Airport Comparison
| GRF | PPT | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Gray Army Air Field (Joint Base Lewis-Mcchord) Airport | Faa'a International Airport |
| IATA Code | GRF | PPT |
| ICAO Code | KGRF | NTAA |
| City | Fort Lewis/Tacoma | Papeete |
| Country | United States | French Polynesia |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles | Pacific/Tahiti |
| Elevation | 301 ft | 5 ft |
| Coordinates | 47.080000, -122.580000 | -17.550000, -149.610000 |
Fort Lewis/Tacoma (GRF) to Papeete (PPT) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Gray Army Air Field (Joint Base Lewis-Mcchord) Airport (GRF) in Fort Lewis/Tacoma, United States to Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia is 7,678 kilometers (4,771 miles / 4,146 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying south southwest at a heading of 208°.
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 French Polynesia. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 11:58 in Fort Lewis/Tacoma, it's 09:58 in Papeete.
The return flight from Papeete (PPT) to Fort Lewis/Tacoma (GRF) follows a heading of 19° (north northeast). 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 Faa'a International Airport (PPT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.