Airport Comparison
Accra (ACC) to Grand Canyon (GCN) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Kotoka International Airport (ACC) in Accra, Ghana to Grand Canyon Ntl Park Airport (GCN) in Grand Canyon, United States is 11,579 kilometers (7,195 miles / 6,252 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying northwest at a heading of 309°.
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 11:36 in Accra, it's 04:36 in Grand Canyon. With a 7-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 6,404 feet between the two airports. Grand Canyon Ntl Park Airport sits higher than Kotoka International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Grand Canyon (GCN) to Accra (ACC) follows a heading of 72° (east northeast). 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 Grand Canyon Ntl Park Airport (GCN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.