ACC
Accra
Ghana
5,601 km
3,481 miles
GLA
Glasgow
United Kingdom
Distance
5,601 km
3,481 mi / 3,025 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Accra
Heading
357°
north

Airport Comparison

ACC GLA
Airport Name Kotoka International Airport Glasgow International Airport
IATA Code ACC GLA
ICAO Code DGAA EGPF
City Accra Glasgow
Country Ghana United Kingdom
Timezone Africa/Accra Europe/London
Elevation 205 ft 26 ft
Coordinates 5.610000, -0.170000 55.870000, -4.430000

Accra (ACC) to Glasgow (GLA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kotoka International Airport (ACC) in Accra, Ghana to Glasgow International Airport (GLA) in Glasgow, United Kingdom is 5,601 kilometers (3,481 miles / 3,025 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying north at a heading of 357°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

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

Time zone information: When it's 17:30 in Accra, it's 17:30 in Glasgow.

The return flight from Glasgow (GLA) to Accra (ACC) follows a heading of 174° (south). 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 Glasgow International Airport (GLA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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