Airport Comparison
| BSB | GRF | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Presidente Juscelino Kubistschek International Airport | Gray Army Air Field (Joint Base Lewis-Mcchord) Airport |
| IATA Code | BSB | GRF |
| ICAO Code | SBBR | KGRF |
| City | Brasilia | Fort Lewis/Tacoma |
| Country | Brazil | United States |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 3,497 ft | 301 ft |
| Coordinates | -15.870000, -47.920000 | 47.080000, -122.580000 |
Brasilia (BSB) to Fort Lewis/Tacoma (GRF) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Presidente Juscelino Kubistschek International Airport (BSB) in Brasilia, Brazil to Gray Army Air Field (Joint Base Lewis-Mcchord) Airport (GRF) in Fort Lewis/Tacoma, United States is 10,179 kilometers (6,325 miles / 5,496 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northwest at a heading of 319°.
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 Brazil with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 05:25 in Brasilia, it's 00:25 in Fort Lewis/Tacoma. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,196 feet between the two airports. Gray Army Air Field (Joint Base Lewis-Mcchord) Airport sits lower than Presidente Juscelino Kubistschek International Airport.
The return flight from Fort Lewis/Tacoma (GRF) to Brasilia (BSB) follows a heading of 112° (east southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Presidente Juscelino Kubistschek International Airport (BSB) and Gray Army Air Field (Joint Base Lewis-Mcchord) Airport (GRF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.