Flying from London to Accra Kotoka International Airport (ACC): What you need to know
London is home to two main airports where you can kick off your travels. Explore your options for booking a flight from London to Accra Kotoka International Airport (ACC) leaving from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) or London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
Expect to be travelling for 6 hours 40 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct London to Accra Kotoka International Airport flight.
Accra Kotoka International Airport is located in Accra. The city's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as London.
The busiest route is from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Accra Kotoka International Airport (ACC). You can choose from 7 direct services every week. British Airways operates a 12:40pm departure between LHR and ACC.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from London to ACC. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
Popular months like July or other peak periods mean longer waiting times and potential delays. Stick to your schedule by arriving at the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
You can book a direct flight from London to Accra Kotoka International Airport (ACC) leaving from London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
When leaving from LHR, you can take a direct flight from London to Accra Kotoka International Airport with British Airways.
The most frequently booked airline between LHR and ACC is British Airways.
British Airways is the most consistent performer for punctuality on this route.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even explore another city. When browsing cheap flights from London to ACC departing from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Located around 24 kms (15 miles) from the centre of London, LHR can be reached in about 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 25 minutes.
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Of all flights departing from London Heathrow Airport, 78% arrive on time at their destination.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Catching a flight out of London Gatwick Airport (LGW)? Direct London to Accra Kotoka International Airport (ACC) plane tickets can be booked from this popular hub.
British Airways offers direct flights from London to ACC out of LGW. Book your favourite aisle (or window) seat and arrive at your destination without any detours.
British Airways takes the lead in bookings on the LGW to ACC route.
Among the carriers operating flights between London Gatwick Airport and Accra Kotoka International Airport, British Airways has the best record for on-time arrivals.
Tick a new place off your list or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from London to Accra Kotoka International Airport, check out these options when setting off from London Gatwick Airport:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
On public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in around 1 hour 20 minutes. The terminal is roughly 48 kms (30 miles) away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
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The majority of flights that depart London Gatwick Airport touch down at their destination right on cue. It boasts an on-time performance rate of 82%.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
Lock in a plane ticket from London to Accra Kotoka International Airport (ACC) out of London Stansted Airport (STN) with a stop or two. Popular stopovers between STN and ACC are:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
From the centre of London, STN is around 56 kms (35 miles) away. It takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to get there by car and 45 minutes or so if you use public transport.
Skip the rush on your departure day — stay close to London Stansted Airport and know you'll make it to your boarding gate with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early London to Accra Kotoka International Airport flight:
STN has an on-time performance rating of 80%. This means most of its flights arrive at their destination on schedule and your trip is smooth and easy.
About Accra Kotoka International Airport (ACC)
If you have a late flight from London to Accra Kotoka International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near ACC:
Getting from Accra Kotoka International Airport (ACC) to central Accra
Accra Kotoka International Airport is around 10 kms (6 miles) from the centre of Accra. It takes around 20 minutes or so to drive to the city.
It'll take around 35 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Accra Kotoka International Airport (ACC)
£288 is the best price for a one-way ticket from London to Accra Kotoka International Airport. A return flight starts from £517. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
Book three months before you want to travel. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from London to ACC.
The best month for scoring cheap London to Accra Kotoka International Airport tickets is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates offering the lowest fares.
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Filters make it easier to find a bargain for your flight from London to Accra Kotoka International Airport. Pick the departure times, carriers and stops that line up with your plans. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the most affordable option fast.
The best time to fly from London to Accra Kotoka International Airport (ACC)
December is the quietest month for flights from London to Accra Kotoka International Airport (ACC), while August is the most popular. Figure out the best time to go to Accra based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book a London to ACC plane ticket departing in March if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Accra to range from 26ºC to 32ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from London to Accra Kotoka International Airport in August if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC and 27ºC.
More about Accra
Once you've booked your flight from London to Accra Kotoka International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Accra:
Your Accra visit should come with a bit of sightseeing. Big-name attractions you can't miss include National Museum of Ghana, Osu Castle and Labadi Pleasure Beach.
Explore more of Ghana
You've seen Accra, now it's time to discover more of Ghana. Travel around 193 kms (120 miles) northwest to Kumasi to tick off its top sights. From Manhyia Palace to Owabi Wildlife Sanctuary and Ayigya Palace, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Another major destination in Ghana, Takoradi is located about 193 kms (120 miles) southwest of Accra. Make time to visit highlights including Public Beach Takoradi.