TKD - Takoradi Airport

Takoradi, Ghana

IATA Code: TKD · Takoradi, Ghana

The airport code TKD is the IATA identifier for Takoradi Airport. You may also find it referred to as Takoradi Airport (TKD).

Takoradi Airport (TKD) serves Takoradi, Ghana, in the Africa fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.

TKD is the IATA airport code for Takoradi Airport, located in Takoradi, Ghana. The airport is situated at coordinates 4.8961°N, 1.7748°W. The current jet fuel price in the Africa region is $5.56/gallon as of 2026-05-16.

Current Jet Fuel Price (Africa)

$5.56/gallon

⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%

Airport Information

IATA Code
TKD
City
Takoradi
Country
Ghana
Timezone
Africa/Accra
Latitude
4.8961°
Longitude
-1.7748°
Type
airport
Fuel Region
Africa

Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from TKD

Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.

Destination Distance Est. Fuel Cost Fuel Surcharge*
ACC - Accra 195 km $3,036 $6/passenger
KMS - Kumasi 203 km $3,160 $6/passenger
ABJ - Abidjan 242 km $3,767 $8/passenger
NYI - Sunyani 281 km $4,375 $9/passenger
LFW - Lome 364 km $5,667 $11/passenger
ASK - Yamoussoukro 456 km $7,099 $14/passenger
BYK - Bouake 483 km $7,519 $15/passenger
COO - Cotonou 488 km $7,597 $15/passenger
TML - Tamale 528 km $8,220 $16/passenger
SPY - San Pedro 542 km $8,438 $17/passenger
DJO - Daloa 561 km $8,734 $17/passenger
LOS - Lagos 594 km $9,247 $18/passenger
LRL - Niatougou 627 km $9,761 $20/passenger
HGO - Korhogo 651 km $10,135 $20/passenger
CPA - Greenville 659 km $10,259 $21/passenger
IBA - Ibadan 693 km $10,789 $22/passenger
PKO - Parakou 693 km $10,789 $22/passenger
MJC - Man 695 km $10,820 $22/passenger
BOY - Bobo-dioulasso 751 km $11,692 $23/passenger
ILR - Ilorin 797 km $12,408 $25/passenger
KEO - Odienne 819 km $12,750 $26/passenger
AKR - Akure 825 km $12,844 $26/passenger
OUA - Ouagadougou 830 km $12,921 $26/passenger
BNI - Benin 831 km $12,937 $26/passenger
NZE - Nzerekore 831 km $12,937 $26/passenger
KSS - Sikasso 836 km $13,015 $26/passenger
QRW - Osubi 844 km $13,139 $26/passenger
KDC - Kandi 867 km $13,497 $27/passenger
ABB - Asaba 945 km $14,712 $29/passenger
ROB - Monrovia 962 km $14,976 $30/passenger
PHC - Port Hartcourt 967 km $15,054 $30/passenger
QOW - Imo 996 km $15,506 $31/passenger
MLW - Monrovia 1,006 km $15,661 $31/passenger
KSI - Kissidougou 1,036 km $16,128 $32/passenger
ENU - Enugu 1,048 km $16,315 $33/passenger
NIM - Niamey 1,049 km $16,331 $33/passenger
MXJ - Minna 1,051 km $16,362 $33/passenger
TMS - Sao Tome 1,068 km $16,627 $33/passenger
NBN - San Antonio de Pale 1,080 km $16,813 $34/passenger
PCP - Principe 1,081 km $16,829 $34/passenger
BKO - Bamako 1,087 km $16,922 $34/passenger
KEN - Kenema 1,091 km $16,985 $34/passenger
GII - Siguiri 1,091 km $16,985 $34/passenger
QUO - Uyo 1,093 km $17,016 $34/passenger
ABV - Abuja 1,097 km $17,078 $34/passenger
MZI - Mopti 1,099 km $17,109 $34/passenger
WYE - Yengema 1,104 km $17,187 $34/passenger
CBQ - Calabar 1,121 km $17,452 $35/passenger
FAA - Faranah 1,144 km $17,810 $36/passenger
KBS - Bo 1,154 km $17,965 $36/passenger

* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.

How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your TKD Flights

Jet fuel typically accounts for 25-35% of airline operating costs. When fuel prices rise due to global events like conflicts or supply disruptions, airlines pass these costs to passengers through fuel surcharges.

Currently, the Africa region has jet fuel priced at $5.56/gallon. This is approximately 108% higher than normal due to Brent crude elevated. EIA Gulf Coast jet fuel at $5.21/gal (2026-05-16). Airlines implementing surcharges globally. IATA reports $175/barrel global average.

Tips to Save on Flights from TKD

Climate & Weather at Takoradi

Takoradi has a tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round, typically ranging from 25°C to 35°C (77°F to 95°F). Travelers should expect humidity and potential monsoon or rainy seasons depending on the time of year. Lightweight, breathable clothing is recommended, and staying hydrated is essential when navigating the airport and surrounding area.

Traveler Guide: Flying Through TKD

TKD operates within the African fuel pricing region. Aviation infrastructure across Africa has seen significant investment in recent years, with many airports modernizing facilities to accommodate growing passenger numbers. Travelers should verify visa requirements, vaccination certificates (particularly yellow fever), and currency exchange options before arrival.

Planning Your Trip via TKD

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