is five hours ahead of Grand Rapids.
Give yourself enough time to catch your GRR to Paris flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're flying during high season, so allow some extra breathing space. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even explore another city. When browsing for flight tickets from GRR to Paris, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
GRR is about 14 kilometres from central Grand Rapids. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near GRR. Whether you're taking an early flight from Gerald R. Ford International Airport to Paris or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels put convenience first:
When it comes to Gerald R. Ford International Airport's on-time performance, 72.98% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find GRR at 5500 44th Street Southeast.
How to find the cheapest flights from Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) to Paris
RM932 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Gerald R. Ford International Airport to Paris flight. A round-trip ticket right now is RM2,196. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from GRR to Paris if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
Scoring cheap tickets from Gerald R. Ford International Airport to Paris is easier if you're flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to access the best prices across each month and score a fantastic deal.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from GRR to Paris by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
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Airports in Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to the centre of Paris takes about 45 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 27 kilometres away.
It typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes if you're using public transport.
Look into staying at a hotel close to CDG if you have a late flight from Gerald R. Ford International Airport to Paris. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Charles de Gaulle Airport rental car and discover Paris and beyond with your own set of wheels. Alamo, Keddy By Europcar and Europcar are leading providers you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Charles de Gaulle Airport about two weeks ahead of your flight from GRR to Paris can help you lock in the best possible rate.
CDG is located at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Once your flight from Gerald R. Ford International Airport to Paris has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in around 35 minutes by car. Central Paris is roughly 19 kilometres from Paris Orly Airport (ORY).
The journey will take roughly 55 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places ready to welcome you near ORY. Settle in and get cosy after your GRR to Paris flight at any of these well-located options:
Forget about public transport timetables or waiting in a long cab line. Pick up a Paris Orly Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Check out the rates and availability from Alamo, Europcar and Keddy By Europcar.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Reserving your ride from ORY one week ahead of time often means better deals and a wider range of vehicles.
Paris Orly Airport is located at 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
Step off your flight from Gerald R. Ford International Airport to Paris and head for your hotel or jump right into sightseeing. The centre of Paris is around 88 kilometres from Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) and usually takes 1 hour 30 minutes to reach driving.
The journey will take you around 2 hours 20 minutes when travelling on public transport.
Enjoy a quiet, low-key start to your trip by choosing a hotel near BVA after your GRR to Paris flight. Take a load off after a long travel day or simply take a moment to find your footing in a new city at:
Stay in control of the next leg of your trip with a Beauvais-Tille Airport rental car. Loca Malin, Budget and Europcar will get you on the road.
Around three weeks before your flight from Gerald R. Ford International Airport to Paris is a good time to secure your vehicle from BVA. You're likely to snag a better deal or catch some early booking discounts.
Beauvais-Tille Airport's street address is Tille 60000, Beauvais.
Best time to go to Paris
Travel to Paris in high season if you want a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Gerald R. Ford International Airport to Paris during the off-season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
The warmest month in Paris is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your Gerald R. Ford International Airport to Paris flight ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
January has average temperatures of between -2ºC (28ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from GRR to Paris around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Paris
Once you've booked your flight from Gerald R. Ford International Airport to Paris, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Paris:
Louvre Museum and Eiffel Tower are just a couple of the popular attractions to add to your Paris itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris.
Explore more of France
Paris has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of France just waiting to be discovered. About 386 kilometres south-east of Paris, a visit to Lyon will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere, Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges.
Around 338 kilometres south-west of Paris, Nantes is another favourite stop in France. Experience major highlights starting with Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne, Les Machines de L'ile and Jardin des Plantes.