Flying from Kotoka International Airport (ACC) to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know
Zurich is one hour ahead of Accra and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your ACC to ZRH flight.
Flying during a peak time like June? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to include a stop along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Kotoka International Airport to Zurich Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between ACC and ZRH:
London Gatwick Airport
Brussels Airport
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kotoka International Airport (ACC) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Kotoka International Airport to Zurich Airport flight is Rs124,522. A round-trip ticket right now is Rs170,669. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
It's often best to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from ACC to ZRH. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when looking for a flight from Kotoka International Airport to Zurich Airport.
Save time searching for cheap flights from ACC to ZRH by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Secure the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Kotoka International Airport to Zurich Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Kotoka International Airport (ACC)
Of all flights leaving Kotoka International Airport, 70.37% land on schedule at their destination.
To get to Kotoka International Airport from central Accra, it'll take around 10 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching an early flight from Kotoka International Airport to Zurich Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near ACC:
Arriving at Zurich Airport (ZRH)
If you're landing on a late Kotoka International Airport to Zurich Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near ZRH:
Travel at your own pace with a Zurich Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Green Motion and find adventure across Zurich and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Zurich Airport about two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich
Zurich Airport to central Zurich has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 35 minutes.
When to fly to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The quietest month for a flight from Kotoka International Airport to Zurich Airport is January, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Zurich based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When reserving your flight from Kotoka International Airport to Zurich Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Zurich, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC to 27ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -6ºC and 7ºC. Search for cheap tickets from ACC to ZRH sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Switzerland
Basel is just one of the many places in Switzerland waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Zurich. Around 72 kilometres away to the west, top sights here include Basel Minster, Bistro Kunstmuseum Basel and Rhine River Cruises.
Around 97 kilometres south-west of Zurich, Bern is another favourite stop in Switzerland. Start your sightseeing at Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bern Cathedral.
