Kumasi to Cape Coast flights
Cape Coast lies 181 km (112 mi) south of Kumasi, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 59 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.
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| Kumasi | Cape Coast | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Ghana | Ghana |
| Population | 2.5 million | 212,426 |
| Elevation | 270 m (886 ft) | 21 m (69 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+0 (Africa/Accra) | UTC+0 (Africa/Accra) |
| Nearest large airport | KMS, 5 km out | TKD, 63 km out |
Airports at each end
Leaving Kumasi
Kumasi is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Prempeh I International Airport (KMS), 5 km (3 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 7,612 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
Arriving in Cape Coast
Cape Coast is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Takoradi Airport (TKD), 63 km (39 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 | 63 km (39 mi) | 5,745 ft | 21 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Cape Coast from Kumasi?
181 km (112 mi) in a straight line, south of Kumasi.
How long does it take to get from Kumasi to Cape Coast by air?
About 59 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kumasi and Cape Coast?
No, both are on Africa/Accra at the moment.
Which airports are used for Kumasi to Cape Coast flights?
Typically Prempeh I International Airport (KMS) to Takoradi Airport (TKD).
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.