Travelling from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Kotoka International Airport (ACC): what you need to know
Accra's timezone is UTC+0, which makes Accra five hours 30 minutes behind Chennai.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your MAA to ACC flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Chennai Airport to Kotoka International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between MAA and ACC:
Hamad International Airport
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Kotoka International Airport (ACC)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Chennai Airport to Kotoka International Airport flight is Rs110,766. A round-trip plane ticket is currently Rs236,155. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MAA to ACC if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price in every month when looking for a flight from Chennai Airport to Kotoka International Airport.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment the price changes on cheap flights from MAA to ACC.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Chennai Airport to Kotoka International Airport.
Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)
76.04% of flights departing from Chennai Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
To get to Chennai Airport from central Chennai, it'll take about 45 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to MAA? If you've booked an early flight from Chennai Airport to Kotoka International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Kotoka International Airport (ACC)
If you're arriving on a late Chennai Airport to Kotoka International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these options near ACC:
Enjoy the freedom to roam with a Kotoka International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Avis to explore beyond Accra's usual tourist stops.
To lock in the lowest rate, reserve your vehicle from Kotoka International Airport at least a couple of weeks in advance. Rates generally rise closer to your date of travel.
Getting from Kotoka International Airport (ACC) to central Accra
Kotoka International Airport is approximately 6 kilometres from the centre of Accra. Driving there takes about 10 minutes.
When to fly to Kotoka International Airport (ACC)
June is the busiest month for flights from Chennai Airport to Kotoka International Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Accra in February.
Book your flight from Chennai Airport to Kotoka International Airport for March if you want to explore Accra during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 26ºC and 32ºC.
August sees average temperatures of between 22ºC and 27ºC. Look for cheap tickets from MAA to ACC around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Ghana
Kumasi is just one of the many places in Ghana waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Accra. Around 193 kilometres away to the north-west, top sights here include Manhyia Palace Museum, Manhyia Palace and Kumasi Fort - Ghana Armed Forces Museum.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in Ghana, consider Tamale, roughly 434 kilometres north of Accra. Kaladan Park, North Breeze Farms Tamale and VRA /NEDCo Club house are the start of reasons to visit.
