The flight distance from Kotoka International Airport (ACC) in Accra, Ghana to Ilopango International Airport (ILS) in San Salvador, El Salvador is 9,747 kilometers (6,057 miles / 5,263 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west northwest at a heading of 284°.

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 El Salvador. 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 06:46 in Accra, it's 00:46 in San Salvador. 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 1,816 feet between the two airports. Ilopango International Airport sits higher than Kotoka International Airport.

The return flight from San Salvador (ILS) to Accra (ACC) follows a heading of 85° (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 Ilopango International Airport (ILS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.