Accra, Ghana → London, United Kingdom · ✈ 6h 53min · 🚗 82h 56min
2,756 nautical miles · Time difference: Same timezone · Direction: north
The distance from Accra to London is 5,104 km (3,171 miles). The fastest way to travel is by flight. A direct flight takes approximately 6h 53min.
The straight-line distance from Accra, Ghana to London, United Kingdom is approximately 5,104 kilometers (3,171 miles or 2,756 nautical miles). This measurement uses the Haversine formula, computing the great-circle distance — the shortest path between two points on Earth's surface.
London is located north of Accra. Accra is in Africa, in the Greater Accra region of Ghana, while London is in Europe, in England, United Kingdom. This intercontinental route spans from Africa to Europe.
| Mode | Distance | Est. Time | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| ✈️ Flight | 5,104 km | ~6h 53min | Best option for speed |
Our recommendation: flight is typically the best way to travel from Accra to London. For 5,104 km, flying saves significant time and is usually the most practical choice.
Accra sits at 5.6037°N, 0.1870°W, while London is located at 51.5074°N, 0.1278°W. The initial compass bearing from Accra to London is 0° (N), so a great-circle flight path leaves Accra heading roughly N. Because the Earth is curved, the actual heading shifts gradually along the route — pilots and navigation systems update it continuously instead of holding a single fixed compass bearing.
The latitude difference is 45.90° and the longitude difference is 0.06°. Each degree of latitude represents about 111 km, which is one reason cross-latitude routes feel longer even when the map looks similar to east–west journeys.
The geographic midpoint between Accra and London is approximately 28.5556°N, 0.1642°W. This is the great-circle halfway position — the spot where you would be exactly 2,552 km from each city. On long-haul flights this point usually falls over open ocean or remote terrain, which is why in-flight maps often look "empty" mid-route.
Accra and London share the same approximate time zone, so meetings, calls, and arrivals don't require any clock adjustment. This makes the route especially convenient for short business trips. Daylight saving time can shift the offset by an hour during certain months, so confirm the exact difference for your specific travel dates.
Accra is a major city in Ghana with a population of approximately 2,291,352. Located in the Greater Accra region, it is an important hub in Africa. Accra is a significant metropolitan area in Ghana with good domestic and international transport connections.
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London is a notable city in United Kingdom with a population of approximately 8,982,000. Situated in the England region, it serves as a key destination in Europe. London is one of United Kingdom's largest cities, offering major airport hubs, extensive public transport, and a wide range of accommodation options.
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At 5,104 km, this is one of the longer routes on the globe, spanning from Africa to Europe. For comparison, London to Sydney is about 17,000 km — roughly half the circumference of the Earth.
At 5,104 km, Accra to London is one of the world's longer routes, covering 12.7% of Earth's circumference (40,075 km).
Combined, Accra and London have a population of over 11,273,352 people, making this a major urban corridor.
This route crosses from Africa to Europe, spanning 0 timezones.
The straight-line distance from Accra to London is approximately 5,104 kilometers (3,171 miles, 2,756 nautical miles).
A direct flight takes approximately 6h 53min, based on 800 km/h cruising speed plus 30 minutes for takeoff and landing.
Estimated driving time is approximately 82h 56min, based on 80 km/h average speed and roads being ~30% longer than straight-line distance.
London is approximately Same timezone compared to Accra.
The estimated road distance is approximately 6,635 km, which is about 30% longer than the 5,104 km straight-line distance.
📍 Data: Coordinates from OpenStreetMap contributors. Distances calculated using the Haversine formula. Travel times are estimates only. Last verified: April 21, 2026.