With 1.96 million inhabitants, Accra is the most populous city in Ghana. It is the most popular tourist destination in the country. We recommend you stay at least 6 days in order to fully appreciate everything Accra has to offer.
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Accra in February, when the average temperature is 28 °C, and the highest can go up to 31 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is July, when it can get as cold as 23 °C, with an average temperature of 25 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 190 mm. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Accra, with an average rainfall of 10 mm.
When flying to Accra, you’ll arrive at Kotoka Airport, Accra (ACC), which is located 2 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Accra from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 6h 30m.
From 5-star hotels such as the Accra Marriott Hotel to great affordable options like the La Villa Boutique Hotel, Accra offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around £52 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £121 and up for a 5-star experience.
Hiring a car in Accra costs £73 per day, on average, or £435 if you want to hire it for 6 days.
Expect to pay £0.77 per litre in Accra (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £9.21 and £12.27. The most frequently booked car type in Accra is Economy (Class Economy Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Volkswagen Polo or similar) is, on average, 42% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.
Accra Travel Guide - View the KAYAK Accra city guide for the best Accra travel tips. To help you organise your Accra trip ideas, this Accra visitors guide provides travel information and trip tips about how to get there, where to stay, what to do, where to eat and more.