Cheap flights from Kumasi (KMS)

Ashanti regional gateway, recently upgraded for international service

Prempeh I International serves Kumasi, capital of Ghana's Ashanti Region and the country's second-largest city. The airport sits a few kilometres north of the city centre and was upgraded with a longer runway and new terminal to support international operations. Domestic carriers Africa World Airlines and PassionAir dominate the schedule with multiple daily flights to Accra.

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Major carriers: Africa World Airlines, PassionAir.

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Frequently asked questions

Which airlines operate from Kumasi airport?
Scheduled service from KMS is run by Africa World Airlines and PassionAir, both connecting Kumasi to Accra Kotoka multiple times a day. International routes have been added periodically as the upgraded terminal comes fully online. Flightmussy lists every operating carrier so you can pick on price and timing without signing up.
What is the IATA code for Kumasi?
Kumasi's airport uses the IATA code KMS, named Prempeh I International Airport after the Ashanti king. When booking, type KMS rather than the city name to avoid being routed to ACC by mistake. Flightmussy's search resolves both city names and IATA codes correctly.
How far is Prempeh I airport from central Kumasi?
The airport lies roughly 6 km north of central Kumasi, off the road towards Mampong. A taxi to Adum, Asafo or the Kejetia market area typically takes 15-25 minutes depending on traffic. Most travellers grab a metered taxi or Bolt at the terminal kerbside rather than pre-booking.
When should I book flights from Kumasi to Accra?
Domestic Ghanaian routes hold up well close to departure compared to international tickets, but Africa World and PassionAir both run cheaper buckets when booked 2-3 weeks ahead. Flightmussy's 12-month heatmap shows which weeks dip lowest, useful for planning around Ashanti festivals and Accra business trips.

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