LOS
Lagos
Nigeria
2,287 km
1,421 miles
RFA
Rafai
Central African Republic
Distance
2,287 km
1,421 mi / 1,235 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Lagos
Heading
93°
east

Airport Comparison

LOS RFA
Airport Name Murtala Muhammed International Airport Rafai Airport
IATA Code LOS RFA
ICAO Code DNMM FEGR
City Lagos Rafai
Country Nigeria Central African Republic
Timezone Africa/Lagos Africa/Bangui
Elevation 135 ft 1,759 ft
Coordinates 6.580000, 3.320000 4.990000, 23.930000

Lagos (LOS) to Rafai (RFA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) in Lagos, Nigeria to Rafai Airport (RFA) in Rafai, Central African Republic is 2,287 kilometers (1,421 miles / 1,235 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying east at a heading of 93°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 18:06 in Lagos, it's 18:06 in Rafai.

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

The return flight from Rafai (RFA) to Lagos (LOS) follows a heading of 275° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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