Airport Comparison
| GRF | UIO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Gray Army Air Field (Joint Base Lewis-Mcchord) Airport | Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre |
| IATA Code | GRF | UIO |
| ICAO Code | KGRF | SEQM |
| City | Fort Lewis/Tacoma | Quito |
| Country | United States | Ecuador |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles | America/Guayaquil |
| Elevation | 301 ft | 9,200 ft |
| Coordinates | 47.080000, -122.580000 | -0.130000, -78.360000 |
Fort Lewis/Tacoma (GRF) to Quito (UIO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Gray Army Air Field (Joint Base Lewis-Mcchord) Airport (GRF) in Fort Lewis/Tacoma, United States to Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) in Quito, Ecuador is 6,772 kilometers (4,208 miles / 3,656 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying southeast at a heading of 127°.
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 Ecuador. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 22:26 in Fort Lewis/Tacoma, it's 01:26 in Quito. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 8,899 feet between the two airports. Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre sits higher than Gray Army Air Field (Joint Base Lewis-Mcchord) Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Quito (UIO) to Fort Lewis/Tacoma (GRF) follows a heading of 327° (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 Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.