Damascus to Rafaḩ flights
Rafaḩ lies 312 km (194 mi) south-west of Damascus, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 9 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Damascus | Rafaḩ | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Syria | Palestinian Territory |
| Population | 1.6 million | 126,305 |
| Elevation | 701 m (2,300 ft) | 30 m (98 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Asia/Damascus) | UTC+3 (Asia/Gaza) |
| Nearest large airport | DAM, 24 km out | AAC, 48 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Rafaḩ
Crossing from Syria into Palestinian Territory: money changes from the Pound to the Shekel (ILS); sockets are BS 546, Euro, Type H; the dialling code becomes +970.
Airports at each end
Leaving Damascus
Damascus is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Damascus International Airport (DAM), 24 km (15 mi) from the centre, whose 11,811-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY, 82 km).
Arriving in Rafaḩ
Rafaḩ is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is El Arish International Airport (AAC), 48 km (30 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,905 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| El Arish International Airport | AAC | 48 km (30 mi) | 9,905 ft | 118 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Rafaḩ from Damascus?
312 km (194 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Damascus.
How long does it take to get from Damascus to Rafaḩ by air?
About 1 h 9 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Damascus and Rafaḩ?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Damascus to Rafaḩ flights?
Typically Damascus International Airport (DAM) to El Arish International Airport (AAC).
What currency do I need in Rafaḩ?
The Shekel (ILS).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.