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Distance from Johannesburg to Accra

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Johannesburg, South Africa to Accra, Ghana
Distance
4666 km
2899 miles
Flight Time
5h 50m
Direct flight (estimated)
Direction
Northwest
From Johannesburg
Time Difference
2 hour(s)
UTC+2 vs UTC+0

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City Information

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Johannesburg

South Africa
Population: 5.8 million
Airport: O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Time Zone: UTC+2
Language: English, Zulu, Afrikaans
Currency: South African Rand (ZAR)
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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 Johannesburg and Accra is approximately 4666 kilometers (2899 miles) as the crow flies. This is the straight-line distance (great circle distance) calculated using the Haversine formula.

When traveling from Johannesburg (JNB) to Accra (ACC), you'll be heading northwest. The estimated flight time for a direct flight is approximately 5h 50m, based on an average commercial aircraft cruising speed of 800 km/h (500 mph).

Flight Information

From: O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is the main international gateway serving Johannesburg. The airport code is JNB.

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 Johannesburg, South Africa

South Africa's largest city and economic center, Johannesburg is known for its gold mining heritage and as a major financial hub. The city played a crucial role in South Africa's anti-apartheid struggle.

Top Attractions: Apartheid Museum, Soweto, Constitution Hill, Gold Reef City, Cradle of Humankind

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: Johannesburg is in UTC+2 while Accra is in UTC+0. Plan your communications accordingly.
  • Currency: Johannesburg uses South African Rand (ZAR) while Accra uses Ghanaian Cedi (GHS). Exchange rates fluctuate, so check current rates before travel.
  • Language: In Johannesburg, English, Zulu, Afrikaans is spoken. In Accra, you'll hear English, Akan.
  • Visa Requirements: Check our visa requirements tool for entry requirements between South Africa and Ghana.

Alternative Routes

While the straight-line distance is 4666 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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