Flights to Madagascar

Flights to Madagascar

Madagascar has a total of 11 airports, 2 of which handle intercontinental flights, 5 of these airports handle international flights. With domestic flights available at every airport, traveling by plane offers a fast and efficient way to explore the country. 6 of these airports exclusively serve domestic flights. All airports in Madagascar together handle 949 flights this month, departing from 23 airports in 11 countries, operated by 12 different airlines — none of them are a low-cost carrier. You can fly to Madagascar in Economy, Premium Economy, Business Class and First Class.

FlightConnections provides all the information you need to plan your flight to Madagascar. Airports, destinations, routes and schedules are all clearly displayed on our interactive flight map. If you prefer a list view, the sections below with available departure and arrival airports might be useful. Looking to see which countries offer direct connections? You'll find that information further down, along with all airlines flying to Madagascar.

For a more comfortable journey, explore the Business Class and First Class sections on this page. You can also use the Class filter to choose your cabin class and see routes clearly displayed on the flight map. If you'd like to travel with an alliance, you can do so with SkyTeam or Star Alliance. Simply use the Alliance filter to display their specific routes on the map.

Destinations in Madagascar

Explore Madagascar!

Discover all 11 destinations in Madagascar. The most popular airports are in Antananarivo, Nosy Be and Antsiranana. Collectively, the top 3 airports in these cities handle over 73% of all arriving flights this month.

Below is the full list of destinations in Madagascar, ranked by popularity based on the number of flights each airport handles. If you're interested in flying to any of these destinations, simply click it to view all routes, airlines, and flight schedules.

Airlines flying to Madagascar

When planning your trip to Madagascar, you have several airline options to consider. A total of 12 airlines offer direct flights to the country — none of which are low-cost airlines. The most popular airline is Air Madagascar, they handle 69% of all flights arriving here: a total of 658 flights this month.

Below is an overview of the airlines that offer their services, ranked by popularity.

What is the best time to visit Madagascar?

Madagascar has destinations with multiple climate types which are tropical, subtropical and hot mediterranean destinations. This means that the best time to visit depends on the destination you choose. However, considering most destinations and their weather, the best time to explore Madagascar as a whole is from May to October, during late autumn to mid-spring. In the sections below, you can find the ideal visiting time for each specific destination. We've categorized them by climate type to help you plan your trip and to visit Madagascar at the best time of the year!

🌴  Tropical destinations

The tropical spots in Madagascar are famous for their consistently warm temperatures, ranging from 25°C to 30°C (77°F to 86°F) throughout the year, along with high humidity and rainfall, especially in rainforest and monsoon areas.

Because Madagascar is located South of the equator, the dry season is from May to October. Therefore, this period is best for visiting tropical destinations. During these months it is mainly dry, while in the wet season it can rain for days. Temperatures are high throughout the year as is the humidity. As of today, you can fly directly to 9 tropical destinations, which can be found below:

🌐 South of the equator

🌺  Subtropical destinations

The subtropical destinations in Madagascar are known for their year-round warmth — with temperatures that often exceed 30°C (86°F). Destinations are characterized by vibrant cities, diverse ecosystems, and outdoor activities. Whether it's relaxing by the water, exploring lush forests, or enjoying urban culture, subtropical regions provide a perfect blend of nature, adventure, and leisure.

There is one subtropical destination in Madagascar at the moment accessible by plane. This destination can be visited all year round but is best to visit in the dry season from late March to May or from August to early November. During this period, temperatures are still pleasant because of the warm and long summer while precipitation is limited as the wet season is over.

☀️  Hot Mediterranean destinations

The Mediterranean regions of Madagascar are cherished for their warm, dry summers, where temperatures often exceed 30°C (86°F). In some inland areas, temperatures can rise even higher, sometimes reaching 40°C (104°F) or more while their mild winters see a bit of rain. This delightful climate, combined with beautiful landscapes and sun-filled lifestyle attract visitors from around the globe.

Madagascar currently has 1 Hot Mediterranean destination that you can fly to. The destination listed below is attractive to visit all year round, but is best visited in spring (September-November) and fall (March-May) when temperatures are pleasantly warm, especially since summers can get very hot in these regions.

Countries with direct flights to Madagascar

From which countries can you fly non-stop?

Below is a list of all 10 countries that have non-stop flights to Madagascar, including the number of airports that offer those flights:

Airports with direct flights to Madagascar

This section is ideal for finding the best airport to start your trip to Madagascar. All airports with direct flights are listed below, ranked by popularity. Currently, 12 airports across 10 countries and 2 continents offer direct flights to 11 airports in Madagascar.

Flying First Class to Madagascar

Which airports offer First Class flights?

If you're looking for a luxurious flight, you can fly in first class from Mahé , and arrive at Antananarivo (the only First Class airport in Madagascar). Discover below all airports that have First Class options:

Departure airports with First Class flights

First Class airports in Madagascar

Flying Business Class to Madagascar

Where can you fly to in Business Class?

In total, there are 18 airports across 8 countries that provide business class flights to Madagascar. As of today, you can arrive at 11 airports in Business Class.

Departure airports with Business Class flights

Business Class airports in Madagascar

Domestic flights across Madagascar

With a total of 20 domestic routes, there are plenty of flights connecting the major cities of Madagascar.

The list below provides you with a lot more information, from interesting statistics to an overview of all domestic routes.

