EDI
Edinburgh
United Kingdom
6,161 km
3,828 miles
RFA
Rafai
Central African Republic
Distance
6,161 km
3,828 mi / 3,327 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Europe/London
Heading
146°
south southeast

Airport Comparison

EDI RFA
Airport Name Edinburgh Airport Rafai Airport
IATA Code EDI RFA
ICAO Code EGPH FEGR
City Edinburgh Rafai
Country United Kingdom Central African Republic
Timezone Europe/London Africa/Bangui
Elevation 135 ft 1,759 ft
Coordinates 55.950000, -3.370000 4.990000, 23.930000

Edinburgh (EDI) to Rafai (RFA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) in Edinburgh, United Kingdom to Rafai Airport (RFA) in Rafai, Central African Republic is 6,161 kilometers (3,828 miles / 3,327 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying south southeast at a heading of 146°.

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 Kingdom 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 10:24 in Edinburgh, it's 11:24 in Rafai.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,624 feet between the two airports. Rafai Airport sits higher than Edinburgh Airport.

The return flight from Rafai (RFA) to Edinburgh (EDI) follows a heading of 342° (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 Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and Rafai Airport (RFA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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