The flight distance from Rafai Airport (RFA) in Rafai, Central African Republic to Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) in Ottawa, Canada is 10,358 kilometers (6,436 miles / 5,593 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northwest at a heading of 316°.

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 Central African Republic with Canada. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 06:59 in Rafai, it's 01:59 in Ottawa. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,385 feet between the two airports. Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport sits lower than Rafai Airport.

The return flight from Ottawa (YOW) to Rafai (RFA) follows a heading of 80° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Rafai Airport (RFA) and Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.