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Current Date And Time In Rafaḩ, Egypt

Wednesday, 29 July 2026
08:50:26 EET
Currency: Egyptian Pound (EGP)
Timezone: UTC +02:00 (EET)
Population: 44,215

✈️ Rafaḩ, North Sinai, Egypt - Travel Information


Plan your trip to Rafaḩ, North Sinai, Egypt using verified regional travel data — plug socket types, voltage and frequency ratings, local emergency numbers, road traffic direction, country calling code and internet domain. A ready-to-use reference for field teams, travel planners, device shippers, remote workers and regional managers handling on-ground operations in Rafaḩ.

Why It Matters: Arriving in Rafaḩ with the wrong plug adapter can damage your devices beyond repair. Dialling the wrong emergency number wastes critical response time. Driving on the wrong side of the road is a direct safety hazard. This verified regional data helps you prepare fully before reaching Rafaḩ — so every trip, deployment or shipment runs without a hitch.

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🚗 Driving & General Info

Vehicles in Egypt, which includes Rafaḩ, follow Right-hand traffic — check road rules for Egypt before hiring a car, planning a road trip or deploying a commercial vehicle fleet in the region. This section also covers Egypt's time zone +02:00, country calling code +20 (exit prefix 00) and country internet domain .EG. Key reference for travel coordinators, fleet managers, delivery planners and field staff running ground operations in Rafaḩ.

AttributeValue
🚗 Driving Side➡️ Right side of road
⏰ Time Zone(s)+02:00
📞 Country Calling Code+20
☎️ International Exit Prefix00
🌐 Internet Domain.EG

🚨 Emergency Numbers

Active emergency contact numbers for Egypt — police 112, ambulance 123, fire brigade 180. Store these in your phone before you reach Rafaḩ. In a real crisis, calling the wrong number delays help by critical minutes. These contacts are relied upon by corporate travel coordinators, health and safety officers, on-ground field staff and expat support teams as part of pre-deployment safety planning and duty-of-care procedures in Rafaḩ.

🚔
Police
112
🚑
Ambulance
123
🚒
Fire
180

📊 Egypt At A Glance

Key United Nations development indicators for Egypt — a fast read on healthcare quality, education level and economic strength of the country you are visiting.

🌟
HDI Score
0.731
High
👤
Life Expectancy
71.8
years
📚
Literacy Rate
79.5%
adults 15+
💰
GDP Per Capita
$3,338
USD / year
💼
Unemployment
6.8%
of labour force

📊 Source: UNDP / World Bank country indicators. See the full Egypt development profile.

✈️ Nearest Airports

Airports closest to Rafaḩ for flight planning and ground transport arrangements.

Nearest to Rafaḩ
Regional Airport • EGH
El Jora Airport
El Jora, EG
24
km away
Nearest to Arish (Capital)
International Airport • AAC
El Arish International Airport
El Arish, EG
9
km from Arish

📍 Each distance is measured from the location center named in that row — Rafaḩ's exact coordinates, or Arish's coordinates for the capital-airport entry.

✈️ How Far Is Rafaḩ From Major World Cities?

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Rafaḩ to the world's major travel hubs, with an estimated non-stop flight time for each route. Sorted nearest first — a quick reference for comparing route options, layover planning and rough journey budgeting before checking live fares.

CityDistance (km)Distance (mi)Est. Flight Time
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)2,164 km1,345 mi~ 3h 18m
Paris (France)3,305 km2,053 mi~ 4h 38m
London (United Kingdom)3,589 km2,230 mi~ 4h 58m
Singapore (Singapore)7,997 km4,969 mi~ 10h 10m
New York (United States)9,139 km5,679 mi~ 11h 30m
Tokyo (Japan)9,252 km5,749 mi~ 11h 38m
Toronto (Canada)9,301 km5,779 mi~ 11h 42m
Los Angeles (United States)12,199 km7,580 mi~ 15h 06m
Sydney (Australia)14,197 km8,822 mi~ 17h 27m
Auckland (New Zealand)16,353 km10,161 mi~ 19h 59m

✈ Flight times are estimates for a direct flight at typical cruise speed (~850 km/h) plus taxi and climb time; actual schedules, winds and routings will vary.

⏰ Local Time Offset & DST Status

Operating schedule alignment for Rafaḩ, Egypt is set to Eastern European Time (EET) with a current offset of UTC +02:00. Running digital systems, booking flights or arranging conference calls with regional partners in Rafaḩ requires syncing with local business hours to avoid logistics scheduling mismatches.

