Cheap flights from Mumbai to Accra — book online with FlightGPT
Quick answer: Mumbai to Accra non-stop flights take about ≈ 16–22h (1–2 stop, including layovers), operated by Emirates, Qatar Airways, Ethiopian Airlines, Etihad, Kenya Airways (all 1-2 stop), with around No non-stop — daily 1–2 stop options via the Gulf (Dubai, Doha, Abu Dhabi) or Addis Ababa direct departures a day. Indian passport holders should check the visa requirement summarised below. Use the live search above to compare today's cheapest BOM–ACC fare across every airline, OTA and travel agent in one place.
Last reviewed June 2026 by the FlightGPT flights desk · route facts cross-checked against DGCA and the Airports Authority of India (AAI) · fares are live — verify the final price in search before booking.
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Mumbai to Accra flights — quick facts
- Distance: ≈ 9,300 km (great-circle)
- Non-stop flight time: ≈ 16–22h (1–2 stop, including layovers)
- Direct flights per day: No non-stop — daily 1–2 stop options via the Gulf (Dubai, Doha, Abu Dhabi) or Addis Ababa
- Airlines flying Mumbai Accra: Emirates, Qatar Airways, Ethiopian Airlines, Etihad, Kenya Airways (all 1-2 stop)
- Visa for Indians: Ghana visa required in advance — see /visas
Airlines flying Mumbai to Accra
There is no non-stop, so the choice is which hub to connect through. The strongest single-stop options are the Gulf carriers — Emirates via Dubai, Qatar Airways via Doha and Etihad via Abu Dhabi — each pairing a Mumbai–Gulf leg with a long onward sector to Accra. Ethiopian Airlines via Addis Ababa is often the most direct routing geographically and a popular Africa specialist. Kenya Airways via Nairobi is another option, though usually longer. For protected connections and through-checked bags across these long sectors, book the whole BOM–ACC journey on a single ticket rather than stitching separate fares together.
Cheapest time to fly & book
Fares to Accra are driven by the West Africa long-haul market and hub competition rather than a simple tourist season. As of May 2026, indicative round-trip economy fares run roughly ₹75,000–1,20,000 depending on routing, season and how far ahead you book, with sale one-ways sometimes from around ₹42,000. The December–January festive and diaspora-travel period and the northern summer tend to be dearest; quieter months can be cheaper. Because every option connects, weigh total journey time against price — the cheapest fare can carry a long layover or a second stop. Book well ahead for the best of the long-haul fares. Indicative only — check live in the FlightGPT chat.
Flight duration & routing
The quickest single-stop journeys run about 16 to 18 hours end to end. A Gulf routing pairs a ~3h Mumbai–Dubai/Doha/Abu Dhabi leg with a long ~8–9h sector down to Accra, plus the layover; an Addis Ababa routing on Ethiopian is geographically tidy, with a ~5h Mumbai–Addis leg and a ~6h Addis–Accra sector. Two-stop itineraries or long layovers can stretch the trip to 22 hours or more. Great-circle distance is roughly 9,300 km. Accra is 5h 30m behind India and on GMT (UTC+0), so you effectively claw back half a day westbound. Allow a comfortable connection at the hub.
Baggage & fares
On these long-haul 1-stop fares, full-service economy on Emirates, Qatar Airways, Etihad or Ethiopian typically includes a generous checked allowance — often around 30 kg (or a 2-piece allowance on some Africa routes) — plus a cabin bag; confirm against your fare, as Africa-route allowances can differ. Because the journey is long with a hub change, book the whole trip on one ticket so bags check straight through and a missed connection is the airline's responsibility. Pre-pay any excess online, request a vegetarian (VGML) meal in advance, and note customs rules on goods and currency for Ghana. Comfort and a sensible layout matter more than saving a little on these long sectors.
Airports & terminals
Mumbai (BOM) — Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International handles international flights from the large, modern Terminal 2, about 8–10 km from the city; allow time for the busy international departure peaks. Your connection is typically a major Gulf hub — Dubai (DXB), Doha (DOH) or Abu Dhabi (AUH) — or Addis Ababa (ADD). Accra (ACC) — Kotoka International is Ghana's main gateway, just a few kilometres from the city centre, with a modern Terminal 3 handling international flights. Allow time for immigration and health checks on arrival, and have your visa, yellow-fever certificate and onward details ready.
