Flying from Accra Airport (ACC) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Accra Airport to London Gatwick Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 6 hours 45 minutes.
London's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as Accra.
You can choose from three weekly Accra Airport to London Gatwick Airport flights. The 21:00 departure with British Airways is the earliest available. British Airways operates the latest service of the day at 21:45.
Leave plenty of time to catch your ACC to LGW flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as December, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
British Airways is your gateway to exploring London (and perhaps some other great parts of the United Kingdom!). Browse the direct flights from Accra Airport to London Gatwick Airport offered by this airline.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is British Airways.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrival rate for ACC to LGW flights is British Airways.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Accra Airport to London Gatwick Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between ACC and LGW:
Istanbul Airport
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How to find the cheapest flights from Accra Airport (ACC) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Accra Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight is R 6,423. A return fare right now is R 12,396. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Book one month before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from ACC to LGW.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Accra Airport to London Gatwick Airport. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment the price changes on cheap flights from ACC to LGW.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Accra Airport to London Gatwick Airport.
Handy information about Accra Airport (ACC)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Accra Airport, data shows 64% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Accra Airport is about 10 kilometres from central Accra. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near ACC. Whether you're taking an early flight from Accra Airport to London Gatwick Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Accra Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near LGW instead:
Pick up a London Gatwick Airport rental car and explore London and beyond with your own set of wheels. Green Motion, U-Save and Drivalia are popular providers to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from London Gatwick Airport about three weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to central London
From London Gatwick Airport, London is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 1 hour 5 minutes to drive to the centre.
It'll take around 45 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
The quietest month for a flight from Accra Airport to London Gatwick Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit London based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When booking your flight from Accra Airport to London Gatwick Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in London, with the temperature ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for cheap tickets from ACC to LGW sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Manchester is just one of the many cities in the United Kingdom waiting to be explored after you've seen London. Around 257 kilometres away to the north-west, its best attractions include Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
Birmingham is another standout destination in the United Kingdom and is around 161 kilometres north-west of London. No journey is complete without seeing Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.
