Flying from New York to Accra Kotoka International Airport (ACC): What you need to know
Planning your getaway starts with figuring out where you'll leave from in New York. New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is the city's main base, so explore your options for booking a flight from New York to Accra Kotoka International Airport (ACC) leaving from here.
Take a direct New York to Accra Kotoka International Airport flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 10 hours.
Accra Kotoka International Airport is located in Accra. The city follows the UTC+0 timezone and is five hours ahead of New York.
The busiest route is from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Accra Kotoka International Airport (ACC). You can pick from 7 direct services every week. Delta Air Lines operates a 4:35pm departure between JFK and ACC.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to board your flight from New York to ACC.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Popular seasons (like Christmas/New Year and spring break) can easily add another hour at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in New York
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from New York to Accra Kotoka International Airport (ACC) depart from this terminal.
You can lock in a direct flight from New York to Accra Kotoka International Airport with Delta Air Lines. This top airline operates departures from JFK.
Delta ranks first in bookings for flights from JFK to ACC.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrivals rate on this route is Delta.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a travel break and perhaps even visit a new city. When browsing cheap flights from New York to ACC departing from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Casablanca Mohammed V International Airport (CMN)
Felix Houphouet-Boigny d'Abidjan Intl Airport (ABJ)
Located around 24 kilometres from the centre of New York, JFK can be reached in about 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 50 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near New York John F. Kennedy International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from New York to Accra Kotoka International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
Of the flights that depart from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport, 73% land on time at their destination.
The address for JFK is JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Check a new destination off your list or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from New York to Accra Kotoka International Airport, browse these options when departing from Newark Liberty International Airport:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Brussels Airport (BRU)
You can reach EWR from the centre of New York in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour to travel the 24 kilometres or so.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your New York to ACC flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Newark Liberty International Airport:
Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time performance of 71%. This figure shows how often flights that take off from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.
You'll find EWR at Building 1, Conrad Road.
New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
You can book a plane ticket from New York to Accra Kotoka International Airport (ACC) leaving from New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) with a stopover. Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) is a popular transfer point.
LGA is roughly 13 kilometres from central New York. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 30 minutes. If you're thinking about taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
Rest a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your New York to Accra Kotoka International Airport flight without having to rush. These hotels near New York LaGuardia Airport make departure day effortless if you're setting off early:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights touch down as expected. At LGA, that figure is 69%.
New York LaGuardia Airport is located at Hangar 7 Centre.
About Accra Kotoka International Airport (ACC)
Have a late flight from New York to Accra Kotoka International Airport? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Stay at one of these hotels near ACC and hit the pillow fast:
Getting from Accra Kotoka International Airport (ACC) to central Accra
Accra Kotoka International Airport is around 10 kilometres from central Accra. It takes around 20 minutes or so to drive to the city.
Travelling on public transport takes about 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Accra Kotoka International Airport (ACC)
R 8,323 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from New York to Accra Kotoka International Airport. A return flight starts from R 13,933. These fares can change depending on availability.
To snap up cheap flights from New York to ACC, book your ticket five months ahead of your departure date.
Organise your trip for October. That's the best month for landing an incredible deal on New York to Accra Kotoka International Airport tickets. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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Tailor your travel plans using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from New York to Accra Kotoka International Airport.
The best time to fly from New York to Accra Kotoka International Airport (ACC)
December is the quietest month for flights from New York to Accra Kotoka International Airport (ACC), while August is the busiest. Work out the best time to visit Accra based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Book a New York to ACC plane ticket departing in March if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Accra to range from 26ºC (79ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from New York to Accra Kotoka International Airport in August if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
More about Accra
After booking your flight from New York to Accra Kotoka International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Accra:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. National Museum of Ghana, Osu Castle and Labadi Pleasure Beach are attractions you won't want to skip in Accra.
Explore more of Ghana
Accra has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Ghana you should also see. Around 193 kilometres northwest of Accra, a visit to Kumasi will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Manhyia Palace, Owabi Wildlife Sanctuary and Ayigya Palace.
Your journey through Ghana wouldn't feel complete without exploring Takoradi. Public Beach Takoradi is among the highlights in this destination, which is around 193 kilometres southwest of Accra.
