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Accra (ACC) to Johannesburg (JNB) Flights

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ACC········· ·········JNB
Kotoka International AirportO.R. Tambo International Airport
Distance
2,897 miles
Flight time
5h 55m
Time difference
JNB is 2h ahead
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Flights from Accra to Johannesburg

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Flight route map

Accra (ACC) to Johannesburg (JNB) Non-stop flight routes illustrated on a map.

Flights from Accra (ACC), Greater Accra Region, to Johannesburg (JNB), Gauteng, are shown on the map. Based on recorded flight history, the distance is approximately 2,897 miles.

Departure
Kotoka International Airport · Greater Accra Region, Ghana · 5° 36' 19" N 0° 10' 00" W
Flight route
2,897 miles · 5h 55m
Direction
140.36° (SE)
Geographic midpoint
The geographic midpoint is at latitude -10.58328, longitude 13.29293, approximately 1,452.07 miles from both airports.
Great-circle distance
2,904.1 miles
Driving route
3,284 miles · 66 hr 4 min
Time difference
JNB is 2h ahead
Destination
O.R. Tambo International Airport · Gauteng, South Africa · 26° 08' 24" S 28° 14' 48" E
Distance and time are approximate; flight schedules and local times may change.

Route information

Distance
2,897 miles
Average flight time
5h 55m
Time difference
JNB is 2h ahead
Route direction
The initial bearing on the course from Accra to Johannesburg is 140.36°, and the compass direction is SE.

Airport information

Kotoka International Airport

Kotoka International Airport
Accra, Greater Accra Region, Ghana
5° 36' 19" N, 0° 10' 00" W
Elevation: 205 ft (62 m)
Time zone: GMT UTC+0
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What's the weather like in Accra and Johannesburg?

Temperature unit:

ACC · Accra

83°FPartly cloudyFeels like 90°F
Humidity
74%
Wind
7 mph
Precipitation
0 mm

JNB · Johannesburg

69°FSunnyFeels like 64°F
Humidity
48%
Wind
10 mph
Precipitation
0 mm
Thu, Oct 2986°F | 58°FMainly clear
Fri, Oct 3090°F | 59°FOvercast
Sat, Oct 3193°F | 62°FModerate drizzle
Sun, Nov 194°F | 67°FLight drizzle
Mon, Nov 289°F | 63°FSlight rain showers

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Everything you need to know for your flight from Accra to Johannesburg

Which departure days are usually cheaper?

If you have flexibility with your travel dates, Tuesday and Wednesday departures are consistently your best bet for finding the lowest airfares. Across global flight routes, flying midweek can easily save you 10% to 20% compared to weekend departures, mainly because you avoid both Monday business trips and Friday weekend getaways. On the flip side, Fridays and Sundays tend to be the most expensive days of the week as leisure travelers head out and return. Another insider tip: opting for early morning flights (before 7:00 AM) or overnight red-eyes often unlocks additional savings while helping you breeze through airport security lines.

How far in advance do fares usually reach their lowest point?

There is no fixed booking window that guarantees the lowest fare for Ghana to South Africa (GH-ZA). Once your plans are clearer, compare prices for your intended dates and nearby alternatives, using the same cabin, baggage and change conditions. Choose a fare that fits your budget and flexibility; waiting can result in either lower prices or fewer suitable options.