How it works
Booking flights to Ghana
Book on your own, or let us handle it. Either way, you will land in Accra, and our team will be there to meet you.
Last updated: November 12, 2026
Two ways to book
Book it yourself. Flights are not included in your fee, so you can buy your own ticket from any airline or travel site.
Let us handle it. Our done-for-you travel service prepares your visa application, books your flights and arranges your insurance for an added fee. Your yellow fever vaccination stays your own appointment.
Our travel partners
We work with Chase Travel and Amex Travel. Both offer a 24/7 emergency phone number for help if your plans change or something goes wrong on the way. Ask us how to book through them.
When to book
Wait for your acceptance letter, which confirms your dates and your exact price. Then book as soon as you can, because fares usually rise as your start date gets closer. Flights are not covered by our refund policy, so choose a fare you are comfortable with, and think about one that lets you change your dates.
What to expect
Flights to Accra usually cost between $1,250 and $2,200, depending on the season and where you fly from. From Utah the journey takes about 17 hours, usually through New York (JFK). From other cities, routes and times vary.
Our summer 2027 group trip arrives in Accra on July 21, 2027. Ask us about group flight options.
After you book
Tell us your flight details so our Ghana team can plan your airport pickup. Then read the arrival procedures.
Traveling under 18?
We offer chaperoned flights for a fee from some U.S. airports. Read about chaperoned flights and our under-18 policy.
Need help choosing flights? Email [email protected] and we will point you in the right direction.
More information
- How it works: Every step from application to your certificate, in order.
- Arrival procedures: Airport pickup, your first evening and your first day.
- Chaperoned flights: Extra support for travelers under 18.
- Visa and entry: Passport, visa and yellow fever requirements.
- Pre-departure support: Training, documents, health and packing.
- Information for parents: Answers to the questions families ask us most.
- How we keep you safe: Our team, host families, supervision and insurance.
- Your Changemaker Portal: The online home for your role, training and hours.
- Medical work experience for teens: A guide for high school students and families.
- Work experience vs. elective: What the two terms mean, and where our internship fits.
- Accommodation: Your host family home in Mepe.
- Frequently asked questions: Quick answers on every program.
- Under-18 policy: How we welcome and protect younger interns.
- Child safeguarding policy: How we keep children safe.
- Fundraising: Raise your fee with your own Zeffy page.