Airport Comparison
| GRF | HEL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Gray Army Air Field (Joint Base Lewis-Mcchord) Airport | Helsinki Vantaa Airport |
| IATA Code | GRF | HEL |
| ICAO Code | KGRF | EFHK |
| City | Fort Lewis/Tacoma | Helsinki |
| Country | United States | Finland |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles | Europe/Helsinki |
| Elevation | 301 ft | 179 ft |
| Coordinates | 47.080000, -122.580000 | 60.320000, 24.960000 |
Fort Lewis/Tacoma (GRF) to Helsinki (HEL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Gray Army Air Field (Joint Base Lewis-Mcchord) Airport (GRF) in Fort Lewis/Tacoma, United States to Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) in Helsinki, Finland is 7,718 kilometers (4,796 miles / 4,167 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying north northeast at a heading of 16°.
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 United States with Finland. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 17:16 in Fort Lewis/Tacoma, it's 03:16 in Helsinki. With a 10-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 Helsinki (HEL) to Fort Lewis/Tacoma (GRF) follows a heading of 337° (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 Gray Army Air Field (Joint Base Lewis-Mcchord) Airport (GRF) and Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.