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Kent County Intl Airport in Grand Rapids, United States, Airport Code
GRR
Kent County Intl Airport Grand Rapids Information
Introduction
Gerald R Ford Airport (GRR) in Grand Rapids, West Michigan, connects over two million passengers each year to domestic and worldwide destinations. Gerald R. Ford International Airport provides over 150 daily non-stop flights to 14 major markets through 12 passenger airlines, and is a principal gateway to the West Michigan region.
Passenger facilities and services at the GRR airport include a variety of restaurants, cash dispensers, currency exchange, restrooms, courtesy telephones, family assist restrooms, a games room and children's play area, lost and found counter, mail services. Special facilities are available for disabled passengers. Gerald R. Ford International Airport also has two complimentary business centers and five conference rooms. Major airlines flying to and from GRR include American Airlines, Continental Express, Delta Airlines, Northwest Airlines and US Airways.
Gerald R Ford International World Airport Guide provides you with access to a complete selection of Grand Rapids airport hotels. Utilize the discounts offered directly from the hotel, with the assurance of secure booking. Extra services include airport car rental, airport car parking and flights to and from Gerald Ford International Airport.
Kent County Intl Airport Grand Rapids Terminal Information
Terminals
The Gerald R Ford International Airport terminal consists of two levels and has 11 gates for flight arrival and departure. Level one gives way to two concourses A and B. The terminal area of Gerald R Ford International Airport provides many traveler facilities such as a variety of restaurants, food vending machines, restrooms, courtesy telephones, family assist restrooms, flight insurance, game room, hotel information, children's play area, lost and found counter, mail services, self service luggage carts, Automated Teller Machines, money change machines and currency exchange.
The terminal of Gerald R Ford International Airport is served by 12 major airlines, flying to over 14 major destinations within the United States of America and other international capital cities. The total of passengers using the Gerald R Ford International Airport for their traveling convenience exceeds two million, annually.
Cargo facilities at the Gerald R Ford International Airport allow over 200,000 pounds of cargo to be transferred daily to various locations throughout the world.
Shopping
Gift Shops
Gift items, souvenirs are available for purchase in the food courts on Concourses A and B, as well as in the Gift Shop in the terminal building's Grand Hall.
Restaurants and Bars
Many restaurants such as Starbucks, Cinnabon, Fresh Attractions, Home Turf Sports Grill, Hot Dog City, Pizza Hut Express, PS AirPub and TCBY Treats are located in the food court of the terminal building's Grand Hall, next to the food court and in the food courts of the two concourses.
Business Services
Internet Access
Two complimentary Business Centers located in the terminal building's Grand Hall provides connections for dial-up modem access.
Post
U.S. Post Office is located in the baggage claim area of level one of the airport terminal as well as mail drops for Federal Express and UPS.
Currency Exchange and ATMs
Foreign Exchange Desks
The new Fifth Third Bank located at the corner of Patterson & 44th has the capability to exchange currency. Call +1 616 954 1050 for more information.
Automatic Teller Machines (ATMs)
ATMs are located in the Grand Hall near the entrance to Concourse B. ATMs are provided by Comerica, Fifth Third and Huntington Banks
Extra Traveler Facilities
Tourist Information
The Visitor Information Desk is located in the baggage claim area. Maps, brochures and other helpful resources are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week and the Visitor Information Desk is staffed from 9:00 am to 10:00 pm seven days a week. This information desk functions as collaboration between Gerald R. Ford International Airport and the Grand Rapids / Kent County Convention & Visitors Bureau.
The hotel / motel information phone board is located in the baggage claim area near the Visitor Information Center.
The airport observation deck, located on the mezzanine level of the terminal building, overlooks GFIA's 10,000 square foot main East / West runway and 8500 square foot North / South runway. It is a perfect place watch the action of the airport and its passengers.
The viewing area, situated on Kraft Avenue north of 52nd Street, is the ideal place to watch aircraft take off and land at Gerald R. Ford International.
Disabled Facilities
Disabled Parking
(See Gerald R Ford International Airport Parking)
Elevators
An elevator is available on the north side of the main hall for those who would like to visit the observation deck on our mezzanine level.
Telephone Booths
TDD hearing impaired telephone devices are available in Concourses A and B and the main hall at the top of the ramp to Concourse A.
Wheelchairs
Individual airlines have wheelchairs available and airline personnel will be happy to assist passengers with boarding the aircraft.
