Airport Comparison
Accra (ACC) to Vava'u Island (VAV) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Kotoka International Airport (ACC) in Accra, Ghana to Vava'u International Airport (VAV) in Vava'u Island, Tonga is 18,422 kilometers (11,447 miles / 9,947 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 23h, flying south southwest at a heading of 204°.
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 Tonga. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 23:18 in Accra, it's 12:18 in Vava'u Island. With a 13-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
The return flight from Vava'u Island (VAV) to Accra (ACC) follows a heading of 154° (south 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 Vava'u International Airport (VAV) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.