Ghana
United States
Accra to Phoenix Time Difference
Phoenix is 7 hours behind Accra
Accra vs Phoenix — At a Glance
Accra to Phoenix — Hour-by-Hour
About Accra and Phoenix
Accra (population: 2.5M) is known for West Africa's tech hub, Jamestown, and the gateway to Ghanaian gold trade. Phoenix (population: 1.6M) is known for year-round sunshine, the Sonoran Desert, and semiconductor manufacturing.
Business Hours Overlap
With a 7-hour difference, teams in Accra and Phoenix typically rely on a narrow overlap window for real-time meetings and use async tools like Slack or email for the rest.
Calling Between Cities
When calling Phoenix (+1) from Accra (+233), be mindful of the 7-hour gap. The safest window is late afternoon in Accra (4–6 PM) to reach people during waking hours.
Currency
Accra uses GHS while Phoenix uses USD. Check current exchange rates before making payments or transferring funds between the two cities.
Language
Accra and Phoenix share English as a common language, which simplifies business communication.
Use our world clock tool to compare Accra and Phoenix visually, or browse more timezone conversions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between Accra and Phoenix?
Phoenix, United States is 7 hours behind Accra, Ghana. Accra is in the Africa/Lagos timezone (UTC+1) and Phoenix is in the America/Denver timezone (UTC-6).
When it's noon in Accra, what time is it in Phoenix?
When it's 12:00 PM (noon) in Accra, it's 5:00 AM in Phoenix.
What is the best time to call Phoenix from Accra?
The best time to call Phoenix from Accra is during the overlapping business hours. When it's 9 AM in Accra, it's 2:00 AM in Phoenix. Aim for late morning to early afternoon in Accra for the best chance of reaching someone during working hours.
What currency does Phoenix use?
Phoenix, United States uses USD. Accra uses GHS. You will need to check the current exchange rate for transactions between the two.
What language is spoken in Phoenix?
The primary languages in Phoenix are English, Spanish. Accra also speaks English, making communication easier.
How do I dial Phoenix from Accra?
To call Phoenix from Accra, dial your international access code followed by +1 and the local number. Accra uses country code +233 and Phoenix uses +1.
