CAI
Cairo
Egypt
2,902 km
1,803 miles
RFA
Rafai
Central African Republic
Distance
2,902 km
1,803 mi / 1,567 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Cairo
Heading
197°
south southwest

Airport Comparison

CAI RFA
Airport Name Cairo International Airport Rafai Airport
IATA Code CAI RFA
ICAO Code HECA FEGR
City Cairo Rafai
Country Egypt Central African Republic
Timezone Africa/Cairo Africa/Bangui
Elevation 382 ft 1,759 ft
Coordinates 30.120000, 31.410000 4.990000, 23.930000

Cairo (CAI) to Rafai (RFA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cairo International Airport (CAI) in Cairo, Egypt to Rafai Airport (RFA) in Rafai, Central African Republic is 2,902 kilometers (1,803 miles / 1,567 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying south southwest at a heading of 197°.

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 Egypt with Central African Republic. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 11:35 in Cairo, it's 10:35 in Rafai.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,377 feet between the two airports. Rafai Airport sits higher than Cairo International Airport.

The return flight from Rafai (RFA) to Cairo (CAI) follows a heading of 15° (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 Cairo International Airport (CAI) and Rafai Airport (RFA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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