Private Jet Charter
Private Jet : Los Angeles ➔ Accra
Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.
Estimated distance
~5,480 km
Average flight time
~6h 41m
Recommended aircraft
Super Midsize / Heavy Jet (Challenger 350, Falcon 2000)
Whether for an urgent business trip or an exclusive leisure flight, our brokers organise your journey between Los Angeles and Accra aboard latest-generation aircraft. Discreet handling, dedicated cabin crew, FBO access at departure and arrival, ground transfers and on-board catering tailored to your wishes — every detail is curated by a Redwood senior broker.
Operational context
Chartering privately between Van Nuys (KVNY) and Kotoka International (DGAA) removes connections entirely: 12,188 km non-stop in 13h46. The flight plan is filed once takeoff performance at Van Nuys (2469 m) and alternate fuel are validated. Onward helicopter transfer available to Airport City / Labadi.
Departure and arrival airports
Van Nuys (KVNY)
On the departure side, Van Nuys (KVNY) serves Los Angeles from 34.21°N / 118.49°W. The general-aviation terminal is run by Signature Flight Support; 2469 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty. Helicopter onward leg to Beverly Hills / Malibu.
Kotoka International (DGAA)
On the arrival side, Kotoka International (DGAA) serves Accra from 5.60°N / 0.17°W. The general-aviation terminal is run by Jetstream Aviation Ghana; 3400 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation. Helicopter onward leg to Airport City / Labadi.
Route data
- Great-circle distance
- 12,188 km · 6,581 NM
- Estimated block time
- 13h46
- Recommended aircraft
- Bombardier Global 7500 (Ultra Long Range)
- Departure FBO
- Signature Flight Support — Van Nuys (KVNY / VNY)
- Arrival FBO
- Jetstream Aviation Ghana — Kotoka International (DGAA / ACC)
- Departure runway
- 2469 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty
- Arrival runway
- 3400 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation
- Onward helicopter
- Airport City / Labadi
Seasonality & slots
Year-round operations; watch the wet season for afternoon convective delays and alternate fuel planning.
Customs & formalities
International sector USA → Ghana: GENDEC, APIS and customs pre-notification filed by our operations desk; passports required, visas checked at booking.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Accra?
About 13h46 block time on a Bombardier Global 7500, for 12,188 km great-circle between KVNY and DGAA.
Which aircraft suits Los Angeles → Accra?
A Bombardier Global 7500 (Ultra Long Range) is the natural fit. Runway at arrival: 3400 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation.
How fast can we depart from Van Nuys?
Wheels-up is typically possible within 2 to 4 hours subject to slot and crew duty, from Signature Flight Support.
What about customs and formalities?
International sector USA → Ghana: GENDEC, APIS and customs pre-notification filed by our operations desk; passports required, visas checked at booking.