About Kumasi
Located in the Ashanti region of south Ghana, Kumasi had a population of about 2 million according to the 2012 census. Kumasi is the second most populated city in Ghana and is located 250 km from the country’s capital, Accra. Situated in close proximity to Lake Bosumtwi the city is located in a rain forest area making it rich with beautiful flowers and plants, so it is also known as “The Garden City”.
A large majority of the city’s population is made up of Ashanti people. However, the population of other nationalities is increasing every day. 80% of the population is Christian. Kumasi is the richest city in the region known as Ashantiland, located in southern Ghana. The main exports in the city include hardwood and cocoa beans. Also, half of Ashantiland’s timber industry is in Kumasi, employing over 4 thousand people. Kumasi is also home to the Guinness Ghana Breweries.
Transportation to Kumasi City Center from Airport
Kumasi Airport
In Kumasi, which is Ghana's city surrounded by rainforests, the airport is located about 6 kilometers away from the center. Kumasi Airport is also among the busiest airports of the country with its monthly passenger traffic of approximately 50 thousand people. You can take advantage of the taxis waiting for their passengers at Kumasi Airport for traveling to the city center from the airport where regular flights are organized to Tamale and Accra.
If you want to travel from Kumasi Airport to the center with your family or friends, you can use a private shuttle with a passenger capacity of up to 8 passengers. You also have the chance to travel to the center with a hotel shuttle in the region that is not very rich in terms of hotels. However, if you plan to benefit from this extremely comfortable alternative, it is recommended to make an online search and make a reservation for suitable options around Kumasi in advance.
Taxi
When you land at the airport in Kumasi, which is one of the important transportation centers of the country along with Accra, the capital of Ghana, you can see the taxis just at the exit of the terminal. The transportation to the city center by Kumasi taxis takes only 10 minutes. Taxi fares in Ghana are extremely budget-friendly especially for short distances. It is possible to use a taxi by paying only a few dollars. You can learn the average price by showing your destination on the map before getting on any Kumasi Airport taxi. If you wish to take a taxi with passengers who want to travel to the same destination with you, remember that you can take advantage of these vehicles if you prefer this option.
Private Shuttle
Private shuttles are frequently preferred in the transportation between the airport and the city center. The reason for the popularity of these vehicles is that they are very safe. Since they are also among the budget-friendly transportation alternatives, they are very popular among tourists. You can reach the city center in about 15 minutes by paying only a few dollars for these vehicles.
Car Rental
Renting a car is not an alternative as common as taxis and private shuttles. If you need to rent a car in the country, you need have your international driver’s license with you. You can choose your car online, prefer a vehicle with or without a driver. You can get information about the rental cars by contacting your hotel in advance. The cost of renting a car in Kumasi may vary depending on the vehicle type and duration of renting. The daily cost of renting a car generally around 15-20 dollars.
