Airport Comparison
Accra (ACC) to Punta Arenas (BAI) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Kotoka International Airport (ACC) in Accra, Ghana to Buenos Aires Airport (BAI) in Punta Arenas, Costa Rica is 9,160 kilometers (5,692 miles / 4,946 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west at a heading of 279°.
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 Costa Rica. 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 10:44 in Accra, it's 04:44 in Punta Arenas. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,009 feet between the two airports. Buenos Aires Airport sits higher than Kotoka International Airport.
The return flight from Punta Arenas (BAI) to Accra (ACC) follows a heading of 86° (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 Buenos Aires Airport (BAI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.