Tôlanaro Airport

FTU / FMSD

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
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Very Good 22° - 32° 27° 144 mm partly cloudy 81% 3.6 m/s 3.0 extreme 13.4h
February Very Good 22° - 32° 27° 133 mm some cloud 82% 3.5 m/s 2.8 extreme 12.8h
March Very Good 22° - 32° 30° 127 mm some cloud 83% 3.0 m/s 2.3 extreme 12.1h
April Excellent 19° - 31° 25° 73 mm some cloud 83% 3.0 m/s 1.6 very high 11.4h
May Excellent 16° - 30° 23° 70 mm some cloud 82% 2.9 m/s 1.1 high 10.8h
June Excellent 14° - 27° 21° 81 mm some cloud 81% 3.6 m/s 0.9 moderate 10.4h
July Excellent 14° - 26° 20° 60 mm mostly sunny 79% 3.8 m/s 0.9 moderate 10.6h
August Ideal 15° - 27° 21° 54 mm mostly sunny 78% 4.0 m/s 1.3 high 11.1h
September Ideal 16° - 28° 22° 36 mm mostly sunny 75% 4.4 m/s 1.7 very high 11.8h
October Excellent 17° - 29° 23° 50 mm some cloud 75% 4.4 m/s 2.1 extreme 12.6h
November Excellent 19° - 30° 25° 85 mm some cloud 76% 4.0 m/s 2.6 extreme 13.2h
December Very Good 21° - 31° 26° 138 mm some cloud 79% 3.6 m/s 2.9 extreme 13.6h

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