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Distance from Accra to Luanda

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Accra, Ghana to Luanda, Angola
Distance
2189 km
1360 miles
Flight Time
2h 44m
Direct flight (estimated)
Direction
Southeast
From Accra
Time Difference
1 hour(s)
UTC+0 vs UTC+1

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City Information

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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)
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Luanda

Angola
Population: 8.9 million
Airport: Quatro de Fevereiro Airport (LAD)
Time Zone: UTC+1
Language: Portuguese
Currency: Angolan Kwanza (AOA)

About This Route

The distance between Accra and Luanda is approximately 2189 kilometers (1360 miles) as the crow flies. This is the straight-line distance (great circle distance) calculated using the Haversine formula.

When traveling from Accra (ACC) to Luanda (LAD), you'll be heading southeast. The estimated flight time for a direct flight is approximately 2h 44m, based on an average commercial aircraft cruising speed of 800 km/h (500 mph).

Flight Information

From: Kotoka International Airport (ACC) is the main international gateway serving Accra. The airport code is ACC.

To: Quatro de Fevereiro Airport (LAD) serves Luanda with code LAD.

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 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

About Luanda, Angola

Angola's capital and largest city, Luanda is a major Atlantic port and one of Africa's most expensive cities. Rebuilt after civil war, it showcases Portuguese colonial architecture alongside modern development.

Top Attractions: Fortaleza de São Miguel, Ilha do Cabo, National Museum of Slavery, Miradouro da Lua, Kissama National Park nearby

Travel Tips

  • Time Difference: Accra is in UTC+0 while Luanda is in UTC+1. Plan your communications accordingly.
  • Currency: Accra uses Ghanaian Cedi (GHS) while Luanda uses Angolan Kwanza (AOA). Exchange rates fluctuate, so check current rates before travel.
  • Language: In Accra, English, Akan is spoken. In Luanda, you'll hear Portuguese.
  • Visa Requirements: Check our visa requirements tool for entry requirements between Ghana and Angola.

Alternative Routes

While the straight-line distance is 2189 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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