Abidjan to Takoradi flights
Takoradi lies 253 km (157 mi) east of Abidjan, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 4 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Abidjan | Takoradi | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Ivory Coast | Ghana |
| Population | 6.3 million | 389,114 |
| Elevation | 50 m (164 ft) | 10 m (33 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+0 (Africa/Abidjan) | UTC+0 (Africa/Accra) |
| Nearest large airport | ABJ, 13 km out | TKD, 2 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Takoradi
Crossing from Ivory Coast into Ghana: money changes from the Franc to the Cedi (GHS); sockets are AC power s and sockets: British and related types, BS 1363; the dialling code becomes +233; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648834 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648835.
Airports at each end
Leaving Abidjan
Abidjan is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Félix-Houphouët-Boigny International Airport (ABJ), 13 km (8 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,843 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
Arriving in Takoradi
Takoradi is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Takoradi Airport (TKD), 2 km (1 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 5,745 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Takoradi Airport (regional) | TKD | 2 km (1 mi) | 5,745 ft | 21 ft |
Book a flight to Takoradi
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Staying in Takoradi
Our booking partner lists 19 places to stay in Takoradi. Of the 8 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (4). Guests have left 421 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Takoradi from Abidjan?
253 km (157 mi) in a straight line, east of Abidjan.
How long does it take to get from Abidjan to Takoradi by air?
About 1 h 4 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Abidjan and Takoradi?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Abidjan to Takoradi flights?
Typically Félix-Houphouët-Boigny International Airport (ABJ) to Takoradi Airport (TKD).
What currency do I need in Takoradi?
The Cedi (GHS).
Where can I stay in Takoradi?
Our booking partner lists 19 places to stay in Takoradi, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.