Flying from Johannesburg to Kotoka International Airport (ACC): what you need to know
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is Johannesburg's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from Johannesburg to Kotoka International Airport (ACC) departing from here.
Book a direct flight from Johannesburg to Kotoka International Airport and you'll be in the air for around 6 hours 5 minutes.
Accra is 2 hours behind Johannesburg. Kotoka International Airport is located in Accra, which operates on the UTC+0 timezone.
With 3 direct weekly flights between the two airports, O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Kotoka International Airport (ACC) is the most popular route. South African Airways operates the earliest flight at 10:55. If you prefer to make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight from JNB to ACC is with South African Airways at 10:55.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Johannesburg to ACC. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Airports in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
You can take a direct flight from Johannesburg to Kotoka International Airport (ACC) departing from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB).
You can get away on a direct flight from Johannesburg to Kotoka International Airport with South African Airways. This popular carrier operates departures from JNB.
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from Johannesburg to ACC. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB). Break up the journey at one of these popular options:
Kigali International Airport (KGL)
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
JNB is around 29 kilometres from the centre of Johannesburg. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful travel app will give you the fastest route and available public transport options.
Catching an early flight from Johannesburg to Kotoka International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to O.R. Tambo International Airport:
About Kotoka International Airport (ACC)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Johannesburg to Kotoka International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near ACC instead:
Getting from Kotoka International Airport (ACC) to central Accra
Kotoka International Airport is approximately 6 kilometres from central 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 Johannesburg to Kotoka International Airport (ACC)
For a one-way ticket from Johannesburg to Kotoka International Airport, C$467 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return flight starting from C$870. These are currently the lowest fares and may differ based on availability.
You're more likely to find flight tickets from Johannesburg to ACC when you book 7 months ahead of takeoff. We crunched the flight price data and found that's when fares on this route tend to be at their lowest.
The cheapest month for tickets from Johannesburg to Kotoka International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' search feature to find the most affordable day to fly if you're flexible with your departure dates.
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The best time to fly from Johannesburg to Kotoka International Airport (ACC)
June is the busiest month for flights from Johannesburg to Kotoka International Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Accra in February when things are quieter.
Before locking in your flight from Johannesburg to ACC, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Accra, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC to 32ºC.
Travel in August for cooler conditions. Average temperatures range between 22ºC and 27ºC. However, this city promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Johannesburg to Kotoka International Airport.
More about Accra
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Accra right here. Explore these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Johannesburg to Kotoka International Airport:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Makola Market, Osu Castle and Independence Arch are must-do's during your Accra adventure.
Complete your Accra trip with a car rental
After you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Johannesburg to Kotoka International Airport, the next step is choosing one of our car rentals in Accra. Explore the deals and easily compare options on price, fuel policies, and more.