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Rafaela Airport (RAF)

Rafaela, Argentina · small airport · -31.282° -61.502° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeRAF
ICAO CodeSAFR
Typesmall airport
NameRafaela Airport
MunicipalityRafaela
CountryArgentina
ContinentSA
Latitude-31.282° S
Longitude-61.502° W
Elevation325 ft
Climate ZoneTemperate
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score50
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryArgentina
ISO Code
RegionRafaela
Continent CodeSA
IANA TimezoneAmerica/Argentina/Buenos_Aires
UTC Offset (Standard)UTC-3
DST OffsetUTC-3
Current Offset--

🌬 Best Time to Fly

Recommended: May – October
Dry season in most of South America
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Dry: May–OctWet: Nov–Apr

✈ Airlines Serving RAF

LA — LATAM AirlinesG3 — Gol AirlinesAR — Aerolíneas ArgentinasAV — Avianca

🌡 Climate — Temperate (31.3°S)

Jan
8°
0°
Feb
10°
1°
Mar
13°
4°
Apr
17°
7°
May
21°
11°
Jun
26°
15°
Jul
28°
17°
Aug
27°
16°
Sep
23°
13°
Oct
18°
9°
Nov
12°
5°
Dec
9°
1°
* Approximate average temperatures by month based on temperate latitude zone

✨ AI-Enhanced Insights

Rafaela Airport (RAF/SAFR) is a small general-aviation airport serving Rafaela, an agricultural and industrial city in Santa Fe Province, Argentina. Located just north of the city, it has a paved runway and no scheduled commercial airline service, handling private, training, and agricultural flights. It is a convenient regional airstrip for access to the Rafaela area and the nearby RN 34 corridor.

💡 Local Tip
Frequent visitors know to call ahead to confirm the field's operational status, fuel availability, and any PPR requirements—Rafaela can be quiet, and services may not be staffed outside published hours. The nearby city is also a good stop for a quick meal or dairy-region specialties before or after a flight.
🚖 Getting There

The airport has no regular public bus service, so the most practical options are taxi or remis from Rafaela; arrange your return ride in advance, especially outside business hours. By car, access is via the city's north side and the RN 34 corridor, with the drive from downtown taking about 10-15 minutes. If you are renting a car, pick it up in Rafaela before heading to the airport, as on-site rental desks are unlikely.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What airlines fly to Rafaela Airport?
A: No major scheduled airlines currently serve Rafaela Airport; it is primarily used for general aviation, flight training, and private aircraft.

Q: What is the airport code for Rafaela Airport?
A: The IATA code is RAF and the ICAO code is SAFR.

Q: How far is Rafaela Airport from downtown Rafaela?
A: It is roughly 5-10 km north of the city center, typically a 10-15 minute drive depending on traffic.

Q: Is there fuel and parking at Rafaela Airport?
A: Fuel availability may be limited and is often arranged through the local aeroclub or operator; confirm in advance. Parking is generally available for light aircraft.
AI-generated content · Generated Sep 27, 2026 · deepseek-v4.1-flash

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