HEL
Helsinki
Finland
6,153 km
3,823 miles
RFA
Rafai
Central African Republic
Distance
6,153 km
3,823 mi / 3,322 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Europe/Helsinki
Heading
181°
south

Airport Comparison

HEL RFA
Airport Name Helsinki Vantaa Airport Rafai Airport
IATA Code HEL RFA
ICAO Code EFHK FEGR
City Helsinki Rafai
Country Finland Central African Republic
Timezone Europe/Helsinki Africa/Bangui
Elevation 179 ft 1,759 ft
Coordinates 60.320000, 24.960000 4.990000, 23.930000

Helsinki (HEL) to Rafai (RFA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) in Helsinki, Finland to Rafai Airport (RFA) in Rafai, Central African Republic is 6,153 kilometers (3,823 miles / 3,322 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying south at a heading of 181°.

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 Finland 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 22:39 in Helsinki, it's 21:39 in Rafai.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,580 feet between the two airports. Rafai Airport sits higher than Helsinki Vantaa Airport.

The return flight from Rafai (RFA) to Helsinki (HEL) follows a heading of 1° (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 Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) and Rafai Airport (RFA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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