Flying from Kotoka International Airport (ACC) to New York: what you need to know
Kotoka International Airport is located in Accra. Based in the UTC-4 timezone, New York is 4 hours behind Accra.
With 10 weekly departures between the two airports, Kotoka International Airport (ACC) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is the most popular route. Board Delta's 09:00 flight to get your trip from ACC to JFK underway.
To ensure you get on your flight from ACC to New York, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as June, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
You can catch a direct flight from Kotoka International Airport to New York. Start your journey at ACC and touch down at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).
Delta is a well-known carrier that offers direct flights from Kotoka International Airport to New York.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling — and maybe even explore a different city. When browsing flights from ACC to New York, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport (ABJ)
Mohamed V International Airport (CMN)
If you hold a passport from Ghana, you will need an embassy visa to visit United States. This applies when booking a cheap ticket from Kotoka International Airport to New York for tourism purposes. Requirements may be different if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always check official visa guidelines ahead of booking and certainly before you fly.
ACC is around 6 kilometres from central Accra. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 12 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
After an easy start to your trip? Stay near ACC. Whether you have an early flight from Kotoka International Airport to New York or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
How to find the cheapest flights from Kotoka International Airport (ACC) to New York
487 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Kotoka International Airport to New York. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 689 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Lock in cheap tickets from ACC to New York by booking 9 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Kotoka International Airport to New York. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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Airports in New York
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) is around 24 kilometres from the centre of New York. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 28 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes around 1 hour and 11 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Kotoka International Airport to New York. Check in to one of these accommodation options near EWR instead:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
As soon as your flight from Kotoka International Airport to New York has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in about 48 minutes by car. Central New York is approximately 48 kilometres from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).
The journey will take roughly 1 hour and 20 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel close to JFK. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from ACC to New York:
Best time to go to New York
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Kotoka International Airport to New York. August is the busiest month to travel to New York. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Kotoka International Airport to New York for July to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 18ºC to 30ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from ACC to New York in January when temperatures average between -6ºC and 8ºC.
More about New York
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in New York right here. Browse these options once you've booked your flight from Kotoka International Airport to New York:
Statue of Liberty and Central Park are a couple of popular attractions to put on your New York itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Empire State Building.
Complete your New York trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in New York and see the sights on your own terms. Easily compare rates in one go to find your ideal ride once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flights from Kotoka International Airport to New York.