MRU
Port Louis
Mauritius
4,644 km
2,886 miles
RFA
Rafai
Central African Republic
Distance
4,644 km
2,886 mi / 2,508 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
Indian/Mauritius
Heading
304°
northwest

Airport Comparison

MRU RFA
Airport Name Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport Rafai Airport
IATA Code MRU RFA
ICAO Code FIMP FEGR
City Port Louis Rafai
Country Mauritius Central African Republic
Timezone Indian/Mauritius Africa/Bangui
Elevation 186 ft 1,759 ft
Coordinates -20.430000, 57.680000 4.990000, 23.930000

Port Louis (MRU) to Rafai (RFA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) in Port Louis, Mauritius to Rafai Airport (RFA) in Rafai, Central African Republic is 4,644 kilometers (2,886 miles / 2,508 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying northwest at a heading of 304°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 22:56 in Port Louis, it's 19:56 in Rafai. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,573 feet between the two airports. Rafai Airport sits higher than Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport.

The return flight from Rafai (RFA) to Port Louis (MRU) follows a heading of 129° (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 Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) and Rafai Airport (RFA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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