Travelling from Accra Kotoka International Airport (ACC) to Philadelphia: what you need to know
Philadelphia is five hours behind Accra, where Accra Kotoka International Airport is located. Philadelphia runs on the UTC-5 timezone.
Leave enough time to catch your ACC to Philadelphia flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from ACC to Philadelphia with a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
ACC is around 6 kilometres from central Accra. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Accra Kotoka International Airport to Philadelphia? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to ACC:
64% of flights that leave from Accra Kotoka International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Accra Kotoka International Airport (ACC) to Philadelphia
The best price we've found for a one-way Accra Kotoka International Airport to Philadelphia flight is ₹ 76,785. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 99,822. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to land cheap flights from ACC to Philadelphia if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Accra Kotoka International Airport to Philadelphia throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
The distance from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to central Philadelphia is roughly 18 kilometres. It takes about 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes around 30 minutes to get there using public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Accra Kotoka International Airport to Philadelphia. Stay at one of these accommodation options near PHL instead:
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Philadelphia International Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from ACC to Philadelphia.
PHL is located at 8500 Essington Ave.
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
Central Philadelphia is about 48 kilometres from Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN). After your flight from Accra Kotoka International Airport to Philadelphia has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of about 40 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 1 hour 35 minutes or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to TTN. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your ACC to Philadelphia flight:
Avoid paying extra. Booking your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at TTN can get you a lower rate.
You can find Trenton-Mercer Airport at Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
Best time to go to Philadelphia
December is the quietest month for flights from Accra Kotoka International Airport to Philadelphia, while July is the most popular. Work out the best time to go to Philadelphia based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your Accra Kotoka International Airport to Philadelphia plane ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Philadelphia, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC to 32ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -7ºC and 9ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from ACC to Philadelphia around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Philadelphia
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Philadelphia right here. Browse these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Accra Kotoka International Airport to Philadelphia:
Liberty Bell and Independence Hall are just the start of the top-rated attractions to add to your Philadelphia itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Philadelphia, now it's time to explore other corners of the United States. Journey around 129 kilometres northeast to New York to check off its top sights. From Central Park to Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 434 kilometres northeast of Philadelphia, Boston is another essential stop in the United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Freedom Trail and USS Constitution Museum.
