How long is the flight from South Africa to Ghana?

Flight times from South Africa to Ghana vary, but if you’re flying out of Johannesburg OR Tambo and flying into Accra Kotoka (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 6h 05m on average. Another popular route from South Africa to Ghana is flying from Cape Town Intl to Accra Kotoka, which will take roughly 15h. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

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RwandAir

Jan 22

JNB

21h 30m

1 stop

ACC

Jan 30

ACC

11h 00m

1 stop

JNB

R8 588

RwandAir

Jan 20

JNB

21h 30m

1 stop

ACC

Jan 28

ACC

11h 00m

1 stop

JNB

R8 621

Ethiopian Air

Jan 22

JNB

14h 20m

1 stop

ACC

Feb 1

ACC

12h 05m

1 stop

JNB

R8 720

Ethiopian Air

Jan 19

JNB

12h 45m

1 stop

ACC

Jan 28

ACC

13h 35m

1 stop

JNB

R8 753

Ethiopian Air

Jan 21

JNB

14h 20m

1 stop

ACC

Jan 30

ACC

12h 05m

1 stop

JNB

R8 769

South African

Jan 25

JNB

6h 05m

ACC

Feb 1

ACC

5h 55m

JNB

R8 803

South African

Feb 25

JNB

6h 05m

ACC

Mar 17

ACC

5h 55m

JNB

R8 819

South African

Jan 20

JNB

6h 05m

ACC

Jan 23

ACC

5h 55m

JNB

R8 836

Ethiopian Air

Jan 26

JNB

12h 45m

1 stop

ACC

Feb 11

ACC

13h 35m

1 stop

JNB

R8 852

Ethiopian Air

Jan 22

JNB

16h 45m

1 stop

ACC

Feb 1

ACC

12h 05m

1 stop

JNB

R8 869

Kenya Airways

Jan 25

JNB

23h 40m

1 stop

ACC

Feb 8

ACC

15h 50m

1 stop

JNB

R9 001

Kenya Airways

Jan 25

JNB

23h 40m

1 stop

ACC

Feb 1

ACC

10h 55m

1 stop

JNB

R9 017

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16:50 - 12:20

JNB

ACC

21h 30m1 stop

13:20 - 2:20

ACC

JNB

11h 00m1 stop

R8 588RwandAir

Thu, Jan 22 - Fri, Jan 30

23:00 - 11:20

JNB

ACC

14h 20m1 stop

6:05 - 20:10

ACC

JNB

12h 05m1 stop

R8 720Ethiopian Air

Thu, Jan 22 - Sun, Feb 1

23:00 - 11:20

JNB

ACC

14h 20m1 stop

6:05 - 20:10

ACC

JNB

12h 05m1 stop

R8 769Ethiopian Air

Wed, Jan 21 - Fri, Jan 30

14:55 - 19:00

JNB

ACC

6h 05mdirect

20:30 - 4:25

ACC

JNB

5h 55mdirect

R8 803South African

Sun, Jan 25 - Sun, Feb 1

10:55 - 15:00

JNB

ACC

6h 05mdirect

20:15 - 4:10

ACC

JNB

5h 55mdirect

R8 836South African

Tue, Jan 20 - Sat, Jan 31

17:00 - 14:40

JNB

ACC

23h 40m1 stop

22:00 - 15:50

ACC

JNB

15h 50m1 stop

R9 001Kenya Airways

Sun, Jan 25 - Sun, Feb 8

17:00 - 14:40

JNB

ACC

23h 40m1 stop

22:00 - 10:55

ACC

JNB

10h 55m1 stop

R9 017Kenya Airways

Sun, Jan 25 - Sun, Feb 1

9:00 - 19:00

CPT

ACC

12h 00m1 stop

21:30 - 13:35

ACC

CPT

14h 05m2 stops

R14 451Multiple Airlines

Wed, Feb 18 - Wed, Feb 18

19:35 - 15:00

CPT

ACC

21h 25m1 stop

21:30 - 23:35

ACC

CPT

24h 05m2 stops

R14 748Multiple Airlines

Fri, Jan 23 - Mon, Jan 26

17:15 - 19:50

CPT

ACC

28h 35m1 stop

21:00 - 14:35

ACC

CPT

39h 35m2 stops

R15 128Turkish Airlines

Tue, Feb 3 - Sat, Feb 21

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JohannesburgAccra

JNB - ACC

JNBACC

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/1

16:50-12:20

1 stop21h 30m

Accra Kotoka

Fri 30/1

13:20-2:20

1 stop11h 00m

R8 588

JohannesburgAccra

JNB - ACC

JNBACC

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/1

23:00-11:20

1 stop14h 20m

Accra Kotoka

Sun 1/2

6:05-20:10

1 stop12h 05m

R8 720

JohannesburgAccra

JNB - ACC

JNBACC

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 21/1

23:00-11:20

1 stop14h 20m

Accra Kotoka

Fri 30/1

6:05-20:10

1 stop12h 05m

R8 769

JohannesburgAccra

JNB - ACC

JNBACC

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 25/1

14:55-19:00

Nonstop6h 05m

Accra Kotoka

Sun 1/2

20:30-4:25

Nonstop5h 55m

R8 803

JohannesburgAccra

JNB - ACC

JNBACC

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/1

10:55-15:00

Nonstop6h 05m

Accra Kotoka

Sat 31/1

20:15-4:10

Nonstop5h 55m

R8 836

JohannesburgAccra

JNB - ACC

JNBACC

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 25/1

17:00-14:40

1 stop23h 40m

Accra Kotoka

Sun 8/2

22:00-15:50

1 stop15h 50m

R9 001

JohannesburgAccra

JNB - ACC

JNBACC

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 25/1

17:00-14:40

1 stop23h 40m

Accra Kotoka

Sun 1/2

22:00-10:55

1 stop10h 55m

R9 017

Cape TownAccra

CPT - ACC

CPTACC

Cape Town Intl

Wed 18/2

9:00-19:00

1 stop12h 00m

Accra Kotoka

Wed 18/2

21:30-13:35

2 stops14h 05m