Standard ParameterCurrent Status
⏰ Active Time ZoneEastern European Time (EET)
⏱️ Active UTC OffsetUTC +02:00
📅 DST Observing StatusNot Observed (Standard Time year-round)
🕒 Current Local Time8:50 AM on Wednesday, July 29, 2026

🌍 Time Difference From Rafaḩ to Major World Cities

It is currently 9:50 AM on Wednesday in Rafaḩ. The table below shows the live local time in the world's key business and travel hubs, and how far each one runs ahead of or behind Rafaḩ right now (daylight saving time is already included). Use it to plan international calls, meeting schedules and flight arrivals without time-zone mistakes.

CityCurrent Local TimeCompared To Rafaḩ
New York (United States)Wed, 2:50 AM7h behind
Los Angeles (United States)Tue, 11:50 PM10h behind
Toronto (Canada)Wed, 2:50 AM7h behind
London (United Kingdom)Wed, 7:50 AM2h behind
Paris (France)Wed, 8:50 AM1h behind
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)Wed, 10:50 AM1h ahead
Singapore (Singapore)Wed, 2:50 PM5h ahead
Tokyo (Japan)Wed, 3:50 PM6h ahead
Sydney (Australia)Wed, 4:50 PM7h ahead
Auckland (New Zealand)Wed, 6:50 PM9h ahead

ℹ Differences are calculated live from the IANA time-zone database, so active daylight saving periods in either location are automatically reflected.

💱 Money In Rafaḩ — Quick Exchange Reference

The local currency in Rafaḩ is the Egyptian pound (EGP), written as . The reference values below show roughly what one unit of each major world currency converts to — handy for a quick mental benchmark when checking prices, tipping or withdrawing cash on arrival.

$ 1 US Dollar
E£ 50.50
EGP
€ 1 Euro
E£ 57.56
EGP
£ 1 British Pound
E£ 67.16
EGP
A$ 1 Australian Dollar
E£ 35.13
EGP
C$ 1 Canadian Dollar
E£ 35.84
EGP

💰 Indicative mid-market cross-rates, last refreshed July 29, 2026. See the full currency profile & live rates before exchanging money.

🗣️ Languages Spoken In Rafaḩ

Knowing which languages are used in Rafaḩ helps with signage, transport bookings, hiring local guides and emergency communication. English proficiency varies by region — learning a few greetings in the local language always earns goodwill.

Official language(s):
Arabic

🗣 Explore the complete language profile including regional languages and speaker statistics.

🗺️ Nearby Cities Proximity Directory

Aerial distance, direction bearings and direct links to travel standards guides for cities closest to Rafaḩ. Used by logistics coordinators, supply chain managers and on-ground operational teams to plan intercity routing, cross-border deliveries and transport corridors.

Nearby CityDistance (mi)Distance (km)HeadingDirection
Rafaḩ (Gaza Strip, Palestinian Territory)1 mi2 kmNNE
⬆️
Shukat aş Şufi (Gaza Strip, Palestinian Territory)3 mi5 kmESE
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Shokat as-Sufi (Gaza Strip, Palestinian Territory)3 mi5 kmESE
⬆️
An Naşr (Gaza Strip, Palestinian Territory)4 mi6 kmEast (E)
⬆️
Al Fukhkhari (Gaza Strip, Palestinian Territory)5 mi9 kmEast (E)
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🏛️ 7 Wonders Of The World — Distance From Rafaḩ

The closest of the New 7 Wonders to Rafaḩ is the Petra (Jordan), about 157 km away. Straight-line distances from Rafaḩ to all seven wonders, nearest first — a fun bucket-list planner with a full visiting guide for each monument.

WonderLocationDistance (km)Distance (mi)
PetraWadi Musa, Jordan157 km97 mi
ColosseumRome, Italy2,262 km1,406 mi
Taj MahalAgra, India4,248 km2,639 mi
Great Wall of ChinaBeijing (nearest major city), China7,180 km4,461 mi
Christ the RedeemerRio de Janeiro, Brazil10,208 km6,343 mi
Chichén ItzáPisté (nearest town), Mexico11,616 km7,218 mi
Machu PicchuAguas Calientes, Peru12,344 km7,670 mi

🏛 Click any wonder for its full visiting guide — entrance fees, best time to visit, how to get there and travel tips. Or browse all 7 Wonders of the World.

🌐 State & Country Travel Guides

Rafaḩ shares the same national travel standards as the rest of North Sinai and Egypt. For a broader view covering more cities and regional context, see the full state and country travel guides.

