Airport Comparison
| BLR | GRF | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Bengaluru International Airport | Gray Army Air Field (Joint Base Lewis-Mcchord) Airport |
| IATA Code | BLR | GRF |
| ICAO Code | VOBL | KGRF |
| City | Bangalore | Fort Lewis/Tacoma |
| Country | India | United States |
| Timezone | Asia/Kolkata | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 3,000 ft | 301 ft |
| Coordinates | 13.200000, 77.710000 | 47.080000, -122.580000 |
Bangalore (BLR) to Fort Lewis/Tacoma (GRF) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Bengaluru International Airport (BLR) in Bangalore, India to Gray Army Air Field (Joint Base Lewis-Mcchord) Airport (GRF) in Fort Lewis/Tacoma, United States is 13,014 kilometers (8,087 miles / 7,027 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north northeast at a heading of 15°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting India with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 02:51 in Bangalore, it's 13:21 in Fort Lewis/Tacoma. With a 13.5-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,699 feet between the two airports. Gray Army Air Field (Joint Base Lewis-Mcchord) Airport sits lower than Bengaluru International Airport.
The return flight from Fort Lewis/Tacoma (GRF) to Bangalore (BLR) follows a heading of 338° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Bengaluru International Airport (BLR) and Gray Army Air Field (Joint Base Lewis-Mcchord) Airport (GRF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.