Flying from Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) to Accra Airport (ACC): what you need to know
The timezone in Accra is UTC+0, which is five hours ahead of Pittsburgh.
To ensure you get on your PIT to ACC flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Pittsburgh International Airport to Accra Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between PIT and ACC:
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How to find the cheapest flights from Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) to Accra Airport (ACC)
At the moment, £578 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Pittsburgh International Airport to Accra Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is £1,052. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from PIT to ACC if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Pittsburgh International Airport to Accra Airport throughout the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Pittsburgh International Airport to Accra Airport.
Handy information about Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)
You'll find PIT at 1000 Airport Boulevard.
Of all flights leaving Pittsburgh International Airport, 77% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Pittsburgh to Pittsburgh International Airport is approximately 32 kms (20 miles). Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
You can expect a journey time of about 45 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel close to PIT? If you've booked an early flight from Pittsburgh International Airport to Accra Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Accra Airport (ACC)
If you're getting in on a late Pittsburgh International Airport to Accra Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near ACC:
Getting from Accra Airport (ACC) to central Accra
Accra Airport is approximately 10 kms (6 miles) from the centre of Accra. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Accra Airport (ACC)
December is the busiest month for flights from Pittsburgh International Airport to Accra Airport. For smaller crowds, go to Accra in March.
Lock in your flight from Pittsburgh International Airport to Accra Airport for March if you'd like to visit Accra during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 26ºC and 32ºC.
August has average temperatures of between 22ºC and 27ºC. Search for cheap tickets from PIT to ACC around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Ghana
Kumasi is just one of the many places in Ghana waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Accra. Around 193 kms (120 miles) away to the north-west, top sights here include Manhyia Palace, Owabi Wildlife Sanctuary and Ayigya Palace.
If there's time to check out another major destination in Ghana, head for Tamale, roughly 434 kms (270 miles) north of Accra. CENTRE FOR NATIONAL CULTURE, Nyohini Central Mosque and Our Lady of Annunciation Catholic Cathedral are key highlights.