✈️ North Sinai Travel GuideView travel standards for all of North Sinai, including major hub cities.
✈️ Egypt Travel GuideView nationwide travel standards for Egypt.

⚡ Electrical Standards

Power supply in Rafaḩ, Egypt runs at 230V / 50Hz using Type C/F socket. Always check your device's input rating before plugging in — connecting a 110V appliance to a 220–240V outlet will permanently burn it out. Carry the right plug adapter for Rafaḩ and a voltage converter if needed. Essential pre-arrival check for gadget travellers, hardware shippers, remote workers and field engineers setting up equipment in Rafaḩ.

StandardDetail
⚡ Voltage230 V
🔄 Frequency50 Hz
🔌 Plug Types
CType C: Two round pins (Europlug)
FType F: Two round pins + grounding clips (Schuko)
States By Alphabets

🧭 Rafaḩ's Travel Essentials — What Every Visitor Should Know

🔋 Before You Pack for Rafaḩ

A dead phone charger is a rough way to start a trip to Rafaḩ. Confirm the local socket type and voltage in the Electrical Standards table above before you leave home, then pack a universal adapter rather than hunting for the right plug once you land.

🚒 Save These Numbers Before You Land

Emergency response only helps if you dial the right line. Store the Emergency Numbers listed above in your phone the moment you arrive in Rafaḩ — not after something goes wrong. Corporate travel desks and family back home should keep the same list on file.

🚦 Rules of the Road in Rafaḩ

Rafaḩ keeps Right-hand traffic, same as the rest of Egypt. Arriving from a country with opposite-side traffic takes a minute to recalibrate — roundabouts and multi-lane junctions are where the mistake usually happens. See the Driving & General Info card above for the full reference.

✈️ Landing Near Rafaḩ

The closest airport to Rafaḩ is El Jora Airport (EGH), about 24 km away. See the Nearest Airports table above for the airport nearest the state capital too — worth checking if it offers more direct routes.

🕑 Calling Rafaḩ From Abroad

Every call, meeting invite or delivery ETA involving Rafaḩ needs to account for its UTC offset — check the Local Time Offset & DST Status card above before you schedule anything. A miscounted time zone is one of the most common reasons a call with partners in Rafaḩ gets missed.

🗺 Planning a Route Beyond Rafaḩ

Rafaḩ rarely sits in isolation. See the Nearby Cities Proximity Directory above for the closest towns, their distance and compass heading from Rafaḩ — handy for a multi-stop road trip or a same-day delivery loop.

🔎 Explore More About Rafaḩ

ℹ️ Rafaḩ OverviewSee the full profile of Rafaḩ — population, GPS, timezone and more.
🗺 Rafaḩ MapView the satellite map with precise GPS coordinates.
📍 Nearby CitiesExplore cities near Rafaḩ for distance and direction.
💰 Rafaḩ CurrencyCheck live exchange rates before you budget your trip.

Frequently Asked Questions — Travelling To Rafaḩ

What side of the road do people drive on in Rafaḩ?

Rafaḩ, like the rest of Egypt, drives on the Right. Confirm this before renting a car or booking a driver — see the Driving & General Info card above for the country's full road-rule reference.

What voltage and plug type does Rafaḩ use?

Rafaḩ runs on 230V / 50Hz power through Type C/F sockets. Pack a matching adapter or a universal one — see the Electrical Standards table above for full plug descriptions.

What are the emergency numbers in Rafaḩ?

In Rafaḩ, reach police on 112, ambulance on 123, fire brigade on 180. See the Emergency Numbers card above — save these before you need them.

What is the closest airport to Rafaḩ?

El Jora Airport (EGH) is the nearest airport to Rafaḩ, about 24 km away. See the Nearest Airports table above for airports near the state capital as well.

What time zone is Rafaḩ in, and does it observe daylight saving?

Rafaḩ runs on Eastern European Time (UTC +02:00). See the Local Time Offset & DST Status card above, plus a live time-difference table against major world cities.

What languages are spoken in Rafaḩ?

Rafaḩ shares the official and regional languages of North Sinai and Egypt — see the Languages Spoken card above for the full breakdown. Learning a greeting or two in the local language goes a long way with vendors and drivers.

Can I use my home currency in Rafaḩ?

No — Rafaḩ uses the Egyptian pound (EGP), symbol . Convert before you arrive; see the quick exchange reference above or the full Rafaḩ currency page for live rates.