Travelling from Kotoka International Airport (ACC) to Milan: what you need to know
Milan is 1 hour ahead of Accra, where Kotoka International Airport is located. Milan operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from ACC to Milan, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as June and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling — and perhaps even visit a new city. When searching for flights from ACC to Milan, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some options to consider:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Mohamed V International Airport (CMN)
To visit Italy for tourism purposes, you will require an embassy visa if you hold a passport from Ghana. However, visa rules are subject to change and other documentation may be needed depending on the duration and purpose of your stay. Always check the most recent guidelines before reserving your cheap ticket from Kotoka International Airport to Milan.
To get to ACC from central Accra, it takes around 12 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching an early flight from Kotoka International Airport to Milan? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near ACC:
How to find the cheapest flights from Kotoka International Airport (ACC) to Milan
R 7,749 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Kotoka International Airport to Milan. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 9,828. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap tickets from ACC to Milan, book ahead. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
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Airports in Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Milan. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 45 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 53 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Kotoka International Airport to Milan, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near MXP:
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Central Milan is about 64 kilometres from Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY). Once your flight from Kotoka International Airport to Milan has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 58 minutes.
You can also travel by public transport, which typically takes 2 hours and 18 minutes.
After your flight from ACC to Milan, tuck yourself in at a hotel near BGY. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Milan
July is the most popular month for flights from Kotoka International Airport to Milan. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Milan in February when things are quieter.
Book your flight from Kotoka International Airport to Milan for July to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 16ºC to 35ºC.
Search for cheap flights from ACC to Milan in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -1ºC and 9ºC on average.
More about Milan
Once you've booked your flight from Kotoka International Airport to Milan, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Milan:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II are attractions you won't want to skip in Milan.
Complete your Milan trip with a car rental
Select one of our car rentals in Milan and see the sights in your own time. Easily compare options in one go to find the perfect set of wheels once you've booked your hotel and cheap flights from Kotoka International Airport to Milan.