Travelling from Rome to Kotoka International Airport (ACC): what you need to know
Rome has a couple of airports that could be the jumping-off point for your adventure. Check out your options for booking a flight from Rome to Kotoka International Airport (ACC) leaving from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) or Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA).
5 hours 49 minutes is the average journey time for a direct flight from Rome to Kotoka International Airport.
Kotoka International Airport is located in Accra. The city operates in the UTC+0 timezone and is 1 hour behind Rome.
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Kotoka International Airport (ACC) is the most popular route. There are 5 direct weekly flights to choose from. If you have things to do before leaving, take the last flight with ITA Airways at 15:30. Opt for the first FCO to ACC departure with ITA Airways at 15:15 if you want to get going earlier.
To ensure you catch your flight from Rome to ACC, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Airports in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Take off and land with no stops from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO). Direct flights from Rome to Kotoka International Airport (ACC) operate from here.
ITA Airways is a well-known airline that operates direct flights from Rome to Kotoka International Airport taking off from FCO.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and perhaps even visit a new city. When searching for flights from Rome to ACC departing from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
The distance from central Rome to FCO is roughly 32 kilometres. Check out travel apps like Google Maps for the best way to get there, whether in your own car or with public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel close to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Rome to Kotoka International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) has direct flights from Rome to Kotoka International Airport (ACC).
You can board a direct flight from Rome to ACC with ITA Airways. This is one of the leading airlines flying this route out of CIA.
Visit friends or family or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Rome to Kotoka International Airport, check out these options when heading out from Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport:
Mohamed V International Airport (CMN)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
With public transport, you can travel from central Rome to CIA in around 1 hour and 39 minutes. The airport is roughly 18 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 42 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not extend it with an additional night away? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport the day before your flight from Rome to ACC:
About Kotoka International Airport (ACC)
If you have a late flight from Rome to Kotoka International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near ACC:
Getting from Kotoka International Airport (ACC) to central Accra
Kotoka International Airport is approximately 6 kilometres from the centre of Accra. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 12 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Kotoka International Airport (ACC)
Pick up a one-way ticket from Rome to Kotoka International Airport from R 5,331 or travel return from just R 8,986. Fares listed are subject to change and may differ when you make your booking.
To secure cheap tickets from Rome to ACC, book your journey 11 months ahead of your planned departure.
Plan your trip for August. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Rome to Kotoka International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
Create a Price Alert and track any changes on this route through push notifications or email. You'll be the first to know when prices fall. Good timing makes all the difference when searching for cheap tickets from Rome to ACC.
Use the filters to tailor your flights from Rome to Kotoka International Airport. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
The best time to fly from Rome to Kotoka International Airport (ACC)
June is the most popular month to hop on a flight from Rome to Kotoka International Airport while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Accra, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
Think about the kind of weather that'll work with your plans for Accra. The warmest month is March. Lock in your flights from Rome to ACC sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 26ºC and 32ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Rome to Kotoka International Airport in August if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC and 27ºC on average.
More about Accra
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Accra right here. Browse these hotels after locking in your flight from Rome to Kotoka International Airport:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Makola Market, Osu Castle and Independence Arch are must-visits when exploring Accra.
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