MPM
Maputo
Mozambique
3,561 km
2,213 miles
RFA
Rafai
Central African Republic
Distance
3,561 km
2,213 mi / 1,923 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Maputo
Heading
344°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

MPM RFA
Airport Name Maputo Airport Rafai Airport
IATA Code MPM RFA
ICAO Code FQMA FEGR
City Maputo Rafai
Country Mozambique Central African Republic
Timezone Africa/Maputo Africa/Bangui
Elevation 145 ft 1,759 ft
Coordinates -25.920000, 32.570000 4.990000, 23.930000

Maputo (MPM) to Rafai (RFA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Maputo Airport (MPM) in Maputo, Mozambique to Rafai Airport (RFA) in Rafai, Central African Republic is 3,561 kilometers (2,213 miles / 1,923 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying north northwest at a heading of 344°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 00:55 in Maputo, it's 23:55 in Rafai.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,614 feet between the two airports. Rafai Airport sits higher than Maputo Airport.

The return flight from Rafai (RFA) to Maputo (MPM) follows a heading of 165° (south southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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