Flying from Guangzhou Airport (CAN) to Accra Airport (ACC): what you need to know
Accra is eight hours behind Guangzhou and observes the UTC+0 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your CAN to ACC flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Guangzhou Airport to Accra Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between CAN and ACC:
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
Cairo Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Guangzhou Airport (CAN) to Accra Airport (ACC)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Guangzhou Airport to Accra Airport flight is 486 €. A round-trip fare right now is 893 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from CAN to ACC if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
Finding cheap flights from Guangzhou Airport to Accra Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across every month and snap up a great deal.
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Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Guangzhou Airport to Accra Airport.
Handy information about Guangzhou Airport (CAN)
CAN is located at Airport W Ave.
Guangzhou Airport has an excellent on-time record, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from CAN land on schedule 85% of the time.
Central Guangzhou to Guangzhou Airport is approximately 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
The trip when using public transport will take about 35 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to CAN? If you're catching an early flight from Guangzhou Airport to Accra Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Accra Airport (ACC)
Consider booking a hotel close to ACC if you're catching a late Guangzhou Airport to Accra Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Getting from Accra Airport (ACC) to central Accra
Accra Airport to central Accra has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Accra Airport (ACC)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Guangzhou Airport to Accra Airport. December is the busiest month to head to Accra. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Accra is March, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from Guangzhou Airport to Accra Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
August sees average temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Look for cheap tickets from CAN to ACC sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Ghana
Kumasi is just one of the many cities in Ghana waiting to be discovered after you've seen Accra. Around 193 kilometres away to the north-west, its top attractions include Manhyia Palace, Owabi Wildlife Sanctuary and Ayigya Palace.
Around 434 kilometres north of Accra, Tamale is another favourite stop in Ghana. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to CENTRE FOR NATIONAL CULTURE, Nyohini Central Mosque and Our Lady of Annunciation Catholic Cathedral.