# ACC — Kotoka International Airport > Machine-readable reference for ACC. Single-airport scope. Re-fetch when content_generated_at changes. Canonical: https://airport.flights/airport/acc HTML page: https://airport.flights/airport/acc Markdown alt: https://airport.flights/airport/acc.md JSON: https://airport.flights/api/airport/ACC.json (includes live arrivals + weather) Sitemap: https://airport.flights/sitemap-airports.xml Last refreshed: 2026-06-11T10:47:19.08+00:00 --- ## Identity - Name: Kotoka International Airport - IATA: ACC - ICAO: DGAA - City: Accra - Country: GH (GH) - Timezone: Africa/Accra - Distance from city: 8 km (5 mi) northeast of central Accra - Runways: 2 - Terminals: 2 - Annual passengers: .6M - Hub for: Africa World Airlines - Official website: https://www.gacl.com.gh ## Overview Welcome Kotoka International Airport (ACC) in Accra stands out for its seamless landside-to-airside experience, making it a favored stop for business travelers. The airport emphasizes lounge access with multiple options like the Akwaaba Lounge in Terminal 3 and Adinkra Lounge in Terminal 2, all providing essential amenities such as showers, Wi-Fi, and refreshments. This focus on comfort over retail breadth distinguishes Kotoka as a compact efficiency powerhouse compared to sprawling mega-hubs. At a glance Servicing around 0.6 million passengers annually, Kotoka International Airport is a critical hub in Ghana, notably for Africa World Airlines. Situated just 8 kilometers northeast of central Accra, it's accessible for both domestic and international flights. Terminal 2 caters primarily to domestic routes and SkyTeam carriers, while Terminal 3 serves international flights, including those by British Airways and Emirates. Terminals & layout The airport operates with two primary terminals: Terminal 2 for domestic flights and Terminal 3 for international travel. Terminal 2 houses lounges like the Adinkra Lounge and offers retail options such as The Juice Lounge and Smice International.… ## Terminals (2) - **Terminal 2** — airlines: SkyTeam carriers using the Menzies Akwaaba Lounge (specific airlines not listed in the user reports) URL: https://airport.flights/airport/acc/terminals/t2 - **Terminal 3** — airlines: British Airways, Emirates, South African Airways, Turkish Airlines URL: https://airport.flights/airport/acc/terminals/t3 ## Lounges (5) - **Adinkra Lounge** — T2 · access: Terminal 2, departure lounge URL: https://airport.flights/airport/acc/lounges/adinkra-lounge-t2 - **Akwaaba Lounge** — T3 · access: International Terminal, Level 5 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/acc/lounges/akwaaba-lounge - **Sanbra Priority Lounge** — access: International Terminal, lounge URL: https://airport.flights/airport/acc/lounges/sanbra-priority-lounge - **State Protocol Lounge** — access: Terminal unspecified, VIP lounge URL: https://airport.flights/airport/acc/lounges/state-protocol-lounge - **U Lounge** — T3 · access: Aviance Ghana, Walk-in, Pre-booked · Open daily from 5:00 AM to 12:00 AM URL: https://airport.flights/airport/acc/lounges/u-lounge-t3 ## Shops (35) - **Abundant Grace** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/acc/shops/abundant-grace - **Abundant Grace** — T2 · Souvenirs URL: https://airport.flights/airport/acc/shops/abundant-grace-t2 - **Adubea Jensen** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/acc/shops/adubea-jensen - **Adubea Jensen** — T3 · Fashion URL: https://airport.flights/airport/acc/shops/adubea-jensen-t3 - **Awo's Boutique** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/acc/shops/awo-s-boutique - **Awo's Boutique** — T3 · Fashion URL: https://airport.flights/airport/acc/shops/awo-s-boutique-t3 - **Chocoluv** — T3 · Food & Beverage URL: https://airport.flights/airport/acc/shops/chocoluv-t3 - **Dufry Ghana** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/acc/shops/dufry-ghana - **Dufry Ghana** — T3 · Duty Free URL: https://airport.flights/airport/acc/shops/dufry-ghana-t3 - **K2R Fashion** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/acc/shops/k2r-fashion - **K2R Fashion (Hounslow Fort)** — T3 · Fashion URL: https://airport.flights/airport/acc/shops/k2r-fashion-hounslow-fort-t3 - **Keskim Clothing** — T3 · Fashion URL: https://airport.flights/airport/acc/shops/keskim-clothing-t3 - **Life Healthcare Pharmacy** — T3 · Health & Wellness URL: https://airport.flights/airport/acc/shops/life-healthcare-pharmacy-t3 - **Nallem Clothing** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/acc/shops/nallem-clothing - **Nallem Clothing** — T2 · Fashion URL: https://airport.flights/airport/acc/shops/nallem-clothing-t2 - **Nante Yie (Fresh Cut Sourcing)** — T3 · Souvenirs URL: https://airport.flights/airport/acc/shops/nante-yie-fresh-cut-sourcing-t3 - **Placito Ltd** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/acc/shops/placito-ltd - **Placito Ltd** — T2 · Electronics URL: https://airport.flights/airport/acc/shops/placito-ltd-t2 - **Sanbra Duty Free** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/acc/shops/sanbra-duty-free - **Sanbra Duty Free** — T3 · Duty Free URL: https://airport.flights/airport/acc/shops/sanbra-duty-free-t3 - **Smice Digital** — T3 · Electronics URL: https://airport.flights/airport/acc/shops/smice-digital-t3 - **Smice International** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/acc/shops/smice-international - **Smice International** — T2 · Fashion URL: https://airport.flights/airport/acc/shops/smice-international-t2 - **The Juice Lounge** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/acc/shops/the-juice-lounge - **The Juice Lounge** — T2 · Food & Beverage URL: https://airport.flights/airport/acc/shops/the-juice-lounge-t2 - **The Shea Shop** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/acc/shops/the-shea-shop - **The Shea Shop (Ducor Haven)** — T3 · Beauty URL: https://airport.flights/airport/acc/shops/the-shea-shop-ducor-haven-t3 - **Untamed Empire** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/acc/shops/untamed-empire - **Untamed Empire (Songhai Africa)** — T3 · Souvenirs URL: https://airport.flights/airport/acc/shops/untamed-empire-songhai-africa-t3 - **Wild Gecko Handicrafts** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/acc/shops/wild-gecko-handicrafts - **Wild Gecko Handicrafts** — T3 · Souvenirs URL: https://airport.flights/airport/acc/shops/wild-gecko-handicrafts-t3 - **Wonoo Ventures Ltd.** — T3 · Souvenirs URL: https://airport.flights/airport/acc/shops/wonoo-ventures-ltd-t3 - **Woonoo Ventures** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/acc/shops/woonoo-ventures - **Woonoo Ventures** — T2 · Souvenirs URL: https://airport.flights/airport/acc/shops/woonoo-ventures-t2 - **X Purple Spa & Salon** — T3 · Beauty URL: https://airport.flights/airport/acc/shops/x-purple-spa-salon-t3 ## Insider tips - _Insider_: Use the Akwaaba Lounge in Terminal 3 for a maximum 4-hour respite, including showers and Wi-Fi access. - _Avoid_: Wander aimlessly; for domestic flights in Terminal 2, head straight to Level 1 near Gate 4 for lounge access. - _Local_: Head to Adinkra Lounge managed by Aviance in Terminal 2 post-immigration for less crowded comfort. - _Money_: Need cash? ATMs accepting international and local cards are located in both terminals. - _Time_: Expect taxi rides into central Accra to take 20-30 minutes; plan around peak travel times for a smoother journey. - _Quiet_: For a tranquil wait, consider the U Lounge in Terminal 3, known for its calm atmosphere. - _Insider_: Pick up essentials at Life Healthcare Pharmacy in Terminal 3, spotlighted for its convenient location and comprehensive offerings. - _Avoid_: Don't rely on 24/7 services; verify lounge operating hours to avoid untimely surprises. --- ## Live data Live arrivals, departures, and weather are not in this static reference. Fetch: - https://airport.flights/api/airport/ACC.json — JSON with current live boards + weather (12h cache) - https://airport.flights/airport/acc/arrivals — HTML page with live arrivals - https://airport.flights/airport/acc/departures — HTML page with live departures