ACC
Accra
Ghana
8,521 km
5,295 miles
IAD
Washington
United States
Distance
8,521 km
5,295 mi / 4,601 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Africa/Accra
Heading
309°
northwest

Airport Comparison

ACC IAD
Airport Name Kotoka International Airport Washington Dulles International Airport
IATA Code ACC IAD
ICAO Code DGAA KIAD
City Accra Washington
Country Ghana United States
Timezone Africa/Accra America/New_York
Elevation 205 ft 312 ft
Coordinates 5.610000, -0.170000 38.900000, -77.500000

Accra (ACC) to Washington (IAD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kotoka International Airport (ACC) in Accra, Ghana to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) in Washington, United States is 8,521 kilometers (5,295 miles / 4,601 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northwest at a heading of 309°.

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 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 02:37 in Accra, it's 21:37 in Washington. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Washington (IAD) to Accra (ACC) follows a heading of 94° (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 Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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