Travelling from Accra Airport (ACC) to Cape Town Airport (CPT): what you need to know
The timezone in Cape Town is UTC+2, which is two hours ahead of Accra.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your ACC to CPT flight.
During popular months such as December, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Accra Airport to Cape Town Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between ACC and CPT:
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Accra Airport (ACC) to Cape Town Airport (CPT)
$704 is the best price for a one-way Accra Airport to Cape Town Airport flight. A return flight starts from $1,086. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
To find cheap tickets from ACC to CPT, book early. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
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Handy information about Accra Airport (ACC)
64% of flights that depart Accra Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Accra Airport is around 10 kilometres from central Accra. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of about 35 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel close to ACC? If you're boarding an early flight from Accra Airport to Cape Town Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Cape Town Airport (CPT)
If you're coming in on a late Accra Airport to Cape Town Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these options near CPT:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Cape Town Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Carwiz or First - Car Rental and experience the lesser-explored corners of Cape Town and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Cape Town Airport around one week in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Cape Town Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town
Cape Town Airport is roughly 19 kilometres from the centre of Cape Town. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 35 minutes.
When to fly to Cape Town Airport (CPT)
November is the most popular month for flights from Accra Airport to Cape Town Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Cape Town in March.
Book your flight from Accra Airport to Cape Town Airport for February if you'd like to explore Cape Town during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ACC to CPT in July. Temperatures average between 6ºC (43ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF) then.
Explore more of South Africa
You've done Cape Town, now it's time to discover more of South Africa. Journey around 56 kilometres north-east to Paarl to check off its must-visit sights. From Zandwijk Wines to Paarl Mountain Nature Reserve and Landskroon Wines, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Worcester is another essential stop in South Africa and is around 97 kilometres east of Cape Town. No journey is complete without seeing Karoo Desert Garden, Kleinplasie Living Open Air Museum and Beck House Museum.