Flights to Accra(ACC)

West Africa's golden gateway — Afrobeats, slave castles, and the Year of Return legacy

Flights to Accra start from $350 roundtrip, with May being the cheapest month to fly. Kotoka International Airport (ACC) serves 25+ direct international routes from cities including London (6h 30m) and New York (11h). Book on Travorio and pay with Bitcoin, Ethereum, or 100+ cryptocurrencies, or split into 4 interest-free payments with Sezzle.

Avg. Roundtrip

$350–$850

Cheapest Month

May

~$350 avg

Direct Flight

6h 30m

25+ routes

Airport

ACC

10 km from center

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Cheapest Time to Fly to Accra

Monthly price guide — cheapest in May (~$350 avg roundtrip)

Best time to book: 6-10 weeks before departure

Month	Avg. Price	Demand	Notes
January	$550	high	Dry season. New Year celebrations continue.
February	$500	medium	Dry, warm (32°C). Good weather.
March	$450	medium	Pre-rainy season. Still dry.
April	$400	medium	Rains begin. Easter travel.
MayCHEAPEST

Airlines Flying to Accra

4 direct routes and 2 connecting options

4 airlines offer direct flights to Accra, with British Airways providing the most frequent service from London Heathrow.

Airline	From	Direct?	Duration	Price Range	Frequency
British Airways	London Heathrow	Direct	6h 30m	$450-$900	Daily
Virgin Atlantic	London Heathrow	Direct	6h 35m	$420-$850	4x weekly
KLM	Amsterdam

Flights to Accra by City

Compare prices and flight times from major departure cities

London

LHR · UK

From $500·6h 30m

New York

JFK · US

From $650·

Accra Airport Guide

Kotoka International Airport (ACC) — 10 km from city center

Kotoka International Airport

ACC · 10 km from center · Primary

Uber/Bolt (~GHS 30/$2.50), taxi (GHS 80-120/$7-10), hotel shuttle

Getting from ACC to Accra

Uber / Bolt

GHS 20-50 ($1.70-4)15-30 minutes

Best option. Available 24/7. Accra traffic can be heavy at rush hour.

Accra Travel Essentials

West Africa's golden gateway — Afrobeats, slave castles, and the Year of Return legacy

Accra is the vibrant capital of Ghana and one of West Africa's most welcoming cities. The 2019 "Year of Return" put Accra on the global map, drawing the African diaspora to reconnect with heritage at slave castles like Cape Coast and Elmina. Today, Accra buzzes with a creative renaissance — Afrobeats clubs, contemporary art galleries, and farm-to-table restaurants. The city combines modern African energy with deep history and some of the friendliest people on the continent.

Top Things to Know About Accra

Cape Coast Castle — UNESCO World Heritage slave fortress 3 hours from Accra, the "Door of No Return" memorial

Jamestown Lighthouse — climb the colonial-era lighthouse for panoramic views over Accra's oldest fishing village

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Flights to Accra — FAQ

What is the cheapest month to fly to Accra?

May is typically the cheapest ($350 avg roundtrip from London). June ($380 avg) is also affordable. December is the most expensive ($750+ avg) due to "December in GH" diaspora demand. Book December flights by September.

How long is the flight to Accra from London?

Direct flights from London Heathrow to Kotoka (ACC) take approximately 6 hours 30 minutes. British Airways (daily), Virgin Atlantic (4x weekly), and KLM (via Amsterdam) are the main carriers. Budget options connect through Istanbul on Turkish Airlines.

What is "December in GH"?

"December in GH" (Ghana) is the annual celebration season when the Ghanaian diaspora returns home for parties, concerts, and cultural events. Since the 2019 Year of Return, it has grown into one of Africa's biggest events. Afronation festival, Afrochella, and countless beach parties draw global visitors.

Do I need a visa for Ghana?

UK and US citizens can get a visa on arrival ($150) at Kotoka Airport. Alternatively, apply online through the Ghana e-visa portal ($60-100). ECOWAS citizens enter visa-free. African Americans may qualify for the "Right of Abode" programme.

Can I pay for Accra flights with cryptocurrency?

Yes. Travorio accepts Bitcoin, Ethereum, USDT, USDC, and 100+ other cryptocurrencies. Ghana has a growing crypto community, making this payment method particularly relevant for tech-savvy travelers.

Is Accra worth visiting for heritage tourism?

Absolutely. Since the 2019 Year of Return, Accra has become the epicentre of African diaspora heritage tourism. Cape Coast Castle and Elmina Castle (both UNESCO, 3 hours from Accra) are powerful historical experiences. W.E.B. Du Bois Memorial Centre and Kwame Nkrumah Memorial are in Accra itself.

