International hub · Accra, Ghana
Kotoka International
- Elevation
- 205 ft
- Coordinates
- 5°36′N 0°10′W
- Local time
- Africa/Accra
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Field information
DGAA runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Kotoka International (DGAA/ACC) has one runway, 03/21, 11,165 ft (3,403 m) long of asphalt. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1 & Avgas. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as RFFS category 9. Operating hours: Open 24 hours (H24). Slot coordinated (IATA Level 3): plan slot requests into the trip timeline. Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at DGAA, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
International hub
Time zone
Africa/Accra
Country
Ghana
GH
Municipality
Accra
Elevation
205 ft
Position
5.6052, -0.1668
Traffic level
High
Fuel
Jet A-1 & Avgas
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 9
Operating hours
Open 24 hours (H24)
Slots
Slot coordinated (IATA Level 3)
Airport category
B
Crew briefing required
Runways · DGAA
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/21 | 11,165 ft (3,403 m) | 200 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at DGAA.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Kotoka International (DGAA / ACC) in Accra, Ghana, through one 24/7 OCC desk. DGAA is listed in our network as an international hub. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.
Services coordinated at DGAA
One 24/7 OCC desk
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Overflight & Landing Permits – Ghana
Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Ghana. Applicable permit lead times for Ghana are confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request. For airline operators, navigation fee verifications, overflight charge audits, and CAA account reconciliations for Ghana are managed end-to-end.
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Ground Handling at DGAA
Direct FBO and handler coordination at DGAA covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
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Fuel Arrangements at DGAA
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at DGAA is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to DGAA
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for DGAA: 5° 36′ 19″ N 0° 10′ 0″ W; elevation 205 ft.
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Crew & Passenger Services in Accra
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Accra. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at DGAA.
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Cargo Operations at DGAA
Support for freighter operations into DGAA covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
Where DGAA sits in the network
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Operating into DGAA?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Kotoka International — one desk for the whole trip.