Airport Comparison
| MVD | RFA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Carrasco International /General C L Berisso Airport | Rafai Airport |
| IATA Code | MVD | RFA |
| ICAO Code | SUMU | FEGR |
| City | Montevideo | Rafai |
| Country | Uruguay | Central African Republic |
| Timezone | America/Montevideo | Africa/Bangui |
| Elevation | 105 ft | 1,759 ft |
| Coordinates | -34.840000, -56.030000 | 4.990000, 23.930000 |
Montevideo (MVD) to Rafai (RFA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Carrasco International /General C L Berisso Airport (MVD) in Montevideo, Uruguay to Rafai Airport (RFA) in Rafai, Central African Republic is 9,415 kilometers (5,850 miles / 5,084 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east at a heading of 80°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting Uruguay with Central African Republic. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 15:00 in Montevideo, it's 19:00 in Rafai. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,654 feet between the two airports. Rafai Airport sits higher than Carrasco International /General C L Berisso Airport.
The return flight from Rafai (RFA) to Montevideo (MVD) follows a heading of 234° (southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Carrasco International /General C L Berisso Airport (MVD) and Rafai Airport (RFA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.