CPT
Cape Town
South Africa
4,367 km
2,714 miles
RFA
Rafai
Central African Republic
Distance
4,367 km
2,714 mi / 2,358 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
north

Airport Comparison

CPT RFA
Airport Name Cape Town International Airport Rafai Airport
IATA Code CPT RFA
ICAO Code FACT FEGR
City Cape Town Rafai
Country South Africa Central African Republic
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Africa/Bangui
Elevation 151 ft 1,759 ft
Coordinates -33.960000, 18.600000 4.990000, 23.930000

Cape Town (CPT) to Rafai (RFA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Rafai Airport (RFA) in Rafai, Central African Republic is 4,367 kilometers (2,714 miles / 2,358 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying north at a heading of 8°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 17:05 in Cape Town, it's 16:05 in Rafai.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,608 feet between the two airports. Rafai Airport sits higher than Cape Town International Airport.

The return flight from Rafai (RFA) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 187° (south). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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