Which airports can I use when flying from Des Moines to Accra?

Flights from Des Moines to Accra usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Accra Kotoka (ACC).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from Des Moines to Accra?

Only Economy Class is available on flights from Des Moines to Accra.

Which airports do connecting flights from Des Moines to Accra pass through?

Most connecting flights from Des Moines to Accra pass through Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other layover airports each see under 5%.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Des Moines to Accra?

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 83% on the Des Moines to Accra route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,045 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $5,920, a difference of $4,875. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Do I need a passport to fly from Des Moines to Accra?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Have flight prices from Des Moines to Accra changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,527 to $3,630. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

What is the time difference between Des Moines and Accra?

Accra is 5 hours ahead of Des Moines (Ghana Mean Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

How much should I expect to pay for a Des Moines to Accra flight?

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Accra range from $1,426 to $2,223, with an average of $1,988 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,426 counts as a good deal.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Des Moines to Accra?

Delta ($1,527) and United Airlines ($1,564) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Accra according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Des Moines to Accra?

Flights via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $2,194. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Des Moines to Accra which airport offers the shortest layover?

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) had the shortest average connection time for Des Moines to Accra layovers at 542 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Sun, Oct 4 - Sun, Oct 11

5:35 pm - 7:00 amDSM Des Moines-ACC Accra Kotoka

32h 25m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County New York John F Kennedy Intl

9:30 am - 10:42 amACC Accra Kotoka-DSM Des Moines

30h 12m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$1,527Delta

Thu, Oct 8 - Thu, Oct 15

5:35 am - 7:00 amDSM Des Moines-ACC Accra Kotoka

20h 25m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson New York John F Kennedy Intl

9:30 am - 9:42 amACC Accra Kotoka-DSM Des Moines

29h 12m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,527Delta

Thu, Oct 8 - Mon, Oct 12

5:22 pm - 9:05 amDSM Des Moines-ACC Accra Kotoka

34h 43m2 stops Denver Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

9:40 pm - 9:23 pmACC Accra Kotoka-DSM Des Moines

28h 43m2 stops Brussels Bruxelles-National Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,564United Airlines

Thu, Oct 8 - Mon, Oct 12

6:00 am - 9:05 amDSM Des Moines-ACC Accra Kotoka

22h 05m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

9:40 pm - 11:35 pmACC Accra Kotoka-DSM Des Moines

30h 55m2 stops Brussels Bruxelles-National Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,564United Airlines

Thu, Dec 31 - Wed, Feb 17

6:42 pm - 9:25 amDSM Des Moines-ACC Accra Kotoka

32h 43m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

9:40 pm - 7:25 pmACC Accra Kotoka-DSM Des Moines

27h 45m2 stops Brussels Bruxelles-National Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,564United Airlines

Sun, Oct 4 - Sun, Oct 11

7:40 pm - 9:55 amDSM Des Moines-ACC Accra Kotoka

33h 15m3 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Doha Hamad Intl Abidjan Felix H. Boigny

3:10 pm - 8:56 amACC Accra Kotoka-DSM Des Moines

46h 46m3 stops Abidjan Felix H. Boigny Doha Hamad Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,654Multiple Airlines

Thu, Oct 8 - Thu, Oct 15

1:24 pm - 4:40 pmDSM Des Moines-ACC Accra Kotoka

22h 16m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Brussels Bruxelles-National

9:40 pm - 5:48 pmACC Accra Kotoka-DSM Des Moines

25h 08m2 stops Brussels Bruxelles-National Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,776Lufthansa

Thu, Dec 31 - Wed, Feb 17

5:25 am - 9:25 amDSM Des Moines-ACC Accra Kotoka

22h 00m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

9:45 am - 10:18 amACC Accra Kotoka-DSM Des Moines

30h 33m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$1,809Delta

Thu, Dec 31 - Wed, Feb 17

9:00 am - 4:45 pmDSM Des Moines-ACC Accra Kotoka

25h 45m3 stops Denver Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Brussels Bruxelles-National

9:40 pm - 9:17 pmACC Accra Kotoka-DSM Des Moines

29h 37m3 stops Brussels Bruxelles-National Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,812Air Canada

Tue, Dec 22 - Thu, Jan 7

3:39 pm - 8:00 pmDSM Des Moines-ACC Accra Kotoka

22h 21m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Amsterdam Schiphol

9:45 am - 9:24 amACC Accra Kotoka-DSM Des Moines

29h 39m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$2,240Delta

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How much is a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Accra?

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Accra start at $1,527. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $1,426 to $2,223. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,527 on Delta.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to Accra?

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to Accra, it is 48% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 197% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Accra?

November is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Accra at $1,045 round-trip.
October ($8,058) and December ($2,223) are the most expensive months.
The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 671% on average.

This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Which airports can I use when flying from Des Moines to Accra?
Flights from Des Moines to Accra usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Accra Kotoka (ACC).
What cabin classes can I book on flights from Des Moines to Accra?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from Des Moines to Accra.
Which airports do connecting flights from Des Moines to Accra pass through?
Most connecting flights from Des Moines to Accra pass through Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other layover airports each see under 5%.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Des Moines to Accra?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 83% on the Des Moines to Accra route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,045 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $5,920, a difference of $4,875. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
Do I need a passport to fly from Des Moines to Accra?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
Have flight prices from Des Moines to Accra changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,527 to $3,630. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.
What is the time difference between Des Moines and Accra?
Accra is 5 hours ahead of Des Moines (Ghana Mean Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
How much should I expect to pay for a Des Moines to Accra flight?
Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Accra range from $1,426 to $2,223, with an average of $1,988 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,426 counts as a good deal.

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $1,045 - about $4,875 less than Monday (82% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Des Moines to Accra trip for November. Fares historically average $1,045 round-trip in that month - typically $7,013 less than the most expensive month, which is October (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Accra Kotoka Airport.
- Airport View Hotel
- The Cabin Hotel
- Airport West Hotel

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