Are there direct flights from Accra to Washington, D.C.?

Direct flights from Accra to Washington, D.C. are not widely available. Historically, only 4.8% of flights on this route have been direct. For flights that include connections, travelers typically experience a median of 2 stopovers. This suggests that most journeys between these two cities will involve at least one stop.

What's the flight time from Accra to Washington, D.C.?

The typical direct flight time from Accra to Washington, D.C. is approximately 10 hours and 40 minutes, covering a distance of 8518 kilometers. Flights with one stop typically have a longer duration, averaging around 19 hours and 50 minutes. This difference accounts for the layover time and potential variations in flight paths.

Are there frequently good prices on flights from Accra to Washington, D.C.?

Yes, historically, good prices on flights from Accra to Washington, D.C. are considered frequent. This route has consistently shown a classification of 'frequent' for favorable pricing across the trailing 30 days. Travelers can often find competitive deals for this specific journey.

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Accra to Washington, D.C.: Overview

Insights for flights from Accra to Washington, D.C.

Most itineraries for flights from Accra to Washington, D.C. connect at least once, with only 4.8% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of connections is 2. This means that while direct options exist, the majority of travelers should expect to include at least one stop on their journey.

A typical journey from Accra to Washington, D.C. takes 44h 11m, including connections. This long-haul route covers a distance of 8481 km. Given the significant distance, the extended travel time reflects the need for connecting flights to bridge the journey between these two cities.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Accra to Washington, D.C.? The most affordable month to fly is typically January, with a median fare of $683. Other cost-effective months include March, where the median fare is $988, and November, with a median of $1184. Planning your trip during these months could lead to substantial savings.

Right now, fares for cheap flights from Accra to Washington, D.C. typically range from $1346–$2593, with a median of $1995. Current fares are near the typical level for this route. Approximately 5% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding a deal can be challenging but is possible. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find competitive prices.

How much is a round trip from Accra to Washington, D.C.

Regular price: $1,068 - $1,786

Prices for flights from Accra to Washington, D.C. are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between $1068 and $1786. The current lowest deal is $946 with Ethiopian Airlines, for travel from Oct 2 to Oct 28.

now $946

Low $1,068

High $1,786

The cheapest time to fly from Accra to Washington, D.C.

The cheapest month to fly from Accra to Washington is January, with a median price of $683. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $2453. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $683

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $2,453

Jan

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Accra to Washington, D.C.

United Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Accra to Washington, D.C.

Tue, Sep 29

⌛ Last-Minute

ACC - Washington, D.C.

Accra (ACC) - Washington, D.C. (DCA)

Air France

$1,688

$1,166

One-way

Wed, Sep 30

⌛ Last-Minute

ACC - Washington, D.C.

Accra (ACC) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Ethiopian Airlines

$1,264

$932

One-way

Wed, Sep 30

⌛ Last-Minute

ACC - Washington, D.C.

Accra (ACC) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Ethiopian Airlines

$1,279

$936

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

ACC - Washington, D.C.

Accra (ACC) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Ethiopian Airlines

$1,268

$936

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

ACC - Washington, D.C.

Accra (ACC) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Ethiopian Airlines

$1,516

$950

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

ACC - Washington, D.C.

Accra (ACC) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Ethiopian Airlines

$1,260

$955

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Accra to Washington, D.C.

2 nights

Oct 1 - Oct 3

$1,516 → $950

37%

8 nights

Oct 2 - Oct 10

$1,685 → $1,128

33%

7 nights

Oct 3 - Oct 10

$1,335 → $985

26%

15 nights

Oct 2 - Oct 17

$1,268 → $930

27%

Popular Airports to fly from Accra to Washington, D.C.

Accra - Washington, D.C. route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level.

Recent fares from Accra to Washington, D.C. are near the typical level of $1995.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in January for prices below the typical level.

Historically, January offers the lowest median price at $683 for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typical flight duration is 44h 11m.

Flights from Accra to Washington, D.C. typically take 44h 11m, with 2 stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant.

Only 4.8% of recent flights from Accra to Washington, D.C. are direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

United Airlines offers direct flights.

United Airlines has offered 1 direct deal on this route recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route.

Deals for flights from Accra to Washington, D.C. are frequent, appearing within 30 days.

Accra main airports to depart from

Kotoka International (ACC)

Cheapest

Kotoka International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights from Accra to Washington, D.C.

📍 ~2 km from Accra city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$936

Washington, D.C. main airports to arrive at

Washington Dulles International (IAD)

Cheapest

Washington Dulles International Airport is a good option for flights from Accra to Washington, D.C.

📍 ~36 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$935

Airports nearby Washington, D.C. used as alternative

Philadelphia International (PHL)

Cheapest

Philadelphia International is a major international hub offering extensive route networks and carrier competition, often resulting in lower fares.

📍 ~220 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car or Amtrak Northeast Regional service). Significant travel distance from central D.C. and heavy traffic congestion common on the I-95 corridor.

💸 Flights from ~$962

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Washington, D.C.

72% AI deal score

$2,751

From ACC

Elite

Oct 15

Washington, D.C., United States

67% AI deal score

$7,272

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Washington, D.C.

Historically, the best time to book flights from Accra to Washington, D.C. is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price for a flight has been around $1463. Booking within 0-6 days of departure typically sees prices rise to about $1787, while booking 7-13 days out can result in an average price of $2503. Prices for bookings made 60+ days in advance have averaged around $1802.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Accra to Washington, D.C. is considered to be $1346 or less. The median price for this route has been $1995. Prices typically range, with 25% of flights found for $1346 or less, and 75% of flights priced at $2593 or below.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Accra to Washington, D.C. include January, with a median price of $683, and March, with a median price of $988. November has also shown favorable pricing, with a median of $1184. The annual median price for this route is $1995, indicating that these months offer significant savings compared to the yearly average.

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Accra to Washington, D.C.: Overview

Insights for flights from Accra to Washington, D.C.

How much is a round trip from Accra to Washington, D.C.

Regular price: $1,068 - $1,786

Prices for flights from Accra to Washington, D.C. are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between $1068 and $1786. The current lowest deal is $946 with Ethiopian Airlines, for travel from Oct 2 to Oct 28.

now $946

Low $1,068

High $1,786

The cheapest time to fly from Accra to Washington, D.C.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $683

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $2,453

Jan

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Accra to Washington, D.C.

United Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Accra to Washington, D.C.

Tue, Sep 29

⌛ Last-Minute

ACC - Washington, D.C.

Accra (ACC) - Washington, D.C. (DCA)

Air France

$1,688

$1,166

One-way

Wed, Sep 30

⌛ Last-Minute

ACC - Washington, D.C.

Accra (ACC) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Ethiopian Airlines

$1,264

$932

One-way

Wed, Sep 30

⌛ Last-Minute

ACC - Washington, D.C.

Accra (ACC) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Ethiopian Airlines

$1,279

$936

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

ACC - Washington, D.C.

Accra (ACC) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Ethiopian Airlines

$1,268

$936

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

ACC - Washington, D.C.

Accra (ACC) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Ethiopian Airlines

$1,516

$950

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

ACC - Washington, D.C.

Accra (ACC) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Ethiopian Airlines

$1,260

$955

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Accra to Washington, D.C.

2 nights

Oct 1 - Oct 3

$1,516 → $950

37%

8 nights

Oct 2 - Oct 10

$1,685 → $1,128

33%

7 nights

Oct 3 - Oct 10

$1,335 → $985

26%

15 nights

Oct 2 - Oct 17

$1,268 → $930

27%

Popular Airports to fly from Accra to Washington, D.C.