ACC
Accra
Ghana
4,633 km
2,879 miles
SJZ
Velas
Portugal
Distance
4,633 km
2,879 mi / 2,501 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Accra
Heading
327°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

ACC SJZ
Airport Name Kotoka International Airport Sao Jorge Airport
IATA Code ACC SJZ
ICAO Code DGAA LPSJ
City Accra Velas
Country Ghana Portugal
Timezone Africa/Accra Atlantic/Azores
Elevation 205 ft 311 ft
Coordinates 5.610000, -0.170000 38.670000, -28.180000

Accra (ACC) to Velas (SJZ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kotoka International Airport (ACC) in Accra, Ghana to Sao Jorge Airport (SJZ) in Velas, Portugal is 4,633 kilometers (2,879 miles / 2,501 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying north northwest at a heading of 327°.

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 Portugal. 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 07:19 in Accra, it's 06:19 in Velas.

The return flight from Velas (SJZ) to Accra (ACC) follows a heading of 135° (southeast). 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 Sao Jorge Airport (SJZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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