Direct (nonstop) flights from Grand Rapids to Detroit

1 airline flys nonstop from Gerald R Ford International (GRR) to Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW). It's 120 miles (193 km), about 1h 1m in the air. Operated by Delta Air Lines.

GRR
Gerald R Ford International
🇺🇸 Grand Rapids, USA
DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Airport
🇺🇸 Detroit, USA
Flight Time
1h 1m
Distance
120 mi
193 km
CO₂/pax
22 kg
−70 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Delta Air Lines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Delta Air Lines Delta Air Lines

Route data last updated: May 23, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Delta Air Lines DL Delta Air Lines
Route
GRR → DTW
Flight Time
1h 1m
Distance
120 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Grand Rapids to Detroit with one stop · direct emits 22 kg CO₂ per passenger

GRR MDW (Chicago) DTW
Leg 1: 1h 5m (136 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (227 mi) Total: ~2h 15m 🍃 92 kg CO₂ (+318% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GRR → MDW
1h 5m · 136 mi
View GRR to MDW flights →
Leg 2
MDW → DTW
1h 10m · 227 mi
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GRR ORD (Chicago) DTW
Leg 1: 1h 13m (136 mi) Leg 2: 1h 27m (234 mi) Total: ~2h 40m 🍃 93 kg CO₂ (+323% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GRR → ORD
1h 13m · 136 mi
View GRR to ORD flights →
Leg 2
ORD → DTW
1h 27m · 234 mi
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GRR BWI (Baltimore) DTW
Leg 1: 1h 40m (528 mi) Leg 2: 1h 36m (408 mi) Total: ~3h 16m 🍃 199 kg CO₂ (+805% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GRR → BWI
1h 40m · 528 mi
View GRR to BWI flights →
Leg 2
BWI → DTW
1h 36m · 408 mi
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GRR BNA (Nashville) DTW
Leg 1: 1h 36m (470 mi) Leg 2: 1h 41m (455 mi) Total: ~3h 17m 🍃 196 kg CO₂ (+791% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GRR → BNA
1h 36m · 470 mi
View GRR to BNA flights →
Leg 2
BNA → DTW
1h 41m · 455 mi
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GRR MSP (Minneapolis) DTW
Leg 1: 1h 41m (407 mi) Leg 2: 1h 44m (528 mi) Total: ~3h 25m 🍃 198 kg CO₂ (+800% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GRR → MSP
1h 41m · 407 mi
View GRR to MSP flights →
Leg 2
MSP → DTW
1h 44m · 528 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

A nonstop flight from Grand Rapids (GRR) to Detroit (DTW) takes approximately 1 hours and 1 minutes. The distance is 120 miles (193 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Grand Rapids to Detroit?

Just Delta Air Lines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Grand Rapids to Detroit?

Yes. 1 airline: Delta Air Lines.

How far is Grand Rapids from Detroit?

The flight distance from Grand Rapids to Detroit is 120 miles (193 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What type of aircraft flies from Grand Rapids to Detroit?

At 1h 1m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

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

Roughly 22 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 110 km.

Is the return flight from Detroit 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 Detroit?

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.