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Distance from Abidjan to Accra

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Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire to Accra, Ghana
Distance
424 km
263 miles
Flight Time
0h 32m
Direct flight (estimated)
Direction
East
From Abidjan
Time Difference
0 hour(s)
UTC+0 vs UTC+0

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City Information

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Abidjan

Côte d'Ivoire
Population: 5.5 million
Airport: Félix-Houphouët-Boigny International Airport (ABJ)
Time Zone: UTC+0
Language: French
Currency: West African CFA Franc (XOF)
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Accra

Ghana
Population: 2.5 million
Airport: Kotoka International Airport (ACC)
Time Zone: UTC+0
Language: English, Akan
Currency: Ghanaian Cedi (GHS)

About This Route

The distance between Abidjan and Accra is approximately 424 kilometers (263 miles) as the crow flies. This is the straight-line distance (great circle distance) calculated using the Haversine formula.

When traveling from Abidjan (ABJ) to Accra (ACC), you'll be heading east. The estimated flight time for a direct flight is approximately 0h 32m, based on an average commercial aircraft cruising speed of 800 km/h (500 mph).

Flight Information

From: Félix-Houphouët-Boigny International Airport (ABJ) is the main international gateway serving Abidjan. The airport code is ABJ.

To: Kotoka International Airport (ACC) serves Accra with code ACC.

Important: Actual flight times may vary based on wind conditions, flight paths, and whether the flight is direct or includes stops. Always check with airlines for exact schedules and routes.

About Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire

Côte d'Ivoire's economic capital and largest city, often called the 'Paris of West Africa.' A major port city and financial center with modern skyscrapers alongside traditional neighborhoods.

Top Attractions: St. Paul's Cathedral, Plateau district, Banco National Park, Treichville Market, Cocody

About Accra, Ghana

Ghana's capital and largest city, Accra is a vibrant coastal metropolis known for its historical significance in the slave trade and as a center of West African culture and commerce.

Top Attractions: Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park, Jamestown, Labadi Beach, Makola Market, Independence Square

Travel Tips

  • Time Difference: Abidjan is in UTC+0 while Accra is in UTC+0. Plan your communications accordingly.
  • Currency: Abidjan uses West African CFA Franc (XOF) while Accra uses Ghanaian Cedi (GHS). Exchange rates fluctuate, so check current rates before travel.
  • Language: In Abidjan, French is spoken. In Accra, you'll hear English, Akan.
  • Visa Requirements: Check our visa requirements tool for entry requirements between Côte d'Ivoire and Ghana.

Alternative Routes

While the straight-line distance is 424 km, actual flight paths may be longer due to air traffic routes, weather conditions, and航空regulations. Some flights may include stops at major African hubs depending on airline and schedule.

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