Travelling from Chicago to Accra Kotoka International Airport (ACC): What you need to know
Accra Kotoka International Airport is located in Accra. The city is in the UTC+0 timezone and is six hours ahead of Chicago.
To ensure you get on your flight from Chicago to ACC, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
If you're travelling during a popular month like July, make your way to the airport even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer during holiday periods like Thanksgiving and Christmas.
Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even visit a new city. When searching for cheap flights from Chicago to ACC departing from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Your journey might pause in:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Brussels Airport (BRU)
The journey from central Chicago to ORD takes around 45 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 27 kms (17 miles) in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Chicago to Accra Kotoka International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by choosing one of these stays near Chicago O'Hare International Airport:
Of the departures from Chicago O'Hare International Airport, 70% touch down on time at their destination.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
MDW is around 16 kms (10 miles) from central Chicago. It'll take 25 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 30 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Chicago to ACC flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Chicago Midway International Airport:
76% of flights out of Chicago Midway International Airport arrive according to schedule.
The street address for MDW is 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
From central Chicago, RFD is around 145 kms (90 miles) away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to get to the airport by car and 2 hours or so if you use public transport.
Make departure day worry-free — stay close to Chicago Rockford International Airport and know you'll make it to your boarding gate with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Chicago to Accra Kotoka International Airport flight:
Flights departing from RFD land at their destination within the expected time frame 71% of the time.
You'll find Chicago Rockford International Airport at 2 Airport Cir.
About Accra Kotoka International Airport (ACC)
Have a late flight from Chicago to Accra Kotoka International Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Check in to one of these hotels near ACC and turn in quicker:
Getting from Accra Kotoka International Airport (ACC) to central Accra
Accra Kotoka International Airport is around 10 kms (6 miles) from the centre of Accra. It takes around 20 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
It typically takes 35 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Accra Kotoka International Airport (ACC)
£506 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Accra Kotoka International Airport. Return flights start at £889. These prices can change depending on availability.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Chicago to ACC. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
Affordable Chicago to Accra Kotoka International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across the month and then choose the cheapest day.
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Filters make it easier to scoop up a deal on your flight from Chicago to Accra Kotoka International Airport. Choose the departure times, carriers and stops that make sense for you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the best price quickly.
The best time to fly from Chicago to Accra Kotoka International Airport (ACC)
August is when most people book flights from Chicago to Accra Kotoka International Airport (ACC). Visit Accra in December if you prefer a quieter experience.
The warmest month in Accra is March, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your Chicago to ACC plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from Chicago to Accra Kotoka International Airport in August if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC and 27ºC.
More about Accra
Start your Accra trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Chicago to Accra Kotoka International Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
National Museum of Ghana and Osu Castle are just the start of the top attractions to add to your Accra must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Labadi Pleasure Beach.
Explore more of Ghana
Kumasi is just one of the many places in Ghana waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Accra. Around 193 kms (120 miles) away to the northwest, well-known attractions include Manhyia Palace, Owabi Wildlife Sanctuary and Ayigya Palace.
Another worthwhile stop in Ghana, Takoradi is located about 193 kms (120 miles) southwest of Accra. Plan to visit highlights including Public Beach Takoradi.
