Accra travel guide

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You're Going to Love Accra

With 1,96 million inhabitants, Accra is the most populous city in Ghana. It is the most popular tourist destination in the country. We recommend you stay at least 5 days in order to fully appreciate everything Accra has to offer.

When to visit Accra

Accra in September
Estimated hotel price
$226
1 night at 3-star hotel
Accra in September
Estimated hotel price
$226
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Accra in February, when the average temperature is 82.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 87.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is July, when it can get as cold as 73.4 °F, with an average temperature of 77 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 7.5″. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Accra, with an average rainfall of 0.4″.

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How to Get to Accra

Plane

When flying to Accra, you’ll arrive at Kotoka Airport, Accra (ACC), which is located 2 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Accra include Air France, Delta and Virgin Atlantic. The shortest flight to Accra from the United States departs from Boston and takes around 18h 30m.

Plane

When flying to Accra, you’ll arrive at Kotoka Airport, Accra (ACC), which is located 2 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Accra include Air France, Delta and Virgin Atlantic. The shortest flight to Accra from the United States departs from Boston and takes around 18h 30m.

Airports near Accra

Airlines serving Accra

Lufthansa
Good (4,676 reviews)
KLM
Good (845 reviews)
SWISS
Good (950 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,623 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,256 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,582 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,601 reviews)
Air France
Good (979 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,109 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,433 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,984 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,996 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Finnair
Good (856 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (932 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,169 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (837 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (412 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,756 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (730 reviews)
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Where to stay in Accra

From 5-star hotels such as the Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City to great affordable options like the La Villa Boutique Hotel, Accra offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $70 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $169 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Accra

Most booked hotels in Accra

Exotic Palace Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 57 reviews)
$28+
Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City
5 stars
Excellent (8.3, 373 reviews)
$302+
Mövenpick Ambassador Hotel Accra
5 stars
Excellent (8, 487 reviews)
$258+
Labadi Beach Hotel
5 stars
Good (7.7, 539 reviews)
$284+
Hill View Hotel Mccarthy Hills
3 stars
Good (7.7, 101 reviews)
$37+
Grand Star Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.6, 359 reviews)
$23+

Renting a car in Accra

Renting a car in Accra costs $100 per day, on average, or $502 if you want to rent if for 5 days.

Expect to pay $4.01 per gallon in Accra (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $48.15 and $64.20. Economy (Class Economy Car or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Accra, while also 50% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Accra costs $100 per day, on average, or $502 if you want to rent if for 5 days.

Expect to pay $4.01 per gallon in Accra (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $48.15 and $64.20. Economy (Class Economy Car or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Accra, while also 50% cheaper than other types, on average.