R14 451

Cape TownAccra

CPT - ACC

CPTACC

Cape Town Intl

Fri 23/1

19:35-15:00

1 stop21h 25m

Accra Kotoka

Mon 26/1

21:30-23:35

2 stops24h 05m

R14 748

Cape TownAccra

CPT - ACC

CPTACC

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/2

17:15-19:50

1 stop28h 35m

Accra Kotoka

Sat 21/2

21:00-14:35

2 stops39h 35m

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What is the cheapest flight to Ghana?

If you are looking to fly to Ghana for less, look to airlines like AWA, Air Peace, and RwandAir, with prices starting at R2 707, R4 825, and R7 345 respectively.

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Summary info about Ghana flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	R4 410
Best Round-Trip Price	R8 588
Fastest flight time	11h 10m
Popular in	March

The best one-way flight price to Ghana from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R4 410 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Accra Kotoka).

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The best round-trip flight price to Ghana from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R8 588 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Accra Kotoka).

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The fastest flight to Ghana from South Africa takes 11h 10m (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Accra Kotoka).

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March has the highest demand for flights to Ghana, with a 3% price increase on average.

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Frequently asked questions about flying to Ghana

Which airlines fly to Ghana?

You can find flights to Ghana from 7 airlines. If you’re unsure which to fly with, consider booking your flight with South African, Kenya Airways or Ethiopian Air as these are the most popular among our users. South African is the most favoured with 37% of momondo travellers booking flights with this airline.

What is the most popular airport in Ghana to fly to?

Accra Kotoka is the most popular airport in Ghana to fly to, with 96% of all users travelling to Ghana opting to take a flight into this airport. If you’re interested in staying in Accra, which is the city in Ghana that is closest to Accra Kotoka, then be sure to check momondo for cheap flight deals.

How much are flights to Ghana?

Flights to Ghana have been found on momondo for as low as R5 318 per ticket recently. However, the average price tends to be R9 269 and anything for R7 453 or less is a good deal. R38 254 is the most expensive flight we’ve seen in the past week, though you may be able to avoid this price depending on what airport you fly from, what airline you choose, and how far in advance you book your flights.

What is the best day of the week to fly to Ghana?

Friday is the best day of the week to fly to Ghana based on flight prices. Wednesday is another affordable option. If you are looking to save money on flights to Ghana, then try to avoid flying out on a Tuesday since this is when prices are at their highest.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Ghana?

Prices for flights to Ghana are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Ghana?

There are 11 operators available for flights to Ghana as of January 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly to Ghana?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel to Ghana.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Ghana?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Ghana trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Ghana?

To find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo gathers a range of flights from a large pool of different airlines and agents; you can then use our insights and filters to find and book the right flight to Ghana.

Can I find flights to Ghana with flexible booking policies on momondo?

All flight searches to Ghana on momondo can be filtered to show those which offer flexible booking policies.

How can momondo help me find flights to Ghana?

momondo offers useful filters to help you find the right flight. Choose specific flight times, airports or even what payment method you prefer. We have numerous options to help you book your ideal flight to Ghana.

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