ATH
Athens
Greece
3,664 km
2,277 miles
RFA
Rafai
Central African Republic
Distance
3,664 km
2,277 mi / 1,978 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Europe/Athens
Heading
180°
south

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ATH RFA
Airport Name Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport Rafai Airport
IATA Code ATH RFA
ICAO Code LGAV FEGR
City Athens Rafai
Country Greece Central African Republic
Timezone Europe/Athens Africa/Bangui
Elevation 308 ft 1,759 ft
Coordinates 37.940000, 23.940000 4.990000, 23.930000

Athens (ATH) to Rafai (RFA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) in Athens, Greece to Rafai Airport (RFA) in Rafai, Central African Republic is 3,664 kilometers (2,277 miles / 1,978 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying south at a heading of 180°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Greece 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 13:55 in Athens, it's 12:55 in Rafai.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,451 feet between the two airports. Rafai Airport sits higher than Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport.

The return flight from Rafai (RFA) to Athens (ATH) follows a heading of 0° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) and Rafai Airport (RFA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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