Direct (nonstop) flights from Chicago to Grand Rapids

2 airlines fly nonstop from Chicago O Hare International (ORD) to Gerald R Ford International (GRR). It's 136 miles (219 km), about 1h 6m in the air. Operated by American Airlines, United Airlines.

ORD
Chicago O Hare International
🇺🇸 Chicago, USA
GRR
Gerald R Ford International
🇺🇸 Grand Rapids, USA
Flight Time
1h 6m
Distance
136 mi
219 km
CO₂/pax
25 kg
−65 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
American Airlines +1
Time Diff
+1h
Operated by American Airlines American Airlines United Airlines United Airlines

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

American Airlines AA American Airlines
Route
ORD → GRR
Flight Time
1h 6m
Distance
136 mi
United Airlines UA United Airlines
Route
ORD → GRR
Flight Time
1h 6m
Distance
136 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Chicago to Grand Rapids with one stop · direct emits 25 kg CO₂ per passenger

ORD DTW (Detroit) GRR
Leg 1: 1h 27m (234 mi) Leg 2: 56m (120 mi) Total: ~2h 23m 🍃 90 kg CO₂ (+260% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ORD → DTW
1h 27m · 234 mi
View ORD to DTW flights →
Leg 2
DTW → GRR
56m · 120 mi
View DTW to GRR flights →
ORD MSP (Minneapolis) GRR
Leg 1: 1h 38m (334 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (407 mi) Total: ~3h 3m 🍃 162 kg CO₂ (+548% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ORD → MSP
1h 38m · 334 mi
View ORD to MSP flights →
Leg 2
MSP → GRR
1h 25m · 407 mi
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ORD BNA (Nashville) GRR
Leg 1: 1h 44m (408 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (470 mi) Total: ~3h 14m 🍃 188 kg CO₂ (+652% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ORD → BNA
1h 44m · 408 mi
View ORD to BNA flights →
Leg 2
BNA → GRR
1h 30m · 470 mi
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ORD BWI (Baltimore) GRR
Leg 1: 2h 2m (621 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (528 mi) Total: ~3h 42m 🍃 238 kg CO₂ (+852% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ORD → BWI
2h 2m · 621 mi
View ORD to BWI flights →
Leg 2
BWI → GRR
1h 40m · 528 mi
View BWI to GRR flights →
ORD DCA (Washington) GRR
Leg 1: 1h 59m (611 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (524 mi) Total: ~3h 54m 🍃 235 kg CO₂ (+840% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ORD → DCA
1h 59m · 611 mi
View ORD to DCA flights →
Leg 2
DCA → GRR
1h 55m · 524 mi
View DCA to GRR flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

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

A nonstop flight from Chicago (ORD) to Grand Rapids (GRR) takes approximately 1 hours and 6 minutes. The distance is 136 miles (219 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Chicago to Grand Rapids?

2 airlines: American Airlines, United Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Chicago to Grand Rapids?

Yes. 2 airlines: American Airlines, United Airlines.

How far is Chicago from Grand Rapids?

The flight distance from Chicago to Grand Rapids is 136 miles (219 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What type of aircraft flies from Chicago to Grand Rapids?

At 1h 6m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

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

Roughly 25 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 125 km.

Is the return flight from Grand Rapids to Chicago 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 Chicago to Grand Rapids?

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 Chicago O Hare International for this flight?

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