United States
Ghana
Miami to Accra Time Difference
Accra is 5 hours ahead of Miami
Miami vs Accra — At a Glance
Miami to Accra — Hour-by-Hour
About Miami and Accra
Miami (population: 0.45M) is known for Latin American trade gateway, Art Deco architecture, and cruise tourism. 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 Miami and Accra is 2:00 PM–5:00 PM Miami time (9:00 AM–12:00 PM in Accra).
Calling Between Cities
To call Accra (+233) from Miami (+1), aim for late morning or early afternoon in Miami — that corresponds to evening hours in Accra when people are usually available.
Currency
Miami uses USD while Accra uses GHS. Check current exchange rates before making payments or transferring funds between the two cities.
Language
Miami and Accra share English as a common language, which simplifies business communication.
Use our world clock tool to compare Miami and Accra visually, or browse more timezone conversions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between Miami and Accra?
Accra, Ghana is 5 hours ahead of Miami, United States. Miami is in the America/New York timezone (UTC-4) and Accra is in the Africa/Lagos timezone (UTC+1).
When it's noon in Miami, what time is it in Accra?
When it's 12:00 PM (noon) in Miami, it's 5:00 PM in Accra.
What is the best time to call Accra from Miami?
The best time to call Accra from Miami is during the overlapping business hours. When it's 9 AM in Miami, it's 2:00 PM in Accra. Aim for late morning to early afternoon in Miami for the best chance of reaching someone during working hours.
What currency does Accra use?
Accra, Ghana uses GHS. Miami uses USD. 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. Miami also speaks English, making communication easier.
How do I dial Accra from Miami?
To call Accra from Miami, dial your international access code followed by +233 and the local number. Miami uses country code +1 and Accra uses +233.
