ACC
Accra
Ghana
7,031 km
4,369 miles
ZAJ
Zaranj
Afghanistan
Distance
7,031 km
4,369 mi / 3,796 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+4.5h
Africa/Accra
Heading
58°
east northeast

Airport Comparison

ACC ZAJ
Airport Name Kotoka International Airport Zaranj Airport
IATA Code ACC ZAJ
ICAO Code DGAA OAZJ
City Accra Zaranj
Country Ghana Afghanistan
Timezone Africa/Accra Asia/Kabul
Elevation 205 ft 1,572 ft
Coordinates 5.610000, -0.170000 30.970000, 61.870000

Accra (ACC) to Zaranj (ZAJ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kotoka International Airport (ACC) in Accra, Ghana to Zaranj Airport (ZAJ) in Zaranj, Afghanistan is 7,031 kilometers (4,369 miles / 3,796 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying east northeast at a heading of 58°.

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 Afghanistan. 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 20:06 in Accra, it's 00:36 in Zaranj. The 4.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,367 feet between the two airports. Zaranj Airport sits higher than Kotoka International Airport.

The return flight from Zaranj (ZAJ) to Accra (ACC) follows a heading of 260° (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 Zaranj Airport (ZAJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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