Direct (nonstop) flights from Accra to Ouagadougou

2 airlines fly nonstop from Kotoka International (ACC) to Ouagadougou (OUA). It's 472 miles (760 km), about 1h 25m in the air. Operated by Air Burkina, Africa World Airlines.

ACC
Kotoka International
🇬🇭 Accra, Ghana
OUA
Ouagadougou
🇧🇫 Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso
Flight Time
1h 25m
Distance
472 mi
760 km
CO₂/pax
87 kg
−43 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
Air Burkina +1
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Air Burkina Air Burkina Africa World Airlines Africa World Airlines

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Air Burkina 2J Air Burkina
Route
ACC → OUA
Flight Time
1h 25m
Distance
472 mi
Africa World Airlines AW Africa World Airlines
Route
ACC → OUA
Flight Time
1h 25m
Distance
472 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Accra to Ouagadougou with one stop · direct emits 87 kg CO₂ per passenger

ACC LFW (Lome) OUA
Leg 1: 50m (105 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (465 mi) Total: ~2h 35m 🍃 130 kg CO₂ (+49% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ACC → LFW
50m · 105 mi
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Leg 2
LFW → OUA
1h 45m · 465 mi
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ACC COO (Cotonou) OUA
Leg 1: 1h 5m (183 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (490 mi) Total: ~2h 35m 🍃 150 kg CO₂ (+72% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ACC → COO
1h 5m · 183 mi
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Leg 2
COO → OUA
1h 30m · 490 mi
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ACC ABJ (Abidjan) OUA
Leg 1: 1h 5m (260 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (515 mi) Total: ~2h 40m 🍃 168 kg CO₂ (+93% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ACC → ABJ
1h 5m · 260 mi
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Leg 2
ABJ → OUA
1h 35m · 515 mi
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ACC ACC (Accra) OUA
Leg 1: 2h 5m (0 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (472 mi) Total: ~3h 30m 🍃 112 kg CO₂ (+29% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ACC → ACC
2h 5m · 0 mi
View ACC to ACC flights →
Leg 2
ACC → OUA
1h 25m · 472 mi
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ACC FNA (Freetown) OUA
Leg 1: 2h 15m (917 mi) Leg 2: 2h 10m (835 mi) Total: ~4h 25m 🍃 350 kg CO₂ (+302% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ACC → FNA
2h 15m · 917 mi
View ACC to FNA flights →
Leg 2
FNA → OUA
2h 10m · 835 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Accra to Ouagadougou?

A nonstop flight from Accra (ACC) to Ouagadougou (OUA) takes approximately 1 hours and 25 minutes. The distance is 472 miles (760 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Accra to Ouagadougou?

2 airlines: Air Burkina, Africa World Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Accra to Ouagadougou?

Yes. 2 airlines: Air Burkina, Africa World Airlines.

How far is Accra from Ouagadougou?

The flight distance from Accra to Ouagadougou is 472 miles (760 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Accra to Ouagadougou?

At 1h 25m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Ghana to Burkina Faso?

Depends on your passport. Check with the Burkina Faso embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Accra to Ouagadougou?

Roughly 87 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 435 km.

Is the return flight from Ouagadougou to Accra also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Accra to Ouagadougou?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Kotoka International for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.