Tôlanaro Airport

Airport Airport

IATA Code
FTU
ICAO Code
FMSD
Airport Type
Medium Airport
Class
International

Tôlanaro (Tolagnaro/Fort Dauphin) Airport is a regional airport on Madagascar’s southeast coast serving Tolagnaro town and surrounding areas. It operates a single small passenger terminal with domestic and occasional regional connections.

Tôlanaro Airport
Elevation: 8 m
-25.0381, 46.9561

Terminal Guide for Tôlanaro Airport #

The airport has one small passenger terminal handling arrivals and departures for domestic flights. Facilities are basic: check‑in desks, a waiting area and limited food/drink options. Expect minimal retail and service offerings compared with larger airports.

Getting to and From Tôlanaro Airport #

Transfers between the airport and Tolagnaro town are typically short; taxis and hotel transfers are the standard means of travel and journey times depend on local road conditions.

  • Taxi / car: Local taxis provide the most direct route into town; journey times vary with road conditions but are generally short.
  • Hotel transfer: Many hotels and guesthouses offer pickups - confirm arrangements in advance.
  • Driving: Road links exist but can be affected by weather; parking at the terminal is limited.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Tôlanaro Airport #

Facilities are minimal and suited to domestic operations.

  • Lounges: No airline lounges; seating is in the general waiting area.
  • Food & drink: A small kiosk may operate during scheduled flights; carry snacks for long waits.
  • Wi‑Fi & charging: Public Wi‑Fi is unlikely; charging points can be scarce - bring a power bank.
  • Luggage & storage: No formal left‑luggage facilities; verify with your airline or hotel.
  • Accessibility: Basic access is available but organised assistance should be requested ahead of travel.

Hotels and Layovers at Tôlanaro Airport #

Accommodation is in Tolagnaro (Fort Dauphin) town a short drive from the airport; there is no major on‑site hotel. Many local hotels offer airport pickup - arrange transfers with your property ahead of arrival.

Tips for Tôlanaro Airport #

  • Flights to and from Tôlanaro are limited - check schedules in advance and expect weather to affect services.
  • Arrange onward transfers before arrival if possible; local taxis and hotel pickups are the usual options.
  • Carry local currency (Malagasy ariary) as card acceptance and ATM availability at small regional airports are often limited.

Weather & Climate near Tôlanaro Airport #

Climate

Tôlanaro Airport's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with hot summers (peaking in March) and warm winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 14°C to 32°C. Abundant rainfall (1051 mm/year), wettest in January.

Air Quality: AQI 19 Good
Best Time to Visit
SeptemberAugustOctober
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
34°
Warmest Month
13°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 22°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (144 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

70 Very Good

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
22° 32°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

144 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
3.0
UV Index
Extreme
13.4h daylight

February

February is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 22°C. Significant rainfall (133 mm).

72 Very Good

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
22° 32°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

133 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.8
UV Index
Extreme
12.8h daylight

March

March is the hottest month, feeling like 30°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (127 mm).

72 Very Good

Comfort

30°
Feels Like Hot
27°C
Temperature
22° 32°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

127 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
12.1h daylight

April

April is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (73 mm).

86 Excellent

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
19° 31°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

73 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.6
UV Index
Very High
11.4h daylight

May

May is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (70 mm).

85 Excellent

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
16° 30°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

70 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.1
UV Index
High
10.8h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 14°C. Regular rainfall (81 mm).

84 Excellent

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
14° 27°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

81 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
10.4h daylight

July

July is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm) and mostly sunny skies.

86 Excellent

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
14° 26°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

60 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
10.6h daylight

August

August is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 15°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm) and mostly sunny skies.

90 Ideal

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
15° 27°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

54 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.3
UV Index
High
11.1h daylight

September

September is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm) and mostly sunny skies.

92 Ideal

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
16° 28°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

36 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.7
UV Index
Very High
11.8h daylight

October

October is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 17°C. Moderate rainfall (50 mm).

88 Excellent

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
17° 29°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

50 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
12.6h daylight

November

November is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 19°C. Regular rainfall (85 mm).

84 Excellent

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
19° 30°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

85 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.6
UV Index
Extreme
13.2h daylight

December

December is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 21°C. Significant rainfall (138 mm).

72 Very Good

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
21° 31°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

138 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.9
UV Index
Extreme
13.6h daylight

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