Kotoka International Airport
Kotoka International Airport is the main air gateway for Accra and one of Ghana’s most important transport hubs, serving both domestic and international travelers. Identified by IATA code ACC and ICAO code DGAA, it is classified as a large airport and handles the steady flow of visitors arriving for business, government, family travel, and tourism. Its location in the capital makes it the most practical arrival point for reaching central Accra, nearby coastal districts, and many onward connections across the country.
About Kotoka International Airport
Kotoka International Airport is the main air gateway for Accra and one of Ghana’s most important transport hubs, serving both domestic and international travelers. Identified by IATA code ACC and ICAO code DGAA, it is classified as a large airport and handles the steady flow of visitors arriving for business, government, family travel, and tourism. Its location in the capital makes it the most practical arrival point for reaching central Accra, nearby coastal districts, and many onward connections across the country.
Overview
Kotoka International Airport is the main air gateway for Accra and one of Ghana’s most important transport hubs, serving both domestic and international travelers. Identified by IATA code ACC and ICAO code DGAA, it is classified as a large airport and handles the steady flow of visitors arriving for business, government, family travel, and tourism. Its location in the capital makes it the most practical arrival point for reaching central Accra, nearby coastal districts, and many onward connections across the country.
What Travelers Should Know
- The airport sits at an elevation of 205 feet (62 m), so operations are at low altitude with no special acclimatization concerns for most visitors.
- Kotoka International Airport operates in the Africa/Accra time zone, useful to know when planning connections, hotel check-in, and airport transfers.
- Its single runway, 03/21, is 11,165 feet long, asphalt surfaced, and lighted, supporting large commercial aircraft and night operations.
- Because it serves the capital, road traffic around the airport and within Accra can vary, so extra transfer time is wise, especially at busy hours.
Why It Matters for Your Trip
For most visitors, Kotoka International Airport is more than just a landing point: it is the natural starting place for navigating Ghana. A long, lighted runway helps support reliable arrivals and departures, while the airport’s role in serving Accra means travelers are well positioned for meetings, city stays, or onward regional travel. Knowing the airport codes, local time zone, and basic operating profile can make booking, meeting pickups, and reading flight information screens much easier from the moment you arrive.
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FAQ
Kotoka International Airport — frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the details travellers usually check first, from codes and locations to the practical basics that help with planning.
9 common questions
- Kotoka International Airport is located in Accra, Ghana (Africa), at coordinates 5.610°, -0.170°.
- Its IATA code is ACC and its ICAO code is DGAA.
- Kotoka International Airport serves Accra, Ghana. When comparing fares, check whether other airports also serve the same area — prices and transfer times can differ between them.
- Kotoka International Airport operates on Africa/Accra local time. Departure and arrival times on tickets are always shown in each airport's local time, so double-check the offset when planning connections or pick-ups.
- Kotoka International Airport sits at latitude 5.610° and longitude -0.170°. The map link in the details panel on this page opens the exact location for driving directions.
- Originfacts does not yet track scheduled routes from ACC. Use the flight search on this page to see live airline options for your travel dates.
- Route coverage for ACC is still being added to Originfacts. Run a search from ACC on the flight search page to see every destination airlines currently sell for your dates.
- Its address is Airport Road, Accra, Greater Accra Region, Ghana, the phone number is +233 30 277 6171, the official website is http://www.gacl.com.gh/. For flight-specific questions (delays, baggage, rebooking), contact the operating airline directly rather than the airport.
- Yes — Originfacts lists 3 other airports in Ghana. The nearby-airports section on this page links to each of them, which is useful when comparing fares or finding an alternative departure point.