Kumasi to Takoradi flights
Takoradi lies 200 km (124 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 1 h gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Kumasi | Takoradi | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Ghana | Ghana |
| Population | 2.5 million | 389,114 |
| Elevation | 270 m (886 ft) | 10 m (33 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+0 (Africa/Accra) | UTC+0 (Africa/Accra) |
| Nearest large airport | KMS, 5 km out | TKD, 2 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 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 |
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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 Kumasi?
200 km (124 mi) in a straight line, south of Kumasi.
How long does it take to get from Kumasi to Takoradi by air?
About 1 h, 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 Takoradi?
No, both are on Africa/Accra at the moment.
Which airports are used for Kumasi to Takoradi flights?
Typically Prempeh I International Airport (KMS) to Takoradi Airport (TKD).
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.