Flying from Johannesburg to Kotoka International Airport (ACC): What you need to know
Planning your holiday starts with working out where you'll fly out of in Johannesburg. O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is the city's main base, so explore your options for booking a flight from Johannesburg to Kotoka International Airport (ACC) leaving from here.
Expect to be travelling for 6 hours 5 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct Johannesburg to Kotoka International Airport flight.
Accra is two hours behind Johannesburg. Kotoka International Airport is located in Accra, which is in the UTC+0 timezone.
The most popular route is from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Kotoka International Airport (ACC). You can pick from 4 direct services each week. South African Airways operates a 10:55am departure between JNB and ACC.
To ensure you catch your flight from Johannesburg to ACC, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Peak season means busier airports, so show up even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to keep to your schedule.
Airports in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Johannesburg to Kotoka International Airport (ACC) can be booked from this terminal.
You'll find a direct flight from Johannesburg to Kotoka International Airport with South African Airways. This leading airline offers services from JNB.
The majority of travellers choose to book seats with South African Airways between JNB and ACC.
South African Airways is the most punctual carrier on this route, with 66.67% of its services arriving as planned.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from Johannesburg to ACC departing from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Here's where you could connect through:
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Kigali International Airport (KGL)
JNB is around 29 kilometres from central Johannesburg. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Johannesburg to Kotoka International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to O.R. Tambo International Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of O.R. Tambo International Airport, data shows 77.1% of flights complete their journey on time.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
Depending on road traffic, you can drive to HLA from the centre of Johannesburg in around 50 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away.
Catching an early morning flight? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Lanseria International Airport the day before your Johannesburg to ACC flight:
About Kotoka International Airport (ACC)
Have a late flight from Johannesburg to Kotoka International Airport? Don't let it hijack your sleep schedule. Check in to one of these hotels near ACC and hit the pillow fast:
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Kotoka International Airport (ACC)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Johannesburg to Kotoka International Airport is 250 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 415 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To snap up cheap flights from Johannesburg to ACC, book your plane ticket 11 months ahead of your departure date.
Plan your trip for April. That's the best month for scoring an incredible deal on Johannesburg to Kotoka International Airport tickets. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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The best time to fly from Johannesburg to Kotoka International Airport (ACC)
February is the quietest month for flights from Johannesburg to Kotoka International Airport (ACC), while June is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Accra based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in a Johannesburg to ACC plane ticket departing in March if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Accra to range from 26ºC (79ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Johannesburg to Kotoka International Airport in August when temperatures are between 22ºC (72ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
More about Accra
Once you've booked your flight from Johannesburg to Kotoka International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Accra:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. National Museum of Ghana, VISIT GHANA and Osu Castle are attractions you won't want to skip in Accra.
Explore more of Ghana
Kumasi is just one of the many places in Ghana waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Accra. Around 193 kilometres away to the north-west, its top attractions include Kumasi, Manhyia Palace and DONYINA DURBAR GROUNDS.
If you're eager to discover another side of Ghana, head for Takoradi, about 193 kilometres south-west of Accra. Public Beach Takoradi, All Saints Anglican Church, Takoradi and Presbyterian Church are key reasons to visit.