How long is the flight to Accra from London?

Accra is about 3,169 miles from Heathrow. A non-stop flight, where one operates, takes around 6h 45m; with one connection most journeys take 10 hours to 12 hours.

Which airport do I fly into?

Kotoka International Airport, airport code ACC.

What is the time difference?

Local time in Accra is UTC+0. The UK is on UTC+0 in winter and UTC+1 in summer.

How do I get today’s fare?

Send us your route or call 020 3137 8781 — we’re open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. A consultant checks live fares across the airlines and calls you back.

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Ghana · ACC

Cheap flights to Accra

Ghana’s capital on the Gulf of Guinea, with the busiest travel from the UK at Christmas and in the summer holidays.

Arrival airport: Kotoka International Airport (ACC)
Distance from London: 3,169 miles
Non-stop flying time: around 6h 45m
With one stop: usually 10 hours–12 hours
Local time: UTC+0
Currency: Ghanaian cedi (GHS)

When to go

November to March is the dry season.

How people get there

Common connecting points for Accra: Istanbul, Dubai, Doha, Addis Ababa, Nairobi and major European hubs such as Amsterdam and Paris. Which airlines are flying, and whether there is a non-stop service on your dates, changes through the year — a consultant checks live schedules and fares for you.

Fly to Accra from

Entry requirements change. Check the latest UK government travel advice for Ghana before you book.

Questions people ask

How long is the flight to Accra from London?: Accra is about 3,169 miles from Heathrow. A non-stop flight, where one operates, takes around 6h 45m; with one connection most journeys take 10 hours to 12 hours.
Which airport do I fly into?: Kotoka International Airport, airport code ACC.
What is the time difference?: Local time in Accra is UTC+0. The UK is on UTC+0 in winter and UTC+1 in summer.
When is the best time to go?: November to March is the dry season.
How do I get today’s fare?: Send us your route or call 020 3137 8781 — we’re open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. A consultant checks live fares across the airlines and calls you back.