Accra to New York (ACC–JFK) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
ACC–JFK is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Delta Air Lines leads the route. The flight covers 5,109 miles in approximately 10h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 16 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DL Delta Air Lines Also: AF, VS | 7 | 339 | 10h53 | – | SkyTeam | AF, VS |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach New York from Accra
| Metric | ACC→JFK | LFW→JFK |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from ACC | – | 105 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 21 | – |
| Flight time | 10h 20m | 10h 55m |
Travel Essentials
ACC: GMT · JFK: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Accra, it's 2:00 PM in New York.
AirTrain to Jamaica Station (8–10 min, $8.50) connects to the NYC subway A/E trains and LIRR. Total fare to midtown Manhattan is $9.25 via subway or $10–15 via LIRR; both take 50–70 minutes total. NYC taxis from JFK to Manhattan are metered (flat rate only applies to the Manhattan-to-JFK direction); expect $50–70 plus tolls.Ride-shares from JFK pick up at the designated lot; follow signs rather than waiting at terminal curbs. Car services and shared vans to Manhattan are available from the Ground Transportation desks.
Humid continental climate with hot summers and cold winters. July–August averages 25–32°C with high humidity and frequent afternoon thunderstorms that cause ground delays. Nor'easters hit December through March, occasionally dumping 30–60 cm of snow and causing widespread cancellations. JFK is slower to recover than inland airports due to wind exposure.
Fog is a disruption risk in spring. Fall (September–October) offers the most stable flying weather. Hurricane remnants reach New York in September–October. Sandy-level events are rare but possible.
ACC–JFK Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from ACC to JFK
Kotoka International Airport (ACC) and John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) are connected by nonstop service from Delta Air Lines. With 21 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
ACC to JFK Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from ACC to JFK ranges from 10 hours 20 minutes to 11 hours 21 minutes. The route covers a distance of 5,109 miles (8,222 km). There are approximately 21 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 28 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
16 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 13 hours via LFW. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Lomé (LFW).