Traveling from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Kotoka International Airport (ACC): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Kotoka International Airport and you'll be traveling for an average of 6 hours 30 minutes.
Accra's timezone is UTC+0, making Accra one hour behind Amsterdam.
Choose from 20 weekly Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Kotoka International Airport flights. The 14:35 departure with KLM is the earliest flight you can take. KLM operates the latest service of the day at 16:20.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your AMS to ACC flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Traveling during a peak month like June? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Getting to Accra (and then seeing more of Ghana!) is a breeze with KLM. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Kotoka International Airport.
KLM is the top choice for travelers on this route.
KLM is the most punctual carrier operating AMS to ACC flights.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Kotoka International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between AMS and ACC include:
London Gatwick Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Kotoka International Airport (ACC)
$324 is the lowest price for a one-way Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Kotoka International Airport flight. A return flight starts at $587. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
Book six months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from AMS to ACC.
The cheapest month for flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Kotoka International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from AMS to ACC.
Lock in the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Kotoka International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
67.93% of flights that depart Amsterdam Airport Schiphol reach their destination on schedule.
Central Amsterdam to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is approximately 14 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to AMS? If you're boarding an early flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Kotoka International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Kotoka International Airport (ACC)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on an Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Kotoka International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near ACC instead:
Venture beyond Accra and discover places that don't make every travel guide with your own set of wheels. You can grab a Kotoka International Airport rental car from Avis.
Give yourself a better shot at snagging a great deal by booking as early as possible. Reserving your vehicle from Kotoka International Airport at least a couple of weeks in advance is a wise move.
Getting from Kotoka International Airport (ACC) to central Accra
From Kotoka International Airport, Accra is approximately 4 miles away. It takes around 10 minutes to drive to the center.
When to fly to Kotoka International Airport (ACC)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Kotoka International Airport. June is the most popular month to visit Accra. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
When reserving your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Kotoka International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Accra, with temperatures ranging from 79ºF to 90ºF.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from AMS to ACC in August. Temperatures average between 72ºF and 81ºF then.
Explore more of Ghana
You've visited Accra, now it's time to explore other parts of Ghana. Travel around 120 miles north-west to Kumasi to tick off its leading attractions. From Manhyia Palace Museum to Manhyia Palace and Kumasi Fort - Ghana Armed Forces Museum, your itinerary will be busy.
Tamale is another well-known destination in Ghana and is around 270 miles north of Accra. No journey is complete without a visit to Kaladan Park, North Breeze Farms Tamale and VRA /NEDCo Club house.
