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You're Going to Love Accra

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.

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When to visit Accra

Accra in October
Estimated hotel price
£118
1 night at 3-star hotel
Accra in October
Estimated hotel price
£118
1 night at 3-star hotel

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.

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How to Get to Accra

Plane

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.

Plane

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.

Airports near Accra

Airlines serving Accra

Lufthansa
Good (7,015 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,335 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,582 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,774 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (8,333 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,871 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,637 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,846 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,462 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,302 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,673 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (8,707 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (342 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,855 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,310 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,182 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (772 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (928 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (375 reviews)
Air India
Okay (2,916 reviews)
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Where to stay in Accra

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.

Where to stay in popular areas of Accra

Most booked hotels in Accra

Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City
5 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£295+
Mövenpick Ambassador Hotel Accra
5 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
£214+
Grand Star Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.4, Good reviews)
£26+
La Palm Royal Beach Hotel
4 stars
Good (7.4, Good reviews)
£131+

Hiring a car in Accra

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.

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.

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