Flying from Chicago to Kotoka International Airport (ACC): What you need to know
Chicago is home to two main airports where you can kick off your trip. Check out your options for booking a flight from Chicago to Kotoka International Airport (ACC) leaving from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
Accra is five hours ahead of Chicago. Kotoka International Airport is located in Accra, which follows the UTC+0 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to board your flight from Chicago to ACC.
High season means busier airports, so aim to get there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stick to your schedule.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
We make it a piece of cake to book cheap flights from Chicago to ACC with a stopover. To explore your options departing from O'Hare International Airport (ORD), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between ORD and ACC include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Brussels Airport (BRU)
ORD is around 40 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 55 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to O'Hare International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Chicago to Kotoka International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Of all flights departing from O'Hare International Airport, 74.85% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
MDW is about 19 kilometres from central Chicago. It'll take you 20 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Catching the earliest flight? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Chicago Midway International Airport the day before your Chicago to ACC flight:
77.88% of flights departing Chicago Midway International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
The journey time to RFD from central Chicago is around 4 hours 15 minutes on public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you about 1 hour 25 minutes to cover the 137 kilometres or so.
Relax in bed for a little longer and still make your Chicago to Kotoka International Airport flight with time to spare. These accommodation options near Chicago Rockford International Airport make departure day effortless if you're flying out early:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights arrive as expected. At RFD, that rate is 76.19%.
You'll find Chicago Rockford International Airport at 2 Airport Cir.
About Kotoka International Airport (ACC)
Have a late flight from Chicago to Kotoka International Airport? Don't let it leave you bleary-eyed. Stay at one of these hotels near ACC and turn out the lights sooner:
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Kotoka International Airport (ACC)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Kotoka International Airport is $827. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,155. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Chicago to ACC. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
Affordable Chicago to Kotoka International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across each month and then choose the cheapest day.
Snapping up a cheap plane ticket from Chicago to ACC is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when there's a price drop.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Chicago to Kotoka International Airport.
The best time to fly from Chicago to Kotoka International Airport (ACC)
June is when most people book flights from Chicago to Kotoka International Airport (ACC). Plan your visit to Accra in February for a more low-key escape.
The warmest month in Accra is March, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your Chicago to ACC plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
August sees temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Chicago to Kotoka International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Accra
Start your Accra trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Chicago to Kotoka International Airport, browse our range of hotels including:
National Museum of Ghana and VISIT GHANA are just two of the top attractions to add to your Accra itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Osu Castle.
Explore more of Ghana
Kumasi is just one of the many places in Ghana waiting to be discovered once you've seen Accra. Around 193 kilometres away to the north-west, its best attractions include Kumasi, Manhyia Palace and DONYINA DURBAR GROUNDS.
Takoradi is another must-experience destination in Ghana and is around 193 kilometres south-west of Accra. No trip is complete without a visit to Public Beach Takoradi, All Saints Anglican Church, Takoradi and Presbyterian Church.
