ACC
Accra
Ghana
3,877 km
2,409 miles
SHY
Shinyanga
Tanzania
Distance
3,877 km
2,409 mi / 2,094 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
Africa/Accra
Heading
105°
east southeast

Airport Comparison

ACC SHY
Airport Name Kotoka International Airport Shinyanga Airport
IATA Code ACC SHY
ICAO Code DGAA HTSY
City Accra Shinyanga
Country Ghana Tanzania
Timezone Africa/Accra Africa/Dar_es_Salaam
Elevation 205 ft 3,800 ft
Coordinates 5.610000, -0.170000 -3.610000, 33.500000

Accra (ACC) to Shinyanga (SHY) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kotoka International Airport (ACC) in Accra, Ghana to Shinyanga Airport (SHY) in Shinyanga, Tanzania is 3,877 kilometers (2,409 miles / 2,094 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying east southeast at a heading of 105°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Ghana with Tanzania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 21:03 in Accra, it's 00:03 in Shinyanga. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,595 feet between the two airports. Shinyanga Airport sits higher than Kotoka International Airport.

The return flight from Shinyanga (SHY) to Accra (ACC) follows a heading of 285° (west northwest). 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 Shinyanga Airport (SHY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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