AMS
Amsterdam
Netherlands
5,549 km
3,448 miles
RFA
Rafai
Central African Republic
Distance
5,549 km
3,448 mi / 2,996 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Europe/Amsterdam
Heading
155°
south southeast

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AMS RFA
Airport Name Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Rafai Airport
IATA Code AMS RFA
ICAO Code EHAM FEGR
City Amsterdam Rafai
Country Netherlands Central African Republic
Timezone Europe/Amsterdam Africa/Bangui
Elevation -11 ft 1,759 ft
Coordinates 52.310000, 4.760000 4.990000, 23.930000

Amsterdam (AMS) to Rafai (RFA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) in Amsterdam, Netherlands to Rafai Airport (RFA) in Rafai, Central African Republic is 5,549 kilometers (3,448 miles / 2,996 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying south southeast at a heading of 155°.

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 Netherlands with Central African Republic. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 20:31 in Amsterdam, it's 20:31 in Rafai.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,770 feet between the two airports. Rafai Airport sits higher than Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.

The return flight from Rafai (RFA) to Amsterdam (AMS) follows a heading of 345° (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 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) and Rafai Airport (RFA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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