Airport Comparison
| APW | GRF | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Faleolo International Airport | Gray Army Air Field (Joint Base Lewis-Mcchord) Airport |
| IATA Code | APW | GRF |
| ICAO Code | NSFA | KGRF |
| City | Apia | Fort Lewis/Tacoma |
| Country | Samoa | United States |
| Timezone | Pacific/Apia | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 58 ft | 301 ft |
| Coordinates | -13.830000, -172.010000 | 47.080000, -122.580000 |
Apia (APW) to Fort Lewis/Tacoma (GRF) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Faleolo International Airport (APW) in Apia, Samoa to Gray Army Air Field (Joint Base Lewis-Mcchord) Airport (GRF) in Fort Lewis/Tacoma, United States is 8,365 kilometers (5,198 miles / 4,517 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northeast at a heading of 32°.
This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.
This is an international route connecting Samoa with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 12:17 in Apia, it's 15:17 in Fort Lewis/Tacoma. With a 21-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
The return flight from Fort Lewis/Tacoma (GRF) to Apia (APW) follows a heading of 230° (southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Faleolo International Airport (APW) and Gray Army Air Field (Joint Base Lewis-Mcchord) Airport (GRF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.