The flight distance from Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International Airport (FLL) in Fort Lauderdale, United States to Rafai Airport (RFA) in Rafai, Central African Republic is 11,157 kilometers (6,933 miles / 6,024 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying east at a heading of 79°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting United States with Central African Republic. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 15:14 in Fort Lauderdale, it's 20:14 in Rafai. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,694 feet between the two airports. Rafai Airport sits higher than Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International Airport.

The return flight from Rafai (RFA) to Fort Lauderdale (FLL) follows a heading of 298° (west 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 Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International Airport (FLL) and Rafai Airport (RFA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.