Travelling from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Kotoka International Airport (ACC): what you need to know
Accra is four hours ahead of Durham and is in the UTC+0 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 board your RDU to ACC flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Kotoka International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between RDU and ACC include:
John F. Kennedy International Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Kotoka International Airport (ACC)
Right now, Rs179,608 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Kotoka International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs289,543. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from RDU to ACC, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Kotoka International Airport across the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from RDU to ACC.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Kotoka International Airport.
Handy information about Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Raleigh-Durham International Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 80.09% of flights that take off from RDU reach their destination without delay.
Raleigh-Durham International Airport is about 23 kilometres from central Durham. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near RDU. Whether you've booked an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Kotoka International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Kotoka International Airport (ACC)
Reserve a hotel near ACC if you're catching a late Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Kotoka International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Venture beyond Accra and explore places that aren't on most itineraries with your own set of wheels. You can grab a Kotoka International Airport rental car from Avis.
Reserve your ride from Kotoka International Airport at least a few weeks before your departure to secure the best deal. If you're going away during a busy period, you may want to book even earlier.
Getting from Kotoka International Airport (ACC) to central Accra
Kotoka International Airport to the centre of Accra has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.
When to fly to Kotoka International Airport (ACC)
June is the busiest month for flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Kotoka International Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Accra in February.
Before locking in your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Kotoka International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Accra, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC to 32ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from RDU to ACC in August. Average temperatures are between 22ºC and 27ºC then.
Explore more of Ghana
Accra has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Ghana waiting to be discovered. About 193 kilometres north-west of Accra, a visit to Kumasi will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Manhyia Palace Museum, Manhyia Palace and Kumasi Fort - Ghana Armed Forces Museum.
Around 434 kilometres north of Accra, Tamale is another favourite stop in Ghana. Experience major highlights starting with Kaladan Park, North Breeze Farms Tamale and VRA /NEDCo Club house.
