Travelling from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to Kotoka International Airport (ACC): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Kigali International Airport to Kotoka International Airport is 5 hours.
The timezone in Accra is UTC+0, which is two hours behind Kigali.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your KGL to ACC flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
RwandAir is your ticket to exploring Accra (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Ghana!). Check out the direct flights from Kigali International Airport to Kotoka International Airport offered by this carrier.
RwandAir is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Kigali International Airport to Kotoka International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between KGL and ACC:
Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to Kotoka International Airport (ACC)
At the moment, $339 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Kigali International Airport to Kotoka International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $765. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To secure cheap tickets from KGL to ACC, book your trip ten months ahead of your departure date.
Organise your trip for September. That's the cheapest month for flights from Kigali International Airport to Kotoka International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across every month.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Kigali International Airport to Kotoka International Airport.
Handy information about Kigali International Airport (KGL)
Of all flights leaving Kigali International Airport, 71.6% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Kigali to Kigali International Airport is approximately 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The journey on public transport will take about 1 hour 55 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Kigali International Airport to Kotoka International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to KGL:
Arriving at Kotoka International Airport (ACC)
If you have a late Kigali International Airport to Kotoka International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these options near ACC:
Grab a Kotoka International Airport rental car and discover parts of Accra that most visitors tend to miss. Find your ideal set of wheels with Avis.
To lock in the best rate, book your vehicle from Kotoka International Airport a few weeks in advance. Prices usually increase closer to your day of departure.
Getting from Kotoka International Airport (ACC) to central Accra
From Kotoka International Airport, Accra is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Kotoka International Airport (ACC)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Kigali International Airport to Kotoka International Airport. June is the most popular month to visit Accra. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in February.
When reserving your flight from Kigali International Airport to Kotoka International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Accra, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from KGL to ACC in August if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) on average.
Explore more of Ghana
Accra has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Ghana waiting to be discovered. Around 193 kilometres north-west of Accra, a trip to Kumasi will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Manhyia Palace Museum, Manhyia Palace and Kumasi Fort - Ghana Armed Forces Museum.
Tamale is another essential stop in Ghana and is around 434 kilometres north of Accra. No journey is complete without experiencing Kaladan Park, North Breeze Farms Tamale and VRA /NEDCo Club house.