Travelling from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Kotoka International Airport (ACC): what you need to know
Accra is two hours behind Helsinki and follows the UTC+0 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to catch your HEL to ACC flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
If you want to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Kotoka International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between HEL and ACC:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Brussels Airport
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Kotoka International Airport (ACC)
ج.م. 14,618 is currently the best price for a one-way Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Kotoka International Airport flight. A return flight starts at ج.م. 36,515. These prices can change depending on availability.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from HEL to ACC if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
Getting cheap flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Kotoka International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices throughout the month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
When it comes to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport's on-time performance, 60.23% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Helsinki. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Kotoka International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to HEL:
Arriving at Kotoka International Airport (ACC)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Kotoka International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near ACC instead:
Enjoy the freedom to roam with a Kotoka International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Avis to explore Accra and beyond.
To get the lowest possible price, book your ride from Kotoka International Airport a few weeks in advance. Prices usually increase closer to your departure date.
Getting from Kotoka International Airport (ACC) to central Accra
From Kotoka International Airport, Accra is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Kotoka International Airport (ACC)
June is the most popular month for flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Kotoka International Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Accra in February.
The warmest month in Accra is March, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Kotoka International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from HEL to ACC in August if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 22ºC and 27ºC on average.
Explore more of Ghana
Accra has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Ghana you'll want to see. About 193 kilometres north-west of Accra, a visit to Kumasi will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Manhyia Palace Museum, Manhyia Palace and Kumasi Fort - Ghana Armed Forces Museum.
Around 434 kilometres north of Accra, Tamale is another essential stop in Ghana. Experience major highlights starting with Kaladan Park, North Breeze Farms Tamale and VRA /NEDCo Club house.
