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How long is the flight from New York to Accra?

JFKNew York
ACCAccra
Flight Time
9 h 39 min
Distance
8,231km

5,114 miles

Departure
01:49
Arrival
15:28
From

JFKNew York

John F Kennedy International Airport

Departure 01:49 · America/New_York

To

ACCAccra

Kotoka International Airport

Arrival 15:28 · Africa/Accra

Route Details

The flight from John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York to Kotoka International Airport (ACC) in Accra covers a distance of approximately 8,231 kilometers (5,114 miles).

Direct flights typically take around 9 h 39 min, though actual flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, and air traffic.

Time Zone Information

Departure Time Zone
America/New_York
Arrival Time Zone
Africa/Accra

Flight times shown account for local time zones at departure and arrival airports.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the flight from New York to Accra?

A direct flight from New York to Accra takes around 9 h 39 min. Actual flight times vary with the aircraft type, the weather conditions and air traffic.

What is the distance from New York to Accra?

The distance from New York to Accra is about 8,231 kilometers (5,114 miles) as the crow flies.

Is there a direct flight from New York to Accra?

Where the route is served nonstop, the flight takes around 9 h 39 min. On an itinerary with a connection, add the time spent on the ground at the layover airport.

Return Flight

Travelling the other way? Check the flight time from Accra to New York.