India
Ghana
Kolkata to Accra Time Difference
Accra is 4.5 hours behind Kolkata
Kolkata vs Accra — At a Glance
Kolkata to Accra — Hour-by-Hour
About Kolkata and Accra
Kolkata (population: 14.9M) is known for cultural capital of India, Howrah Bridge, and the Durga Puja festival. Accra (population: 2.5M) is known for West Africa's tech hub, Jamestown, and the gateway to Ghanaian gold trade.
Business Hours Overlap
The best window for business calls between Kolkata and Accra is 9:00 AM–0.5:00 PM Kolkata time (1.5:00 PM–5:00 PM in Accra).
Calling Between Cities
To call Accra (+233) from Kolkata (+91), aim for late morning or early afternoon in Kolkata — that corresponds to morning hours in Accra when people are usually available.
Currency
Kolkata uses INR while Accra uses GHS. Check current exchange rates before making payments or transferring funds between the two cities.
Language
Kolkata and Accra share English as a common language, which simplifies business communication.
Use our world clock tool to compare Kolkata and Accra visually, or browse more timezone conversions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between Kolkata and Accra?
Accra, Ghana is 4.5 hours behind Kolkata, India. Kolkata is in the Asia/Kolkata timezone (UTC+5:30) and Accra is in the Africa/Lagos timezone (UTC+1).
When it's noon in Kolkata, what time is it in Accra?
When it's 12:00 PM (noon) in Kolkata, it's 7:30 AM in Accra.
What is the best time to call Accra from Kolkata?
The best time to call Accra from Kolkata is during the overlapping business hours. When it's 9 AM in Kolkata, it's 4:30 AM in Accra. Aim for late morning to early afternoon in Kolkata for the best chance of reaching someone during working hours.
What currency does Accra use?
Accra, Ghana uses GHS. Kolkata uses INR. 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. Kolkata also speaks English, making communication easier.
How do I dial Accra from Kolkata?
To call Accra from Kolkata, dial your international access code followed by +233 and the local number. Kolkata uses country code +91 and Accra uses +233.
