Travelling from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Kotoka International Airport (ACC): what you need to know
Accra is one hour behind Barcelona and follows the UTC+0 timezone.
To ensure you catch your BCN to ACC flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Kotoka International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between BCN and ACC:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Kotoka International Airport (ACC)
R 4,969 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Kotoka International Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 8,791. These prices may change based on demand.
To score cheap tickets from BCN to ACC, book in advance. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Kotoka International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices across the month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Of all flights departing from Barcelona-El Prat Airport, 79.12% touch down on time at their destination.
To reach Barcelona-El Prat Airport from central Barcelona, it takes around 25 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport takes about 35 minutes.
Have an early flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Kotoka International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to BCN:
Arriving at Kotoka International Airport (ACC)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Kotoka International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ACC instead:
Go beyond Accra and discover places that usually fly under the radar with your own set of wheels. You can grab a Kotoka International Airport rental car from Avis.
Book your ride from Kotoka International Airport a few weeks before your departure date to get the best deal. If you're going away during a peak period, it's a good idea to book even earlier.
Getting from Kotoka International Airport (ACC) to central Accra
Kotoka International Airport is approximately 6 kilometres from central Accra. The drive time takes around 10 minutes.
When to fly to Kotoka International Airport (ACC)
The quietest month for a flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Kotoka International Airport is February, while June is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Accra based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Kotoka International Airport for March if you want to explore Accra during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BCN to ACC in August. Average temperatures are between 22ºC (72ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) then.
Explore more of Ghana
Accra has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Ghana you should also see. Around 193 kilometres north-west of Accra, a visit to Kumasi will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Manhyia Palace Museum, Manhyia Palace and Kumasi Fort - Ghana Armed Forces Museum.
Around 434 kilometres north of Accra, Tamale is another essential stop in Ghana. Experience major highlights starting with Kaladan Park, North Breeze Farms Tamale and VRA /NEDCo Club house.