ACC
Accra
Ghana
8,258 km
5,132 miles
SWF
New York
United States
Distance
8,258 km
5,132 mi / 4,459 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Africa/Accra
Heading
312°
northwest

Airport Comparison

ACC SWF
Airport Name Kotoka International Airport New York Stewart International Airport
IATA Code ACC SWF
ICAO Code DGAA KSWF
City Accra New York
Country Ghana United States
Timezone Africa/Accra America/New_York
Elevation 205 ft 491 ft
Coordinates 5.610000, -0.170000 41.500000, -74.100000

Accra (ACC) to New York (SWF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kotoka International Airport (ACC) in Accra, Ghana to New York Stewart International Airport (SWF) in New York, United States is 8,258 kilometers (5,132 miles / 4,459 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northwest at a heading of 312°.

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 21:07 in Accra, it's 16:07 in New York. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from New York (SWF) to Accra (ACC) follows a heading of 97° (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 New York Stewart International Airport (SWF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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