Accra to Cairo (ACC–CAI) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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  Flight Airline AC Dep Arr Dur OTP Sched  
EY4966
EY Etihad
789
1:35 PM
GMT T3
9:05 PM
EET
5h 30m
M T W T F S S
Prices
MS882
MS Egyptair
738
1:35 PM
GMT T3
9:05 PM
EET
5h 30m
M T W T F S S
Prices
EY4967
EY Etihad
789
8:20 AM
EET T3
12:40 PM
GMT
6h 20m
M T W T F S S
Prices
MS881
MS Egyptair
738
8:20 AM
EET T3
12:40 PM
GMT
6h 20m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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Accra to Cairo
2 carriers, 8 flights/week nonstop.
2 Airlines 8 Flights/wk 2,661 mi 5h 30m nonstop +2h ahead 16 1-stop hubs

ACC–CAI is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Etihad Airways and Egyptair lead the route. The flight covers 2,661 miles in approximately 5h 30m. Beyond nonstop, 16 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop ACC–CAI service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
EY Etihad Airways 4 789 5h30
MS Egyptair 4 738 5h30 Star Alliance
Aircraft on this route
738 Boeing 737-800 – MS
789 Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner – EY
Alliance coverage
Unaffiliated: EY (4 flights/wk, 50%)
Star Alliance: MS (4 flights/wk, 50%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, ACC to CAI direction.
Mon
2
flights
Tue
0
flights
Wed
2
flights
Thu
0
flights
Fri
2
flights
Sat
2
flights
Sun
0
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
2
Nonstop flights
8
Outbound / wk
8
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for ACC to CAI.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
16
Hubs
~7h
Fastest
~43h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
758
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+2h
Cairo is 2 hours ahead of Accra.
ACC: GMT · CAI: EET

When it's 6:00 PM in Accra, it's 8:00 PM in Cairo.
Distance & Flight Time
2,661 mi / 4,282 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 5h 30m.
Getting from CAI

Uber and Careem are the easiest exit. Order from the app inside the terminal and meet the driver at the designated pickup zone outside arrivals. Expect EGP 100-200 to downtown (Tahrir Square, Zamalek, Garden City) and 45-60 minutes in normal traffic. Prices are dynamic, highest between 22:00-02:00 and 06:00-11:00. Yellow metered taxis queue at the rank; drivers will quote EGP 400-500 but the metered fare is EGP 150-300.

CTA public buses 356 and 400 run to central Cairo (EGP 5) but are infrequent and packed. Airport shuttle buses serve major hotels for EGP 25-50. Metro Line 3 does not yet reach the airport; the extension is planned but not operational. Rental car offices are in Terminal 3 arrivals. Traffic in Cairo is aggressive by any standard, so first-time visitors may prefer ride-hail over self-driving.

Cairo Climate

Cairo is desert. Rain totals about 25mm for the entire year, almost all of it falling in December and January. Summers (May-October) are hot and dry with highs of 34-38 degrees C and relentless sunshine. July and August are the peak, though low humidity makes shade feel meaningful. Winters (December-February) are mild and sunny at 14-20 degrees C during the day, dropping to 8-10 degrees C at night.

The Khamsin wind arrives in spring (March-May), carrying Saharan sand and pushing temperatures above 40 degrees C for several days at a stretch. Visibility drops and sand gets into everything. Autumn (October-November) is warm and settled, making it the most pleasant travel window along with winter. Pack sunscreen and light clothing for summer. Winter evenings need a light jacket. Bring a scarf or face covering if visiting during Khamsin season.

ACC–CAI Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Accra to Cairo route.
Route details
Distance2,661 mi / 4,282 km
Flight time5h 30m
Time difference+2 hours
Airlines (nonstop)2
Weekly flights8 out / 8 return
1-stop connections16 hubs
Origin: ACC
IATA / ICAOACC / DGAA
TimezoneAfrica/Accra
Passengers/yr3.4M
Elevation205 ft / 62 m
Destination: CAI
IATA / ICAOCAI / HECA
TimezoneAfrica/Cairo
Passengers/yr29.0M
Elevation322 ft / 98 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about ACC to CAI flights.
Nonstop flights from Kotoka International Airport to Cairo International Airport take approximately 5h 30m. The route covers 2,661 miles.
2 airlines operate nonstop service: Etihad Airways and Egyptair.
There are approximately 8 nonstop flights per week from ACC to CAI. The return direction has about 8 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through LOS, CMN, FCO, LHR, ABJ, BEY, IST, AMS, BRU, DXB, ADD, DOH, IAD, JNB, NBO and JFK. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Cairo is 2 hours ahead of Accra.
Yes, return flights from CAI to ACC are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from ACC to CAI

Kotoka International Airport (ACC) and Cairo International Airport (CAI) are connected by nonstop service from Etihad Airways and Egyptair. With 8 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

ACC to CAI Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from ACC to CAI ranges from 5 hours 30 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,661 miles (4,282 km). There are approximately 8 weekly flights outbound and 8 return, totaling 16 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

16 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 7 hours via LOS. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.