Traveling from Douala Airport (DLA) to Accra Airport (ACC): what you need to know
Accra's timezone is UTC+0, which makes Accra one hour behind Douala.
Your DLA to ACC flight 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 when you're traveling internationally.
During popular months like December, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Douala Airport to Accra Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between DLA and ACC:
Istanbul Airport
Addis Ababa Airport
Cotonou Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Douala Airport (DLA) to Accra Airport (ACC)
Currently, $686 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Douala Airport to Accra Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $1,254. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
It's usually best to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from DLA to ACC. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your flight from Douala Airport to Accra Airport.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from DLA to ACC.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Douala Airport to Accra Airport.
Handy information about Douala Airport (DLA)
When it comes to Douala Airport's on-time performance, 57% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Douala to Douala Airport is around 8 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes.
Have an early flight from Douala Airport to Accra Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near DLA:
Arriving at Accra Airport (ACC)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Douala Airport to Accra Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near ACC instead:
Getting from Accra Airport (ACC) to central Accra
From Accra Airport, Accra is approximately 10 kilometers away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the center by car.
It typically takes 35 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Accra Airport (ACC)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Douala Airport to Accra Airport. December is the most popular month to head to Accra. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Accra is March, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from Douala Airport to Accra Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
August sees average temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Look for cheap tickets from DLA to ACC sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Ghana
Kumasi is just one of the many places in Ghana waiting to be explored after you've experienced Accra. Around 193 kilometers away to the north-west, top sights here include Manhyia Palace, Owabi Wildlife Sanctuary and Ayigya Palace.
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in Ghana, consider Tamale, roughly 434 kilometers north of Accra. CENTRE FOR NATIONAL CULTURE, Nyohini Central Mosque and Our Lady of Annunciation Catholic Cathedral are key reasons to visit.