Travelling from Kotoka International Airport (ACC) to Nairobi: what you need to know
Around 5 hours 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Kotoka International Airport to Nairobi.
Nairobi is 3 hours ahead of Accra, where Kotoka International Airport is located. Nairobi operates on the UTC+3 timezone.
The busiest route is from Kotoka International Airport (ACC) to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO). There are 12 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to take off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from ACC to NBO is the 09:20 Kenya Airways option. If you prefer to travel later, the final departure is at 22:00 with Kenya Airways.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from ACC to Nairobi.
During popular months like June, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
You can get a direct flight from Kotoka International Airport to Nairobi. Begin your trip at ACC and end it at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO).
Get on board with Kenya Airways. This popular airline operates direct flights from Kotoka International Airport to Nairobi.
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from ACC to Nairobi. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular options:
Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport (ABJ)
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
Kigali International Airport (KGL)
If you have a passport from Ghana, you will need an ETA to visit Kenya. This applies when booking a cheap ticket from Kotoka International Airport to Nairobi for tourism purposes. The rules may differ if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always check the visa rules ahead of booking and certainly before flying.
Central Accra to ACC is approximately 6 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 12 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Catching an early flight from Kotoka International Airport to Nairobi? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near ACC:
How to find the cheapest flights from Kotoka International Airport (ACC) to Nairobi
433 € is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Kotoka International Airport to Nairobi. Return flights start from 471 €. These prices can change depending on availability.
To snag cheap tickets from ACC to Nairobi, book your journey 9 months ahead of the departure date.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Kotoka International Airport to Nairobi. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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Airports in Nairobi
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to central Nairobi takes about 22 minutes by car. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour and 11 minutes.
Book a hotel near NBO if you're catching a late flight from Kotoka International Airport to Nairobi. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Wilson Airport (WIL)
As soon as your flight from Kotoka International Airport to Nairobi has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in around 15 minutes by car. Central Nairobi is roughly 3 kilometres from Wilson Airport (WIL).
The trip will take approximately 46 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to WIL. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your flight from ACC to Nairobi:
Best time to go to Nairobi
July is the most popular month to hop on a flight from Kotoka International Airport to Nairobi while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Nairobi, consider the pace you like to travel at.
Before you book a flight from Kotoka International Airport to Nairobi, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Nairobi, with the temperature ranging from 14ºC to 30ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from ACC to Nairobi in July when temperatures average between 12ºC and 24ºC.
More about Nairobi
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Nairobi right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Kotoka International Airport to Nairobi:
Nairobi National Park and The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust are just two of the popular attractions to add to your Nairobi itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Westlands Maasai Market D at the roof top.
Complete your Nairobi trip with a car rental
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