Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) has been named Best Small Airport in USA TODAY’s Reader’s Choice Awards.
The airport was selected from a list of 20 finalists, which was determined by a panel of experts who then passed the final decision onto the public.

Gerald R. Ford International Airport Authority President & CEO Tory Richardson said:We are honoured that the best guests in the country have helped us win the #1 spot for the best small airport!
The community’s incredible support continues to propel our commitment to providing a world-class airport experience, and we are thrilled to have won this award for the community.
GRR saw a record-breaking number of passengers in 2024, handling more than 4 million passengers during the year. Operated by the Gerald R. Ford International Airport Authority; the airport has more than 100 team members responsible for infrastructure and maintenance of all facilities.
Other top ten finalists included:
- Long Island MacArthur Airport (ISP)
- Rhode Island T.F. Green International Airport (PVD)
- Myrtle Beach International Airport (MYR)
- Piedmont Triad International Airport (GSO)
- Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC)
- Huntsville International Airport (HSV)
- Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport (ICT)
- Pensacola International Airport (PNS)
- Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT)