Canada
Ghana
Toronto to Accra Time Difference
Accra is 5 hours ahead of Toronto
Toronto vs Accra — At a Glance
Toronto to Accra — Hour-by-Hour
About Toronto and Accra
Toronto (population: 2.9M) is known for Canada's financial capital, the CN Tower, and multicultural diversity. 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 Toronto and Accra is 2:00 PM–5:00 PM Toronto time (9:00 AM–12:00 PM in Accra).
Calling Between Cities
To call Accra (+233) from Toronto (+1), aim for late morning or early afternoon in Toronto — that corresponds to evening hours in Accra when people are usually available.
Currency
Toronto uses CAD while Accra uses GHS. Check current exchange rates before making payments or transferring funds between the two cities.
Language
Toronto and Accra share English as a common language, which simplifies business communication.
Use our world clock tool to compare Toronto and Accra visually, or browse more timezone conversions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between Toronto and Accra?
Accra, Ghana is 5 hours ahead of Toronto, Canada. Toronto is in the America/New York timezone (UTC-4) and Accra is in the Africa/Lagos timezone (UTC+1).
When it's noon in Toronto, what time is it in Accra?
When it's 12:00 PM (noon) in Toronto, it's 5:00 PM in Accra.
What is the best time to call Accra from Toronto?
The best time to call Accra from Toronto is during the overlapping business hours. When it's 9 AM in Toronto, it's 2:00 PM in Accra. Aim for late morning to early afternoon in Toronto for the best chance of reaching someone during working hours.
What currency does Accra use?
Accra, Ghana uses GHS. Toronto uses CAD. 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. Toronto also speaks English, making communication easier.
How do I dial Accra from Toronto?
To call Accra from Toronto, dial your international access code followed by +233 and the local number. Toronto uses country code +1 and Accra uses +233.
