South Korea
Ghana
Seoul to Accra Time Difference
Accra is 8 hours behind Seoul
Seoul vs Accra — At a Glance
Seoul to Accra — Hour-by-Hour
About Seoul and Accra
Seoul (population: 9.7M) is known for Samsung and LG headquarters, K-pop culture, Gangnam, and rapid tech innovation. Accra (population: 2.5M) is known for West Africa's tech hub, Jamestown, and the gateway to Ghanaian gold trade.
Business Hours Overlap
Seoul and Accra are both prominent tech cities. Remote engineering teams often use asynchronous workflows due to the 8-hour gap, with code handoffs during the overlap window.
Calling Between Cities
When calling Accra (+233) from Seoul (+82), be mindful of the 8-hour gap. The safest window is late afternoon in Seoul (4–6 PM) to reach people during waking hours.
Currency
Seoul uses KRW while Accra uses GHS. Check current exchange rates before making payments or transferring funds between the two cities.
Language
Seoul primarily speaks Korean, while Accra speaks English. For business communication, English is commonly used as a bridge language in international settings.
Use our world clock tool to compare Seoul and Accra visually, or browse more timezone conversions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between Seoul and Accra?
Accra, Ghana is 8 hours behind Seoul, South Korea. Seoul is in the Asia/Seoul timezone (UTC+9) and Accra is in the Africa/Lagos timezone (UTC+1).
When it's noon in Seoul, what time is it in Accra?
When it's 12:00 PM (noon) in Seoul, it's 4:00 AM in Accra.
What is the best time to call Accra from Seoul?
The best time to call Accra from Seoul is during the overlapping business hours. When it's 9 AM in Seoul, it's 1:00 AM in Accra. Aim for late morning to early afternoon in Seoul for the best chance of reaching someone during working hours.
What currency does Accra use?
Accra, Ghana uses GHS. Seoul uses KRW. 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. English is widely used for international business communication.
How do I dial Accra from Seoul?
To call Accra from Seoul, dial your international access code followed by +233 and the local number. Seoul uses country code +82 and Accra uses +233.
