Accra (Kotoka International Airport)

Airport Details

Airport Code

ACC

Full Airport name

Accra (Kotoka International Airport)

Address

KA PMB 36, KIA, Accra, Ghana

Country Dialing Prefix

233

Telephone

0302 776 171.

Website

www.ghanaairports.com.gh

Number of Terminals

1

Time Zone

GMT

Airport Information

Location

The airport is situated 10km (6 miles) north of Accra city center.

Airport News

Accra Airport is undergoing a continuing program of upgrades and improvements.

Driving Directions

From Accra city center, head north following the signs for the airport.

Car Hire

Several car hire companies are represented at the airport, with booths outside the arrivals hall. These include Avis and Europcar (chauffeur-driven cars only).

Public Transport

Taxi: Metered or shared taxis are the only form of transportation available. Metered taxis can be found at Car Park 2, close to the Arrivals ext from the terminal. You can get a taxi from the airport to Nkrumah Circle or Osu for under £2, but be prepared to haggle for the fare. Journey time to central Accra is 25 to 55 minutes according to traffic.

Car Parking

Around 1,000 spaces are available in 24-hour car parks at the airport.

Information and Help Desks

There is an airport information desk in the arrival hall, along with a Ghana Tourist Information counter.

Airport Facilities

Money and communications: A post office and bureau de change are available. Several ATMs are available in the terminal and Wi-Fi Internet access is available in the Departures area. Card phones are located at several points throughout the terminal; cards are available from the post office and some shops.
Eating and drinking: Facilities include a bar, restaurants and food kiosks.
Shopping: There are a few shops in the terminal, including duty-free.

Conference and Business Facilities

A business center in the domestic flights area provides communications and secretarial services. The Ghana Airways’ Akwaaba Lounge is available for the airline's first and business class passengers. The State Protocol Lounge is for use by senior government officials/diplomats and VIPs. Business and conference facilities are available at the Golden Tulip Accra and the Holiday Inn (see Hotels). Wi-Fi Internet access is available in Departures.

Facilities for Disabled Travelers

These are limited. Contact your airline for further information and assistance.