Visa & entry for Indians
Indian passport holders need a visa for Ghana, arranged in advance — ordinary passports are not eligible for visa-on-arrival. The fastest route is the Ghana e-Visa; for Indians the designated channel is the Ghana High Commission's authorised portal (visa.ghana-mission.co.in), where you apply, upload documents and pay the fee, with a traditional consular application also available. You will need a passport valid at least six months with a blank page, and importantly a yellow-fever vaccination certificate is mandatory for entry to Ghana. Apply well ahead of non-refundable travel. Full guidance is in the Visas guide.
Best time to visit
Accra and southern Ghana are most comfortable in the drier months, roughly November to March, ideal for the beaches, Cape Coast's historic castles and city life, though the Harmattan haze can blow in from the Sahara around December–January. The main rainy season (April–June) and a shorter wet spell around September–October bring humid, stormy weather. Temperatures are warm and tropical year-round. The festive December period — including Ghana's lively "Detty December" and diaspora travel — is the busiest and priciest. For trip ideas, see the destinations guide.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the Mumbai to Accra flight?
There is no non-stop. The quickest 1-stop journeys run about 16 to 18 hours end to end - a Gulf routing pairs a ~3h leg to Dubai, Doha or Abu Dhabi with a long ~8-9h sector to Accra, while Ethiopian via Addis Ababa is geographically tidy. Two-stop trips can reach 22 hours or more.
Which airlines fly Mumbai to Accra?
No airline flies it non-stop. The best 1-stop options are Emirates via Dubai, Qatar Airways via Doha, Etihad via Abu Dhabi, or Ethiopian Airlines via Addis Ababa, which is often the most direct routing. Kenya Airways via Nairobi is another, usually longer, option.
How much is a Mumbai to Accra ticket?
As of May 2026, indicative round-trip economy fares run roughly ₹75,000-1,20,000 by routing, season and how far ahead you book, with sale one-ways sometimes from around ₹42,000. The cheapest fare can carry a long layover, so compare total journey time. Live fares in the FlightGPT chat.
Do Indians need a visa for Ghana?
Yes. Indian passport holders need a Ghana visa in advance - ordinary passports are not eligible for visa-on-arrival. The fastest route is the e-Visa via the Ghana High Commission's authorised portal (visa.ghana-mission.co.in). A yellow-fever certificate is also mandatory. See /visas.
Is there a non-stop Mumbai to Accra flight?
No. Every Mumbai-Accra itinerary involves at least one connection, most commonly a single stop via a Gulf hub (Dubai, Doha or Abu Dhabi) or via Addis Ababa on Ethiopian. The fastest routings give a total journey of around 16 to 18 hours.
Do I need a yellow-fever certificate for Ghana?
Yes - a yellow-fever vaccination certificate is mandatory for entry to Ghana, so carry it along with your passport (valid six months) and visa. Get vaccinated well ahead of travel, as the certificate becomes valid only after about 10 days. See /visas for details.
Find the cheapest Mumbai to Accra flight
The cheapest Mumbai to Accra airfare on any given day depends on three things — your travel date, your airline preference and how far ahead you book. Use the FlightGPT search box above to compare Mumbai to Accra ticket prices across Emirates, Qatar Airways, Ethiopian Airlines, Etihad, Kenya Airways (all 1-2 stop) — typically the lowest fare today differs from the lowest fare 30 days from now by 25-40 percent. We surface every option so the lowest Mumbai-Accra price wins.
Last-minute Mumbai to Accra flights
Need a last-minute Mumbai to Accra flight for tomorrow, this weekend or in the next seven days? Our live BOM-ACC search pulls real-time fares — last-minute deals do appear on this route, especially on red-eye departures and shoulder days. Tap Search on FlightGPT with your date and we will return the cheapest last-minute Mumbai Accra options instantly.
Mumbai to Accra non-stop and direct flights
Most travellers prefer the Mumbai to Accra non-stop option. The direct Mumbai-Accra flight time is ≈ 16–22h (1–2 stop, including layovers). If you are flexible, 1-stop alternatives through major hubs can be 15-30 percent cheaper. FlightGPT lets you filter by "Direct only" or compare both side by side — useful when you want the cheapest Mumbai Accra ticket but are open to a layover.
Mumbai to Accra airfare — what to expect
Mumbai to Accra ticket prices on the FlightGPT live grid update by the minute. The lowest-priced Mumbai Accra airfare today might be on a low-cost carrier; the best deal next month might be on a full-service Emirates flight bundled with checked baggage and a meal. We compare fully-bundled all-in fares, never base fares with surprise add-ons.