ACC
Accra
Ghana
8,254 km
5,129 miles
EWR
Newark
United States
Distance
8,254 km
5,129 mi / 4,457 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Africa/Accra
Heading
311°
northwest

Airport Comparison

ACC EWR
Airport Name Kotoka International Airport Newark Liberty International Airport
IATA Code ACC EWR
ICAO Code DGAA KEWR
City Accra Newark
Country Ghana United States
Timezone Africa/Accra America/New_York
Elevation 205 ft 17 ft
Coordinates 5.610000, -0.170000 40.690000, -74.170000

Accra (ACC) to Newark (EWR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kotoka International Airport (ACC) in Accra, Ghana to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) in Newark, United States is 8,254 kilometers (5,129 miles / 4,457 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northwest at a heading of 311°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Ghana with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 11:03 in Accra, it's 06:03 in Newark. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Newark (EWR) to Accra (ACC) follows a heading of 96° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Kotoka International Airport (ACC) and Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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