Kotoka Intl (DGAA/ACC) — Accra, Ghana
Kotoka Intl (DGAA/ACC) serves Accra, Ghana. This is a major international airport with 1 runway (03/21). Field elevation is 205 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.
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Basic Airport Information
- ICAO: DGAA
- Name: Kotoka Intl
- Type: large_airport
- Category: International
- Latitude: 5.60519
- Longitude: -0.166786
- Elevation: 205 ft
- Country: Ghana
- Municipality: Accra
- IATA Code: ACC
- FAA Code: N/A
- FIR: DGAC
- Timezone: Africa/Accra
- Distance from City: 9.0 km
- VFR: Yes
- IFR: Yes
Runways
Runway 03/21
- Designation: 03/21
- Dimensions: N/A
- Surface: N/A
- PCN: N/A
- Lighting: HIRL, REIL, MALS (RWY 03), ALSF-II + TDZ (RWY 21), edge lights, centerline lights
- NAVAIDs: VOR/DME (ACC 113.10), NDB (AA 409), ILS CAT I RWY 21 (LOC 109.90 MHz, GP 3.00°)
- Approach Types: N/A
- Remarks: Displaced threshold RWY 03: 1335 ft. Elevation RWY 03: 177 ft, RWY 21: 197 ft. Magnetic headings 024/204. Mag variation 2.5°W. Fire category 9. Traffic pattern altitude: 1205 ft MSL. Terminal 3 can accommodate A380.
Frequencies
- Tower: 118.600 MHz
- Ground: 121.900 MHz
- Operations: 119.500 MHz
- Traffic/Approach: 119.100 MHz
- ATIS: 113.111, NOT a dedicated VHF COM ATIS. Accra likely broadcasts ATIS via the Accra VOR/DME, not on a standalone COM frequency MHz
Operation Hours
Kotoka Intl operates 24 hours (H24). See all 24-hour airports worldwide →
- Extra Hours On Request: No
- Remarks: Airport and ATC H24. Terminals: T2 (domestic), T3 (regional/international, opened Sep 2018, capacity 5M pax/yr). T1 closed — FBO redevelopment stalled due to GACL vs McDan Aviation legal dispute (as of Apr 2026). Shared facility with Ghana Air Force Base. 2025 traffic: 3.6M pax, 47K movements.
Contacts
- AIS Tel: +233 302550612
- ARO Tel: N/A
- MET Tel: N/A
- Admin Tel: +233 302550612
- Health Tel: N/A
- Police Tel: N/A
- Authorities Tel: N/A
- Website: https://www.gacl.com.gh
- Remarks: GACL (Ghana Airports Company Limited). Email: [email protected]. Digital address: GL-125-6946. Office hours: 08:00-17:00 UTC Mon-Fri.
Slots / PPR
- Slot Required: No
- PPR Required: No
- PPR Contact: +233 302776171
- Remarks: No slot coordination required. Landing permit may be required depending on aircraft registration and operation type. GCAA email: [email protected] / [email protected]. Online permit portal: https://portal.caa.com.gh
Customs
- Open: 00:00
- Close: 23:59
- Phone: N/A
- Extra Hours On Request: No
- Remarks: Full CIQ available H24. Yellow fever vaccination card mandatory. ECOWAS and Kenyan citizens visa-exempt; all others require visa applied online at least 72 hours before arrival.
Fees
- Landing Fee: Intercontinental: 0-25t flat USD 75/ton; 26-75t USD 5.50/ton; 76-150t USD 7.00/ton; >150t USD 7.20/ton. Sub-regional: 11-25t USD 1.75/ton; 26-75t USD 3.00/ton; 76-150t USD 3.50/ton; >150t USD 4.15/ton (night/peak +50%). Domestic: 0-10t $5; 11-25t $10; 26-75t $15; 76-150t $20; >150t $25
- Parking Fee: 0.15 USD per tonne per hour (1h free intl, 4h free sub-regional, 5h free domestic)
- Handling Mandatory: Yes
- Currency: USD
- Remarks: Fees tiered by MTOW and flight type. Peak/night surcharge 50%. Per GACL official schedule.
Fuel Information
- Fuel Type: JET A-1
- Price/L: N/A
- Last Updated: 2026-04-04
- Remarks: Available H24. Suppliers: Shell, TotalEnergies, Vivo Energy, World Fuel Services (via handlers). No defueling available at DGAA. West African pricing — contact handler for current quote.
Immigration
- Port of Entry: Yes
- GENDEC Required: Yes
- GAR Required: No
- Remarks: Full CIQ. Visa required for most non-ECOWAS nationalities — must be applied online at least 72 hours before arrival. ECOWAS and Kenyan citizens exempt. Yellow fever certificate required. Port health inspection on arrival.
Restrictions
- Curfew Start: N/A
- Curfew End: N/A
- Noise Chapter Min: 3
- Remarks: No curfew. H24 operations. Noise abatement procedures in effect. Chapter 3 minimum. ICAO Code 4E (up to 65m wingspan). Handles A380/B747/B777.
Alternates
DXXX
- ICAO: DXXX
- Name: Gnassingbe Eyadema
- Distance (NM): 91.3
- Has IFR: Yes
- Port of Entry: Yes
- Immigration Remarks: International airport. Visa on arrival available for most nationalities. Yellow fever certificate mandatory. ECOWAS travel document holders exempt from visa. Landing permit required for non-scheduled flights.
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Ghana Permit Requirements
- Overflight Permit: Yes
- Landing Permit: Yes
- Overflight Lead Time: 72 hours prior to date of intended flight
- Landing Lead Time: 72 hours prior to date of intended flight
Private flights require permits. Full passenger passport details required for landing permits.
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Explore HistoryFrequently Asked Questions
- What is the tower frequency at DGAA?
- The tower frequency at Kotoka Intl is 118.6 MHz.
- What fuel is available at DGAA?
- Kotoka Intl offers JET A-1.
- Does DGAA require landing permits?
- Yes, landing permits are required for Kotoka Intl (Ghana).
- Is customs available at DGAA?
- Yes, customs at Kotoka Intl is available from 00:00 to 23:59.
- Where is DGAA located?
- Kotoka Intl (DGAA) is located in Accra, Ghana.
- What is the IATA code for DGAA?
- The IATA code for Kotoka Intl is ACC.
- Is DGAA a port of entry?
- Yes, Kotoka Intl is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.