How many flights from Johannesburg to Accra are non-stop?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 20.2% of flights from Johannesburg to Accra were non-stop. For flights that included stopovers, the median number of stopovers was 1. This indicates that while direct options are available, a significant portion of routes involve at least one connection.

How many hours is the flight from Johannesburg to Accra?

The direct flight from Johannesburg to Accra typically takes 6 hours and 5 minutes, covering a distance of 4674 kilometers. Flights with one stop, however, have a median duration of 15 hours and 35 minutes. This represents a substantial increase in travel time for connecting routes compared to direct services.

How much more do direct flights from Johannesburg to Accra cost?

Historically, direct flights from Johannesburg to Accra cost approximately 19% more than connecting flights. The median price for a direct flight was $773, while connecting flights had a median price of $649. Direct flights accounted for about 19.4% of the available options in the trailing 90 days. This premium reflects the convenience of non-stop travel.

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July 25 - July 30

Cheapest

Best

JNB - Accra

$797

$487

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July 16 - July 22

Earliest

JNB - Accra

$813

$538

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July 25 - July 26

JNB - Accra

$824

$565

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July 16 - July 23

Earliest

JNB - Accra

$812

$570

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July 25 - August 12

JNB - Accra

$748

$571

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July 16 - August 1

Earliest

JNB - Accra

$746

$571

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July 18 - July 21

JNB - Accra

$890

$571

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July 18 - July 25

JNB - Accra

$826

$572

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July 25 - July 28

JNB - Accra

$869

$572

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July 25 - August 11

JNB - Accra

$750

$572

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Johannesburg to Accra: Overview

Insights for flights from Johannesburg to Accra

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Johannesburg to Accra, December stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of just $416. Other favorable months include March, where the median fare is $556, and April, with a median of $625. Planning your trip around these months can lead to significant savings on your journey.

Fares for flights from Johannesburg to Accra typically range from $541 to $782, with a median price of $669. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route. Approximately 20% of recent fares have been classified as a good price, indicating that opportunities for savings do arise.

When considering the flight duration, a typical journey from Johannesburg to Accra takes about 6h 5m, including connections. However, since most itineraries on this route connect at least once, the median connecting flight time is considerably longer, at 15h 35m. Only about 20.2% of recent fares are for direct flights from Johannesburg to Accra, with most connecting itineraries involving one stopover.

The route from Johannesburg to Accra covers a distance of 4674 kilometers, classifying it as a long-haul journey. This distance typically translates to a substantial travel time, especially when factoring in connections.

How much is a round trip from Johannesburg to Accra

Regular price: $674 - $1,310

Prices for flights from Johannesburg to Accra are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between $674 and $1310. The current lowest deal is $487 with South African Airways, for travel from Jul 25-Jul 30.

now $487

Low $674

High $1,310

The cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg to Accra

The cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg to Accra is March, with a median price of $547. The most expensive month is October, with a median price of $1132. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

March

Cheapest

Flights from $547

October

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,132

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Direct flights from Johannesburg to Accra

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Last-minute flights going from Johannesburg to Accra

Sun, Jul 12

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JNB - Accra

Johannesburg (JNB) - Accra (ACC)

Ethiopian Airlines

$780

$662

One-way

Sun, Jul 12

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Accra

Johannesburg (JNB) - Accra (ACC)

Ethiopian Airlines

$847

$675

One-way

Sun, Jul 12

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Accra

Johannesburg (JNB) - Accra (ACC)

Ethiopian Airlines

$842

$691

One-way

Mon, Jul 13

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Accra

Johannesburg (JNB) - Accra (ACC)

Ethiopian Airlines

$844

$666

One-way

Mon, Jul 13

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Accra

Johannesburg (JNB) - Accra (ACC)

Ethiopian Airlines

$847

$675

One-way

Tue, Jul 14

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Accra

Johannesburg (JNB) - Accra (ACC)

South African Airways

$761

$606

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Johannesburg to Accra

5 nights

Dec 15 - Dec 20

$1,023 → $682

33%

5 nights

Dec 9 - Dec 14

$1,018 → $682

33%

5 nights

Dec 10 - Dec 15

$1,018 → $682

33%

2 nights

Dec 17 - Dec 19

$1,020 → $684

33%

Popular Airports to fly from Johannesburg to Accra

Johannesburg - Accra route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Johannesburg to Accra are above the typical level, with a median price of $669.

📅 Best time to fly

December is historically cheapest at $416

Historically, December is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg to Accra, with a median price of $416.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 6h 5m

Direct flights from Johannesburg to Accra typically average 6 hours 5 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant, with 1 stopover being typical for this route.

🏆 Airline highlight

South African Airways offers direct flights

South African Airways offers direct flights from Johannesburg to Accra, with 1 direct deal found.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent

Deals on flights from Johannesburg to Accra are frequent, appearing within a 30-day window.

Johannesburg main airports to depart from

O. R. Tambo International (JNB)

Cheapest

O. R. Tambo International Airport is a good option for flights from Johannesburg to Accra.

📍 ~21 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$486

Lanseria International (HLA)

Lanseria International Airport is another option for flights from Johannesburg to Accra.

📍 ~32 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1,089

Accra main airports to arrive at

Kotoka International (ACC)

Cheapest

Kotoka International Airport is a key arrival point for flights to Accra.

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

💸 Flights from ~$487

Airports nearby Accra used as alternative

Lomé–Tokoin International (LFW)

Consider Lomé–Tokoin International for its proximity and role as a regional hub, despite requiring an international border crossing.

📍 ~160 km from Accra (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1,042

Port Bouet (ABJ)

Port Bouet is a major regional hub with extensive connections, but is a significant distance from Accra.

📍 ~420 km from Accra (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$500

Murtala Muhammed International (LOS)

Cheapest

Murtala Muhammed International is West Africa's largest hub, offering diverse international destinations, but expect complex logistics.

📍 ~420 km from Accra (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$478

Cadjehoun (COO)

Cadjehoun offers an alternative international gateway with decent connections, but requires crossing two borders.

📍 ~290 km from Accra (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$889

Kumasi (KMS)

Kumasi is located within Ghana, eliminating border crossings, but has very limited international flight options.

📍 ~200 km from Accra (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$850

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Accra, Ghana

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Accra

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Johannesburg to Accra is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $586. Booking within 0-6 days of departure saw an average price of $619, while booking 7-13 days out resulted in an average price of $611. Prices generally increase significantly when booking further in advance, with flights booked 28-59 days out averaging $931.

Across the trailing quarter, a good deal for a flight from Johannesburg to Accra is considered to be $541 or less. The median price for this route was $669. Prices exceeding $782 typically fall into the higher end of the spectrum. By comparing offers to the $541 threshold, travelers can identify more favorable prices.

Historically, December has been the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg to Accra, with a median price of $416. March also offered competitive prices, with a median of $556. The annual median price for this route was $669. While April had a median of $625, it was also observed as the most expensive month in the trailing 270 days.

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