London, UKAccra, Ghana

Flights from London to Accra

Nonstop flights from London (LHR) to Accra (ACC) take about 6h 53m (5,100 km). British Airways flies it. Lowest fare seen: $736 one-way, nonstop (12 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Accra

The airport transfer and the few things worth sorting before you fly.

Airport transfer

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British Airways Airbus A320 landing at Heathrow, London on a clear day. — lounges at Heathrow Airport

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Airlines flying London to Accra

Carriers on LHR–ACC according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 12 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ British Airwaysnonstop fare seen

London to Accra fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: May 2027, from $772 one-way. With stops: May 2027, from $454. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

Departing	Nonstop from	Cheaper with stops
Oct 2026	$111431 Oct 2026 · British Airways	$521 · 2 stops31 Oct 2026
Dec 2026	$9143 Dec 2026 · British Airways	$491 · 2 stops3 Dec 2026
May 2027	$77219 May 2027 · British Airways	$454 · 1 stop19 May 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $491 for December 2026, $454 at best after that.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 3 of 3 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (London to Accra, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to Accra

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Best monthsGoodAvoid if possible

Ghana is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

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Frequently asked questions — London to Accra flights

How long is the flight from London to Accra?

A nonstop flight from London (LHR) to Accra (ACC) takes about 6h 53m, covering 5,100 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.

How far is London from Accra by air?

The great-circle distance between London Heathrow Airport and Kotoka International Airport is 5,100 km (3,169 miles), a long-haul route.

Which airlines fly from London to Accra?

Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the LHR–ACC route include British Airways. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.

How much does a flight from London to Accra cost?

The lowest one-way fare seen recently on LHR–ACC was $736 USD with British Airways (nonstop), departing 16 Nov 2026, found in fare searches as of 12 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.

What is the cheapest month to fly from London to Accra?

In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in May 2027 were cheapest, from $454 one-way, against $521 for October 2026, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.

Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from London to Accra?

In the fares we saw (12 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $415 with 2 stops against $736 nonstop, a saving of $321. Nonstop saves the connection time.

Do I need a visa to travel from UK to Ghana?

It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Ghana visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.

What is the best time to visit Accra?

Ghana is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 12 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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