Shuttle Services
Complimentary airport parking shuttles, which service the long term and express shuttle lots, are wheelchair lift equipped.
Further Assistance
Gerald R. Ford International's passenger terminal design allows wheelchair users and other physically impaired passengers to move from the terminal curbside to the aircraft gates without the need to use elevators.
Kent County Intl Airport Grand Rapids Airline Information
Rental car agencies of Gerald R Ford International Airport are located at the far end of the airport's east ticketing wing. Rental car ready & return spaces are located within walking distance of the terminal building.
For further details on car rentals, please contact the relevant rental car agencies or the airport information center.
Parking facilities at Gerald R Ford International Airport are safe, affordable and convenient for the air travelers arriving at the airport. Travelers are advised to tune into 1610 AM radio for latest updates on airport activity. Parking lot shuttles operate in the long term east and north lots and the express shuttle lot 24 hours a day.
Short-term Parking
Short-term parking is available on an hourly basis and is located directly facing the terminal of Gerald R Ford International Airport.
Long-term Parking
The long-term parking lots are located in three places. The main long-term parking lot is directly behind the short-term parking lot, while the north long-term parking is situated behind the main long-term parking lot. One more long-term parking lot is located towards the east of the terminal building.
Valet Parking
Valet parking is available at the east end of the Gerald R Ford International Airport.
Express Shuttle Parking
The Express Shuttle Parking lot is located next to the car rental facilities. When parking in this lot, passengers will be picked up near their car by the shuttle bus.
Disabled Parking
Disabled parking is available in the main short term hourly lot, long term lots, and the express shuttle lot. A designated disabled parking lot is located between the short term hourly lot and the rental car lot.
Kent County Intl Airport Grand Rapids Ground Transportation
Ground Transportation
Taxis, limousines, public buses and hotel shuttles are available for ground transportation at the Gerald R Ford International Airport.
Taxis
Calder City Taxi is the only taxi service operating from the Gerald R Ford International Airport. Call +1 616 454 8080 for more information.
Limousines
Various companies are providing limousine services on request. These limousine companies can be contacted through the visitor information center inside the airport terminal.
Public Buses
Rapid Bus Service and Greyhound Bus Lines serve the Gerald R Ford International Airport. These public buses travel according to a fixed route, on schedule and to pre-fixed destinations only.
Hotel Shuttles
Most hotels in Grand Rapids provide complimentary shuttle services to and from Gerald R Ford International Airport. For further information on the shuttle services, please contact the relevant hotel.
Kent County Intl Airport Grand Rapids Airport Security
Security
Introduction
Increased security measures are in operation in US airports. Information on what passengers are permitted and forbidden to take aboard is available to download here from the Transportation Security Administration (English version pdf) - http://www.tsa.gov/public/display?theme=183&content=09000519800720a4.
Missing baggage: Contact your airline directly regarding lost or damaged luggage. Proceed to the airport Police Office in the terminal main hall or call +1 616 233 6015 for further assistance.
Help for stranded travelers: The Visitor Information Desk is located in the baggage claim area and it is staffed from 9:00 am to 10:00 pm seven days a week. This information desk functions as collaboration between Gerald R. Ford International Airport and the Grand Rapids / Kent County Convention & Visitors Bureau.
Kent County Intl Airport Grand Rapids Extra Facilities
Kent County Intl Airport Grand Rapids Maps and Directions
Gerald R Ford International Airport Map
Grand Rapids Area Map
Maps and Directions
Driving Directions
From Interstate 96
Take either exit 46 for westbound M-6, or exit 43A for westbound 28th Street. From exit 46, proceed westbound on M-6 to exit 15. Proceed northbound on M-37, and watch for signs for northbound Patterson Avenue. Take Patterson Avenue north to 44th Street.
From exit 43A
Proceed west on 28th Street to Patterson Avenue (first major intersection) turn left, and proceed south to 44th Street.
U.S. 131
Take exit 89A for Interstate 96 east (if coming from the north) and follow the directions above from exit 43A, or take exit 77 (if coming from the south) and proceed east on M-6 to exit 15. Proceed north on M-37 and watch for signs for northbound Patterson Avenue. Take Patterson Avenue north to the airport entrance at 44th Street.
Interstate 196
Take exit 64 and proceed east on M-6 and follow the directions above from exit 77, or follow eastbound Interstate 196 to Interstate 96 and follow the directions above from exit 43A.
