Flying from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Accra Airport (ACC): what you need to know
Manchester and Accra are in the same timezone, UTC+0.
To ensure you get on your MAN to ACC flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Manchester Airport to Accra Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between MAN and ACC:
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How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Accra Airport (ACC)
£258 is the best price for a one-way Manchester Airport to Accra Airport flight. Return flights start from £559. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from MAN to ACC, book in advance. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in each month when searching for your flight from Manchester Airport to Accra Airport.
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Handy information about Manchester Airport (MAN)
65% of flights taking off from Manchester Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Manchester Airport is around 14 kms (9 miles) from central Manchester. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 20 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near MAN? If you're catching an early flight from Manchester Airport to Accra Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Accra Airport (ACC)
Book a hotel near ACC if you're catching a late Manchester Airport to Accra Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Accra Airport (ACC) to central Accra
From Accra Airport, Accra is approximately 10 kms (6 miles) away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
When to fly to Accra Airport (ACC)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Manchester Airport to Accra Airport. December is the busiest month to visit Accra. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Accra is March, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your flights from Manchester Airport to Accra Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MAN to ACC in August. Average temperatures are between 22ºC and 27ºC then.
Explore more of Ghana
Kumasi is just one of the many places in Ghana waiting to be explored after you've experienced Accra. Around 193 kms (120 miles) away to the north-west, its best attractions include Manhyia Palace, Owabi Wildlife Sanctuary and Ayigya Palace.
Around 434 kms (270 miles) north of Accra, Tamale is another essential stop in Ghana. Experience major highlights starting with CENTRE FOR NATIONAL CULTURE, Nyohini Central Mosque and Our Lady of Annunciation Catholic Cathedral.