Thailand
Ghana
Bangkok to Accra Time Difference
Accra is 6 hours behind Bangkok
Bangkok vs Accra — At a Glance
Bangkok to Accra — Hour-by-Hour
About Bangkok and Accra
Bangkok (population: 10.5M) is known for street food, the Grand Palace, Chatuchak market, and medical tourism. Accra (population: 2.5M) is known for West Africa's tech hub, Jamestown, and the gateway to Ghanaian gold trade.
Business Hours Overlap
Bangkok is a major tourism destination. Travel agents and hospitality businesses frequently coordinate bookings across the 6-hour time difference with Accra.
Calling Between Cities
When calling Accra (+233) from Bangkok (+66), be mindful of the 6-hour gap. The safest window is late afternoon in Bangkok (4–6 PM) to reach people during waking hours.
Currency
Bangkok uses THB while Accra uses GHS. Check current exchange rates before making payments or transferring funds between the two cities.
Language
Bangkok primarily speaks Thai, while Accra speaks English. For business communication, English is commonly used as a bridge language in international settings.
Use our world clock tool to compare Bangkok and Accra visually, or browse more timezone conversions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between Bangkok and Accra?
Accra, Ghana is 6 hours behind Bangkok, Thailand. Bangkok is in the Asia/Bangkok timezone (UTC+7) and Accra is in the Africa/Lagos timezone (UTC+1).
When it's noon in Bangkok, what time is it in Accra?
When it's 12:00 PM (noon) in Bangkok, it's 6:00 AM in Accra.
What is the best time to call Accra from Bangkok?
The best time to call Accra from Bangkok is during the overlapping business hours. When it's 9 AM in Bangkok, it's 3:00 AM in Accra. Aim for late morning to early afternoon in Bangkok for the best chance of reaching someone during working hours.
What currency does Accra use?
Accra, Ghana uses GHS. Bangkok uses THB. You will need to check the current exchange rate for transactions between the two.
What language is spoken in Accra?
The primary language in Accra is English. English is widely used for international business communication.
How do I dial Accra from Bangkok?
To call Accra from Bangkok, dial your international access code followed by +233 and the local number. Bangkok uses country code +66 and Accra uses +233.
