MAD
Madrid
Spain
4,808 km
2,987 miles
RFA
Rafai
Central African Republic
Distance
4,808 km
2,987 mi / 2,596 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Europe/Madrid
Heading
138°
southeast

Airport Comparison

MAD RFA
Airport Name Madrid Barajas International Airport Rafai Airport
IATA Code MAD RFA
ICAO Code LEMD FEGR
City Madrid Rafai
Country Spain Central African Republic
Timezone Europe/Madrid Africa/Bangui
Elevation 2,001 ft 1,759 ft
Coordinates 40.490000, -3.570000 4.990000, 23.930000

Madrid (MAD) to Rafai (RFA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain to Rafai Airport (RFA) in Rafai, Central African Republic is 4,808 kilometers (2,987 miles / 2,596 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying southeast at a heading of 138°.

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 Spain 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 16:31 in Madrid, it's 16:31 in Rafai.

The return flight from Rafai (RFA) to Madrid (MAD) follows a heading of 329° (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 Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) and Rafai Airport (RFA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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