Flying from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Kotoka International Airport (ACC): what you need to know
Accra is four hours ahead of New York and is in the UTC+0 timezone.
Your EWR to ACC flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months such as April, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Newark Liberty International Airport to Kotoka International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between EWR and ACC:
London Heathrow Airport
Brussels Airport
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How to find the cheapest flights from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Kotoka International Airport (ACC)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Newark Liberty International Airport to Kotoka International Airport flight is P36,164. A round-trip ticket right now is P49,948. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's a good idea to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from EWR to ACC. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price across every month when looking for your flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Kotoka International Airport.
Save time searching for cheap flights from EWR to ACC by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Kotoka International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
EWR is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.
73.3% of flights that depart Newark Liberty International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
To reach Newark Liberty International Airport from central New York, it'll take about 30 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Have an early flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Kotoka International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to EWR:
Arriving at Kotoka International Airport (ACC)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Newark Liberty International Airport to Kotoka International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near ACC instead:
Pick up a Kotoka International Airport rental car and discover parts of Accra that aren't on every traveller's list. You can book your wheels with Avis.
Increase your likelihood of securing a great price by booking as early as possible. Reserving your vehicle from Kotoka International Airport at least a couple of weeks in advance is a wise move.
Getting from Kotoka International Airport (ACC) to central Accra
Kotoka International Airport to central Accra has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.
When to fly to Kotoka International Airport (ACC)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Kotoka International Airport. June is the most popular month to head to Accra. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Kotoka International Airport for March if you'd like to go to Accra during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from EWR to ACC in August. Temperatures average between 22ºC (72ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) then.
Explore more of Ghana
Accra has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Ghana just waiting to be explored. About 193 kilometres north-west of Accra, a visit to Kumasi will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Manhyia Palace Museum, Manhyia Palace and Kumasi Fort - Ghana Armed Forces Museum.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in Ghana, consider Tamale, about 434 kilometres north of Accra. Kaladan Park, North Breeze Farms Tamale and VRA /NEDCo Club house are among its highlights.