Flying from Kotoka International Airport (ACC) to Manchester Airport (MAN): what you need to know
Accra and Manchester follow the same timezone, UTC+0.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport on time to catch your ACC to MAN flight.
During popular months like June, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Kotoka International Airport to Manchester Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between ACC and MAN:
London Heathrow Airport
Mohamed V International Airport
Brussels Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kotoka International Airport (ACC) to Manchester Airport (MAN)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Kotoka International Airport to Manchester Airport flight is R 7,049. A round-trip ticket right now is R 9,653. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap tickets from ACC to MAN, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when looking for your flight from Kotoka International Airport to Manchester Airport.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from ACC to MAN by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Kotoka International Airport to Manchester Airport.
Handy information about Kotoka International Airport (ACC)
Of the flights that depart from Kotoka International Airport, 70.37% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Kotoka International Airport is about 6 kilometres from central Accra. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Searching for a handy hotel near ACC? If you've booked an early flight from Kotoka International Airport to Manchester Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Manchester Airport (MAN)
If you have a late Kotoka International Airport to Manchester Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these hotels near MAN:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Manchester Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Surprice and see more of Manchester and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Manchester Airport about four weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Manchester Airport (MAN) to central Manchester
Manchester Airport is roughly 18 kilometres from central Manchester. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Manchester Airport (MAN)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Kotoka International Airport to Manchester Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Manchester. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
Book your flight from Kotoka International Airport to Manchester Airport for July if you'd like to go to Manchester during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ACC to MAN in January. Average temperatures are between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) then.
Explore more of United Kingdom
London is just one of the many places in United Kingdom waiting to be explored after you've experienced Manchester. Around 257 kilometres away to the south-east, its top attractions include Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace.
Birmingham is another must-experience destination in United Kingdom and is around 113 kilometres south of Manchester. No journey is complete without visiting Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.