International flights from Africa to Madagascar

There are 8 cities spread across 8 countries in Africa that offer international flights to Madagascar. Those cities offer direct flights to one of 5 airports in the country. As of today the best direct connections out of Africa are from Ethiopia, Réunion and Mayotte.

Antananarivo is the most popular airport for international travelers from Africa with 165 flights in April, representing 61% of all flights arriving from Africa. The majority of those flights are operated by 4 airlines: Ethiopian Airlines, EWA AIR, Air Austral and Airlink.

In the following sections we provide detailed information on the available routes from every country with non-stop flights and (if available) stopover flights:

Flights from Ethiopia to Madagascar

From Ethiopia you can fly non-stop from Addis Ababa Airport, and arrive at 2 different destinations in Madagascar. In total there are 2 direct routes from Ethiopia, operated by Ethiopian Airlines.

Ethiopia to Madagascar with a stopover

There are more departure airports available if you consider a stopover: 26 airports in Ethiopia offer flights to 2 destinations in Madagascar with a single stop:

Flights from Réunion to Madagascar

From Réunion you can fly non-stop from Saint-Denis Airport, and arrive at 4 different destinations in Madagascar. In total there are 4 direct routes from Réunion, operated by 2 different airlines — Air Austral and Corsair.

Flights from Mayotte to Madagascar

From Mayotte you can fly non-stop from Dzaoudzi Airport, and arrive at 4 different destinations in Madagascar. In total there are 4 direct routes from Mayotte, operated by EWA AIR.

Flights from Mauritius to Madagascar

From Mauritius you can fly non-stop from Mauritius Airport, and arrive at the only destination in Madagascar: Antananarivo. This is the only non-stop flight route from Mauritius to Madagascar, operated by 2 different airlines — Air Mauritius and Turkish Airlines.

Mauritius to Madagascar with a stopover

There is another departure option available if you consider a stopover: Rodrigues Island Airport offers 1-stop flights to 4 destinations in Madagascar:

Flights from South Africa to Madagascar

From South Africa you can fly non-stop from Johannesburg Airport, and arrive at 2 different destinations in Madagascar. In total there are 2 direct routes from South Africa, operated by Airlink.

South Africa to Madagascar with a stopover

There are more departure airports available if you consider a stopover: 18 airports in South Africa offer flights to 2 destinations in Madagascar with a single stop:

Flights from Kenya to Madagascar

From Kenya you can fly non-stop from Nairobi Airport, and arrive at the only destination in Madagascar: Antananarivo. This is the only non-stop flight route from Kenya to Madagascar, operated by Kenya Airways.

Kenya to Madagascar with a stopover

There are more departure airports available if you consider a stopover: 8 airports in Kenya offer flights to 2 destinations in Madagascar with a single stop:

Flights from Tanzania to Madagascar

From Tanzania you can fly non-stop from Zanzibar Airport, and arrive at the only destination in Madagascar: Nosy Be. This is the only non-stop flight route from Tanzania to Madagascar, operated by Neos.

Tanzania to Madagascar with a stopover

There are more departure airports available if you consider a stopover: 6 airports in Tanzania offer flights to 4 destinations in Madagascar with a single stop:

Flights from Seychelles to Madagascar

From Seychelles you can fly non-stop from Mahé Airport, and arrive at the only destination in Madagascar: Antananarivo. This is the only non-stop flight route from Seychelles to Madagascar, operated by Emirates.

Seychelles to Madagascar with a stopover

There is another option available if you consider a stopover flight: Praslin Island Airport offers a 1-stop flight to Antananarivo:

Intercontinental flights to Madagascar

Currently you can only fly to Madagascar from countries located across Europe. 2 different airlines are operating these long-haul flights.

All intercontinental flights can be found below — arranged by continent, country and departure airport.

Non-stop flights from Europe to Madagascar

From Europe, 2 countries have direct flights to Madagascar. 4 non-stop routes are available, operated by 2 airlines — none of which are low-cost carriers.

Flights from France to Madagascar

Looking to fly directly from France? This is possible from Paris only. You will arrive at Antananarivo — currently the only direct route connecting Madagascar and France. Flights are operated by Air France.

France to Madagascar with a stopover

There are more departure airports available if you consider a stopover: 22 airports in France offer flights to 4 destinations in Madagascar with a single stop:

Flights from Italy to Madagascar

There are 3 airports in Italy that have direct flights to Madagascar. You will arrive at Nosy Be Airport, the only destination for direct flights out of Italy. Flights are operated by Neos.

Italy to Madagascar with a stopover

There are more departure airports available if you consider a stopover: 28 airports in Italy offer flights to 2 destinations in Madagascar with a single stop:

Most popular routes to Madagascar

Whether you're looking to explore the scenic landscapes, charming towns and vibrant cities of Madagascar, visit friends and family or simply need to attend a business meeting — we've got you covered. Check out the list below to find the most popular non-stop flights available for your journey.

Popular routes to Madagascar with a stopover

If there is no airport near you offering direct flights to Madagascar, don't worry — you can still reach the country with a brief stopover along the way.

Below is a list of the most popular routes that require a stopover.

To see all 1- or 2-stop flight options, simply use the "Show indirect destinations" button on the map, or use the search bar to select your departure airport and discover all available routes from there to Madagascar!

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