Accra (Kotoka International Airport) Overview
Airport Code
ACC
Full Airport Name
Accra (Kotoka International Airport)
Address
Kotoka International Airport, Airport Road, Accra North, Ghana
Country Code
233
Telephone
(021) 776 171
Fax
(021) 773 293
E-mail
None
Website
www.gcaa.com.gh
Number of Terminals
1
Time Zone
GMT
Location
The airport is located 10km (6 miles) north of Accra city center
Airport News
A comprehensive development is currently underway, which has seen the refurbishment of the terminal building and control tower, the provision of a proper lounge and a modern arrival/immigration/baggage hall. Further improvements are under way.
Travelers may experience unexpected delays even after checking in. Passengers should get the required seat reconfirmation stamped on the ticket, ensure that they have emergency funds for food and lodging in the event of the unexpected delays, and arrive at the airport at least two hours before the scheduled departure times.
Driving Directions
From Accra city center, head north following the signs for the airport.
Car Parking
Parking spaces are limited at the airport, although the current development program will create more.
Car Hire
Several car hire companies are represented at the airport, with booths outside the arrivals hall. These include Avis (tel: (021) 761 751; website: www.avis.com) and Europcar (tel: (021) 664020; website: www.europcar.com) (chauffeur-driven cars only).
Public Transport
Road: Taxis (metered or shared) are the only form of transportation available. You can get a taxi from the airport to Nkrumah Circle or Osu for under US$3, but be prepared to haggle the fare.
Information and Help Desks
There is an information desk in the arrival hall.
Airport Facilities
Money and communications: A post office and bureau de change are available. Several ATMs are available in the terminal. Eating and drinking: Facilities include a bar, restaurant and a couple of food kiosk. Shopping: There are a few shops in the terminal, including duty-free shops.
Conference and Business Facilities
There are no business facilities as such yet. The Ghana Airways’s Akwaaba lounge is available for the airline’s first and business class passengers. The State Protocol Lounge is for use by senior government officials/diplomats and VIPs. Business and conference facilities are available at the Novotel Accra City Center and at the Golden Tulip Accra (see Airport Hotels).
Facilities for Disabled Travelers
These are limited. Contact your airline for further information and assistance.
Hotels
Both the Novotel Accra City Center, Barnes Road (tel: 021 667546; website: www.novotel.com) and the four-star hotel Golden Tulip Accra, Liberation Road (tel: 021 775 360; website: www.goldentulip.com) are located in a quiet suburb on the outskirts of Accra, a five-minute drive from Kotoka International Airport and a 10-minute drive from the city center. A free shuttle service runs between the Golden Tulip and the airport.
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