Bamako to Accra flights
Accra lies 1,159 km (720 mi) south-east of Bamako, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 14 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.
| Bamako | Accra | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Mali | Ghana |
| Population | 4.2 million | 2 million |
| Elevation | 374 m (1,227 ft) | 33 m (108 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+0 (Africa/Bamako) | UTC+0 (Africa/Accra) |
| Nearest large airport | BKO, 9 km out | ACC, 6 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Accra
Crossing from Mali 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 Bamako
Bamako is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Modibo Keita International Airport (BKO), 9 km (6 mi) from the centre, whose 10,498-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
Arriving in Accra
Accra is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Kotoka International Airport (ACC), 6 km (4 mi) from the centre, whose 11,165-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kotoka International Airport | ACC | 6 km (4 mi) | 11,165 ft | 205 ft |
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Staying in Accra
Our booking partner lists 1,297+ places to stay in Accra (statistics below are from the first 1,000). Of the 634 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (394), and 17 are five-star. Across 117 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.2 out of 10. Guests have left 32,425 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Accra from Bamako?
1,159 km (720 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Bamako.
How long does it take to get from Bamako to Accra by air?
About 2 h 14 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Bamako and Accra?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Bamako to Accra flights?
Typically Modibo Keita International Airport (BKO) to Kotoka International Airport (ACC).
What currency do I need in Accra?
The Cedi (GHS).
Where can I stay in Accra?
Our booking partner lists 1,297+ places to stay in Accra, 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.