January

$550

high demand

February

$500

medium demand

March

$450

medium demand

April

$400

medium demand

May

$350

low demand

June

$380

low demand

July

$430

medium demand

August

$480

medium demand

September

$420

medium demand

October

$450

medium demand

November

$520

high demand

December

$750

peak demand

British Airways

Direct

From London Heathrow|6h 30m|$450-$900

Virgin Atlantic

Direct

From London Heathrow|6h 35m|$420-$850

KLM

Direct

From Amsterdam|6h 45m|$400-$800

Amsterdam

AMS · Netherlands

From $450·6h 45m

Lagos

LOS · Nigeria

From $180·1h

Dubai

DXB · UAE

From $530·8h

Istanbul

IST · Turkey

From $400·7h

Johannesburg

JNB · South Africa

From $400·6h

Washington DC

IAD · US

From $550·11h

Taxi (Drop)

GHS 50-100 ($4-8)15-30 minutes

Negotiate price before boarding. "Dropping" taxis go wherever you want.

Trotro (Minibus)

GHS 3-10 ($0.25-0.85)Varies

Shared minibuses on fixed routes. Very cheap, very crowded. A cultural experience.

Airport Shuttle

GHS 100-200 ($8-17)15-25 minutes

Pre-booked shuttle to hotel. Smooth option avoiding negotiation.

STC Bus (Intercity)

GHS 80-200 ($7-17)Varies

Comfortable intercity buses. Accra to Cape Coast (3h), Kumasi (5h), Tamale (12h).

Local tip: Uber and Bolt are game-changers in Accra — cheap, safe, and avoid taxi price negotiation. For Cape Coast (slave castles) and Kakum (canopy walk), book a day trip with a local driver ($60-80 round trip).

Chale Wote Street Art Festival — annual Jamestown festival (August) with murals, performance art, and live music

Kakum National Park — walk the 350m canopy walkway 40m above the rainforest floor, 3.5 hours from Accra

Makola Market — Accra's massive open-air market selling everything from kente cloth to electronics

Climate

Tropical — hot year-round (25-33°C). Main rains April-June, minor rains September-October. Dry November-March.

Best Time to Visit

November-March for dry weather; December for "December in GH" celebrations; August for Chale Wote Festival

Currency

Ghanaian Cedi (GHS). ~GHS 12 = $1 USD. Cards accepted at hotels/malls; cash for taxis, markets, and chop bars.

Language

English (official and widely spoken), Twi, Ga, Ewe

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Crypto in Accra: Ghana has a growing crypto community with Bitcoin peer-to-peer trading among young professionals. The Bank of Ghana is exploring a digital Cedi (e-Cedi). Paying in crypto via Travorio avoids Cedi fluctuations.

Can I combine Accra with other West African countries?

Yes. Lagos (Nigeria) is just 1 hour by air ($180). Abidjan (Côte d'Ivoire) is 1 hour. Lomé (Togo) is just 2.5 hours by road from Accra. ECOWAS free movement makes West African multi-country trips easier than most of Africa.

From Istanbul (via)|11h|$350-$700

Emirates

1 stop

From Dubai (via)|14h|$500-$1,000

United Airlines

Direct

From Washington DC|11h|$500-$950

GMT (UTC+0) — same as London in winter, 1 hour behind in summer

Visa

Most nationalities need a Ghana visa ($60-150). Apply at ghana.gov.gh or e-visa portal. African Union passport holders and ECOWAS citizens may qualify for visa-free entry. US/UK visitors can get visa on arrival ($150).

Flights to Accra(ACC)

Cheapest Time to Fly to Accra

Airlines Flying to Accra

Flights to Accra by City

Accra Airport Guide

Kotoka International Airport

Getting from ACC to Accra

Uber / Bolt

Accra Travel Essentials

Top Things to Know About Accra

Flexible Payment for Accra Flights

Pay with Crypto

Flights to Accra — FAQ

What is the cheapest month to fly to Accra?

How long is the flight to Accra from London?

What is "December in GH"?

Do I need a visa for Ghana?

Can I pay for Accra flights with cryptocurrency?

Is Accra worth visiting for heritage tourism?

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Flights to Accra(ACC)

Quick Facts — Flights to Accra

Cheapest Time to Fly to Accra

Airlines Flying to Accra

Flights to Accra by City

Accra Airport Guide

Kotoka International Airport

Getting from ACC to Accra

Uber / Bolt

Accra Travel Essentials

Top Things to Know About Accra

Flexible Payment for Accra Flights

Pay with Crypto

Flights to Accra — FAQ

What is the cheapest month to fly to Accra?

How long is the flight to Accra from London?

What is "December in GH"?

Do I need a visa for Ghana?

Can I pay for Accra flights with cryptocurrency?

Is Accra worth visiting for heritage tourism?

More Africa Destinations

British Airways

Virgin Atlantic

KLM

Taxi (Drop)

Trotro (Minibus)

Airport Shuttle

STC Bus (Intercity)

PayPal & Card

Can I combine Accra with other West African countries?

Turkish Airlines

Emirates

United Airlines

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