Direct (nonstop) flights from Grand Rapids to Denver

3 airlines fly nonstop from Gerald R Ford International (GRR) to Denver International (DEN). It's 1,014 miles (1,632 km), about 2h 54m in the air. Operated by Frontier Airlines, United Airlines, Southwest Airlines.

GRR
Gerald R Ford International
🇺🇸 Grand Rapids, USA
DEN
Denver International
🇺🇸 Denver, USA
Flight Time
2h 54m
Distance
1,014 mi
1,632 km
CO₂/pax
171 kg
−45 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
Frontier Airlines +2
Time Diff
-2h
Operated by Frontier Airlines Frontier Airlines United Airlines United Airlines Southwest Airlines Southwest Airlines

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Frontier Airlines F9 Frontier Airlines
Route
GRR → DEN
Flight Time
2h 54m
Distance
1,014 mi
United Airlines UA United Airlines
Route
GRR → DEN
Flight Time
2h 54m
Distance
1,014 mi
Southwest Airlines WN Southwest Airlines
Route
GRR → DEN
Flight Time
2h 54m
Distance
1,014 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Grand Rapids to Denver with one stop · direct emits 171 kg CO₂ per passenger

GRR MDW (Chicago) DEN
Leg 1: 1h 5m (136 mi) Leg 2: 2h 40m (896 mi) Total: ~3h 45m 🍃 216 kg CO₂ (+26% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GRR → MDW
1h 5m · 136 mi
View GRR to MDW flights →
Leg 2
MDW → DEN
2h 40m · 896 mi
View MDW to DEN flights →
GRR MSP (Minneapolis) DEN
Leg 1: 1h 41m (407 mi) Leg 2: 2h 11m (680 mi) Total: ~3h 52m 🍃 226 kg CO₂ (+32% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GRR → MSP
1h 41m · 407 mi
View GRR to MSP flights →
Leg 2
MSP → DEN
2h 11m · 680 mi
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GRR ORD (Chicago) DEN
Leg 1: 1h 13m (136 mi) Leg 2: 2h 51m (888 mi) Total: ~4h 4m 🍃 214 kg CO₂ (+25% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GRR → ORD
1h 13m · 136 mi
View GRR to ORD flights →
Leg 2
ORD → DEN
2h 51m · 888 mi
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GRR DTW (Detroit) DEN
Leg 1: 1h 1m (120 mi) Leg 2: 3h 13m (1,122 mi) Total: ~4h 14m 🍃 237 kg CO₂ (+39% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GRR → DTW
1h 1m · 120 mi
View GRR to DTW flights →
Leg 2
DTW → DEN
3h 13m · 1,122 mi
View DTW to DEN flights →
GRR BNA (Nashville) DEN
Leg 1: 1h 36m (470 mi) Leg 2: 2h 56m (1,013 mi) Total: ~4h 32m 🍃 283 kg CO₂ (+65% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GRR → BNA
1h 36m · 470 mi
View GRR to BNA flights →
Leg 2
BNA → DEN
2h 56m · 1,013 mi
View BNA to DEN flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Grand Rapids to Denver?

A nonstop flight from Grand Rapids (GRR) to Denver (DEN) takes approximately 2 hours and 54 minutes. The distance is 1,014 miles (1,632 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Grand Rapids to Denver?

3 airlines: Frontier Airlines, United Airlines, Southwest Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Grand Rapids to Denver?

Yes. 3 airlines: Frontier Airlines, United Airlines, Southwest Airlines.

How far is Grand Rapids from Denver?

The flight distance from Grand Rapids to Denver is 1,014 miles (1,632 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Miami.

What type of aircraft flies from Grand Rapids to Denver?

At 2h 54m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Grand Rapids to Denver?

Roughly 171 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 855 km.

Is the return flight from Denver to Grand Rapids also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Grand Rapids to Denver?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Gerald R Ford International for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.