The flight distance from Kotoka International Airport (ACC) in Accra, Ghana to Thomas C Russell Field (ALX) in Alexander City, United States is 9,277 kilometers (5,764 miles / 5,009 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west northwest at a heading of 303°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting Ghana with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 23:51 in Accra, it's 18:51 in Alexander City. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Alexander City (ALX) to Accra (ACC) follows a heading of 88° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Kotoka International Airport (ACC) and Thomas C Russell Field (ALX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.