Private charter · SBN → GRR
South Bend to Grand Rapids
91 miles, about 30 min in a Cirrus SR20. One price for the whole airplane.
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The trip
South Bend to Grand Rapids, door to door faster.
Trade about 2½ hours on the road for about 30 min in the air. Littlebird flies you direct from South Bend International Airport in South Bend to Gerald R. Ford International Airport in Grand Rapids, 91 miles in a Cirrus SR20. You get the whole airplane for one price, with every fee and tax shown before you book.
- Distance
- 91 mi
- Flight
- 30 min
- Driving
- 2½ hours
- Passengers
- Up to 5
Flight time by aircraft
- Cirrus SR20 · up to 3 passengers30 min
- Cirrus Vision Jet · up to 5 passengers15 min
Planned times in the air. Your quote shows exact departure and arrival times.
Departing South Bend
Airports in South Bend
SBN
Commercial airportSouth Bend International Airport
South Bend · KSBN
- From downtown
- 3 mi
- Longest runway
- 8,412 ft
MGC
Commercial airportMichigan City Municipal Airport
Michigan City · KMGC
- From downtown
- 29 mi
- Longest runway
- 4,099 ft
NLE
Regional airportJerry Tyler Memorial Airport
Niles
- From downtown
- 11 mi
- Longest runway
- 4,100 ft
EKI
Regional airportElkhart Municipal Airport
Elkhart · KEKM
- From downtown
- 14 mi
- Longest runway
- 6,500 ft
PLY
Regional airportPlymouth Municipal Airport
Plymouth
- From downtown
- 22 mi
- Longest runway
- 4,400 ft
LPO
Regional airportLa Porte Municipal Airport
La Porte · KPPO
- From downtown
- 25 mi
- Longest runway
- 5,000 ft
Arriving Grand Rapids
Airports in Grand Rapids
GRR
Major airportGerald R. Ford International Airport
Grand Rapids · KGRR
- From downtown
- 9 mi
- Longest runway
- 10,001 ft
KBIV
Regional airportWest Michigan Regional Airport
Holland
- From downtown
- 27 mi
- Longest runway
- 6,002 ft
K08C
Regional airportRiverview Airport
Georgetown Township
- From downtown
- 7 mi
- Longest runway
- 3,920 ft
KZ98
Regional airportOttawa Executive Airport
Zeeland
- From downtown
- 17 mi
- Longest runway
- 3,800 ft
K6D6
Regional airportGreenville Municipal Airport
Greenville
- From downtown
- 24 mi
- Longest runway
- 4,199 ft
K9D9
Regional airportHastings Airport
Hastings
- From downtown
- 26 mi
- Longest runway
- 5,003 ft
When you land
Things to do in Grand Rapids
Grand Rapids earned the name Furniture City in the 19th century, and the region remains a world center of office furniture and design, with Steelcase headquartered in the area and other major manufacturers in nearby Holland and Zeeland. Today the economy also rests on healthcare, life sciences, food and consumer products, with Amway in nearby Ada and the Meijer retail chain based on the city’s edge. The downtown Medical Mile along Michigan Street brings together hospitals, Michigan State University’s medical school and the Van Andel Institute.
- 01
Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park
One of the most visited art and garden destinations in the Midwest combines a tropical conservatory, a Japanese garden and outdoor sculptures by artists such as Rodin, Moore and Calder.
- 02
Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum
On the Grand River downtown, this museum covers Ford’s life and presidency, including a replica of the Oval Office, and Ford and his wife Betty are buried on the grounds.
- 03
Grand Rapids Art Museum
Housed in a striking modern building downtown, the museum presents a broad collection of American and European art along with design exhibitions tied to the city’s furniture heritage.
- 04
Grand Rapids Downtown Market
This indoor market hall south of downtown gathers local food vendors, bakeries, butchers and restaurants, with a seasonal outdoor farmers’ market.
- 05
Founders Brewing Co.
One of the best-known breweries in Beer City USA, Founders operates a busy taproom downtown, and dozens of other breweries are within a short drive.
- 06
Grand Rapids Public Museum
Along the river, this museum covers local history, natural science and the furniture industry, with a vintage carousel and a planetarium.
Questions
South Bend to Grand Rapids flights
How long is a private flight from South Bend to Grand Rapids?
About 30 min in a Cirrus SR20, for 91 miles direct. Driving the same trip takes about 2½ hours.
Which airports do flights from South Bend to Grand Rapids use?
You can depart from South Bend International Airport (SBN), Michigan City Municipal Airport (MGC), or Jerry Tyler Memorial Airport (NLE) and arrive at Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR), West Michigan Regional Airport (KBIV), or Riverview Airport (K08C). Pick whichever is closest to where you're starting and where you're headed.
How much does a private charter from South Bend to Grand Rapids cost?
The price depends on the date, departure time, aircraft and where the airplane is positioned. Enter your trip above to see an instant price for the whole airplane, with every tax and fee included.
Can I book a round trip between South Bend and Grand Rapids?
Yes. Choose round trip when you search, and pick your return date and time. Flights from Grand Rapids back to South Bend are priced the same way.
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