Flying from Sao Paulo to Kotoka International Airport (ACC): what you need to know
Start your vacation planning by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Sao Paulo to Kotoka International Airport (ACC). Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) and Viracopos Airport (VCP) are the two main airports in Sao Paulo.
Kotoka International Airport is located in Accra. The city operates in the UTC+0 timezone and is 3 hours ahead of Sao Paulo.
Your flight from Sao Paulo to ACC won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Popular months like July or other peak seasons mean longer waiting times and potential delays. Stay on schedule by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
We make it a cinch to find a flight from Sao Paulo to ACC that includes a stopover. To see your options leaving from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between GRU and ACC include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
GRU is approximately 26 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful traveller tool will show you the fastest route and available public transport options.
After a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Sao Paulo to Kotoka International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
Maximize your vacation with a stopover on your flight from Sao Paulo to Kotoka International Airport. Visit family or friends or tick a new city off your bucket list. Whatever you want to do, check out these stops between Viracopos Airport and ACC:
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
On public transport, you can travel from central Sao Paulo to VCP in around 3 hours and 25 minutes. The terminal is roughly 97 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 1 hour and 16 minutes.
You're off on vacation, so why not extend it with an extra night away from home? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Viracopos Airport the day before your flight from Sao Paulo to ACC:
About Kotoka International Airport (ACC)
Consider staying in a hotel close to ACC if you're catching a late flight from Sao Paulo to Kotoka International Airport. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
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 Sao Paulo to Kotoka International Airport (ACC)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Sao Paulo to Kotoka International Airport is C$1,161. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$1,909. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
We recommend booking as early as possible to secure flight tickets from Sao Paulo to ACC. You're more likely to land a great deal and enjoy a wider choice of flight times and dates.
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The best time to fly from Sao Paulo to Kotoka International Airport (ACC)
June is the most popular month to catch a flight from Sao Paulo to Kotoka International Airport while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Accra, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
Before booking a flight from Sao Paulo to ACC, think about the type of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Accra, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC to 32ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from Sao Paulo to Kotoka International Airport in August when temperatures average between 22ºC and 27ºC.
More about Accra
Start your Accra trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Sao Paulo to Kotoka International Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Makola Market, Osu Castle and Independence Arch are popular attractions which should be on any well-planned Accra itinerary.
Complete your Accra trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in Accra and see the sights on your own terms. Easily compare rates from trusted rental companies in one go after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Sao Paulo to Kotoka International Airport.