Airport Comparison
| GRF | MAD | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Gray Army Air Field (Joint Base Lewis-Mcchord) Airport | Madrid Barajas International Airport |
| IATA Code | GRF | MAD |
| ICAO Code | KGRF | LEMD |
| City | Fort Lewis/Tacoma | Madrid |
| Country | United States | Spain |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles | Europe/Madrid |
| Elevation | 301 ft | 2,001 ft |
| Coordinates | 47.080000, -122.580000 | 40.490000, -3.570000 |
Fort Lewis/Tacoma (GRF) to Madrid (MAD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Gray Army Air Field (Joint Base Lewis-Mcchord) Airport (GRF) in Fort Lewis/Tacoma, United States to Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain is 8,566 kilometers (5,323 miles / 4,625 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 43°.
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 Spain. 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 04:39 in Fort Lewis/Tacoma, it's 13:39 in Madrid. With a 9-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 1,700 feet between the two airports. Madrid Barajas International Airport sits higher than Gray Army Air Field (Joint Base Lewis-Mcchord) Airport.
The return flight from Madrid (MAD) to Fort Lewis/Tacoma (GRF) follows a heading of 322° (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 Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.