The flight distance from Kotoka International Airport (ACC) in Accra, Ghana to Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) in Rapid City, United States is 10,592 kilometers (6,582 miles / 5,719 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northwest at a heading of 315°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

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 09:58 in Accra, it's 02:58 in Rapid City. With a 7-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,999 feet between the two airports. Rapid City Regional Airport sits higher than Kotoka International Airport.

The return flight from Rapid City (RAP) to Accra (ACC) follows a heading of 77° (east northeast). 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 Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.