Flying from New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK) to Accra Airport (ACC): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Accra Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 10 hours 10 minutes.
Accra is five hours ahead of New York and observes the UTC+0 timezone.
Flights from JFK to ACC start at 16:35 — the earliest with Delta Air Lines. The last departure is at 17:25 with Delta Air Lines. Overall, you can choose from seven weekly New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Accra Airport flights.
Give yourself enough time to make your JFK to ACC flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Delta offers direct flights from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Accra Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Accra — and maybe even more of Ghana if time allows.
Delta is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
Among carriers operating JFK to ACC flights, Delta has the highest rate of on-time arrivals.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Accra Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Popular stopovers between JFK and ACC include:
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Mohammed V Airport
Abidjan Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK) to Accra Airport (ACC)
R 8,834 is the best price for a one-way New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Accra Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 16,427. These prices may change depending on availability.
Get cheap tickets from JFK to ACC by booking at least five months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
October is the cheapest month for flights from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Accra Airport. If you need to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.
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Handy information about New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK)
You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.
Of the flights that depart from New York John F. Kennedy Airport, 73% land on time at their destination.
New York John F. Kennedy Airport is around 24 kilometres from central New York. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of about 50 minutes when using public transport.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near JFK. Whether you have an early flight from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Accra Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Accra Airport (ACC)
If you're landing on a late New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Accra Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near ACC:
Getting from Accra Airport (ACC) to central Accra
From Accra Airport, Accra is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Accra Airport (ACC)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Accra Airport. December is the most popular month to head to Accra. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Accra Airport for March if you want to go to Accra during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from JFK to ACC in August. Average temperatures are between 22ºC (72ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) then.
Explore more of Ghana
Kumasi is just one of the many places in Ghana waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Accra. Around 193 kilometres away to the north-west, its top attractions include Manhyia Palace, Owabi Wildlife Sanctuary and Ayigya Palace.
If you want to check out another corner of Ghana, head for Tamale, about 434 kilometres north of Accra. CENTRE FOR NATIONAL CULTURE, Nyohini Central Mosque and Our Lady of Annunciation Catholic Cathedral are key highlights.