Flying to Accra
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Johannesburg (JNB)
about 6 hours · Non-stop or one stop
R 2 466 ×3
R 7 397 all in
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Best time to fly
Weather, crowds and fares move together in Accra. These are the trade-offs.
November to March
Dry season and the most comfortable window, with harmattan haze possible in December and January.
April to July
Main wet season — humid with heavy rain, peaking around June.
August to October
A drier interlude followed by shorter rains.
Before you go
Visa in advance
Required for South African passport holders. Apply well ahead.
Yellow fever
Proof of vaccination is required for entry. Carry the certificate.
Malaria
A malaria area. Take medical advice on prophylaxis before travelling.
Cape Coast
The slave forts are around three hours west and usually done as an overnight rather than a day trip.
About Accra
Accra is Ghana's capital, on the Gulf of Guinea, and has become one of West Africa's more approachable destinations — a strong arts and music scene, decent infrastructure and a reputation for being welcoming.
The coastal forts at Cape Coast and Elmina, roughly three hours west, are UNESCO World Heritage sites and among the most significant surviving sites of the transatlantic slave trade.
Getting in from the airport
Kotoka International (ACC) is unusually central — about 10 km from downtown, typically 20 to 40 minutes depending on traffic. Ride-hailing operates in Accra and is widely used.
Entry requirements for South African passport holders
Ghana requires South African passport holders to obtain a visa before travelling. Arrange it well in advance and confirm current requirements with the Ghanaian High Commission.
Entry rules change. Confirm the current requirements with the destination's embassy or consulate before you travel — this page is a guide, not an authority.
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