The flight distance from Kotoka International Airport (ACC) in Accra, Ghana to Xichang Qingshan Airport (XIC) in Xichang, China is 10,916 kilometers (6,783 miles / 5,894 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying east northeast at a heading of 61°.

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 China. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 16:15 in Accra, it's 00:15 in Xichang. With a 8-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 4,907 feet between the two airports. Xichang Qingshan Airport sits higher than Kotoka International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Xichang (XIC) to Accra (ACC) follows a heading of 281° (west). 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 Xichang Qingshan Airport (XIC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.