Which airport should I fly into for Tema?

For long-haul and international flights, Kotoka International Airport (ACC) is the main gateway near Tema. The closest airport, Kotoka International Airport (ACC), is the most convenient for transfers — weigh proximity against the breadth of flight connections.

How far is the airport from Tema?

The nearest is about 11 mi (18 km) away. The table above shows the distance and an estimated transfer time for each airport within about 300 km.

How do I get from the airport into Tema?

Most airports offer taxis and ride-hailing, and many add a rail, metro or bus link into the city. Tap any airport above for a full guide with ground-transport options, lounges and transit details.

Airports Near Tema

The closest airports to Tema, Ghana: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.

The nearest airport to Tema, Ghana is Kotoka International Airport (ACC), about 11 mi (18 km) away — roughly 38 min by road. It also serves as the area's main international gateway.

Code	Airport	Distance	Transfer	Type
ACC	Kotoka International AirportAccra, Ghana	11 mi / 18 km	38 min	International
LFW	Lome-Tokoin AirportLome, Togo	94 mi / 151 km	2 hr 11 min	Regional
KMS	Kumasi AirportKumasi, Ghana	130 mi / 209 km	3 hr 1 min	Regional
TKD	Takoradi AirportSekondi-Takoradi, Ghana	132 mi / 213 km	3 hr 5 min	Regional
COO	Cadjehoun AirportCotonou, Benin	171 mi / 276 km	3 hr 59 min	Regional

Distances are straight-line; transfer times are road estimates. "Type" flags major/international gateways.

Which airport is best?

For the shortest transfer, Kotoka International Airport (ACC) is the most convenient at about 11 mi out. Larger airports a little farther out can offer more connections, so it's worth comparing fares before booking.

Getting to and from the airport

Taxis and ride-hailing serve every airport here, and the larger ones usually add a rail, metro or bus link into Tema. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with ACC.

Hotels near the airport

For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near ACC saves a stressful morning transfer.

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Travel tips

Compare the total door-to-door time, not just the airfare — a cheaper flight into a distant airport can cost more once you add the transfer. Check whether your airport has a direct train or metro before defaulting to a taxi, and for international arrivals, confirm any visa or transit rules in advance.

Frequently asked questions

The nearest airport to Tema is Kotoka International Airport (ACC), about 11 mi (18 km) away — roughly 38 min by road.