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Ambatondrazaka Airport (WAM)

Ambatondrazaka, Madagascar · small airport · -17.795° 48.443° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeWAM
ICAO CodeFMMZ
Typesmall airport
NameAmbatondrazaka Airport
MunicipalityAmbatondrazaka
CountryMadagascar
ContinentAF
Latitude-17.795° S
Longitude48.443° E
Elevation2513 ft
Climate ZoneTropical
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score150
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryMadagascar
ISO Code
RegionAmbatondrazaka
Continent CodeAF
IANA TimezoneIndian/Antananarivo
UTC Offset (Standard)UTC+3
DST OffsetUTC+3
Current Offset--

🌬 Best Time to Fly

Recommended: November – February
Cooler dry season across Africa
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Dry: Nov–FebWet: Mar–Oct

✈ Airlines Serving WAM

ET — Ethiopian AirlinesMS — EgyptAirSA — South African AirwaysKQ — Kenya Airways

🌡 Climate — Tropical (17.8°S)

Jan
30°
22°
Feb
30°
22°
Mar
31°
22°
Apr
31°
23°
May
31°
23°
Jun
31°
23°
Jul
30°
22°
Aug
30°
22°
Sep
30°
22°
Oct
30°
22°
Nov
30°
22°
Dec
30°
22°
* Approximate average temperatures by month based on tropical latitude zone

✨ AI-Enhanced Insights

Ambatondrazaka Airport (WAM/FMMZ) is a small domestic airfield serving Ambatondrazaka, the capital of Madagascar's Alaotra-Mangoro region. It lies near Lake Alaotra, the country's largest lake and a major rice-growing area, and mainly handles light aircraft, charters, and occasional domestic flights. Facilities are basic, making it a simple gateway for travelers heading to the lake and surrounding highlands.

💡 Local Tip
Frequent visitors confirm the runway and access road by phone before flying, especially in the rainy season; the airfield is basic and the final approach road can be rough and poorly signed.
🚖 Getting There

Arrange a private car or taxi through your hotel or local contact before arrival, as there is no reliable taxi rank at the terminal. The airport is only a short drive from Ambatondrazaka town, but roads can be slow or muddy in the rainy season (December-March). For intercity travel, taxi-brousses depart from Ambatondrazaka's main station, not the airport, so plan a separate transfer.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the airport code for Ambatondrazaka Airport?
A: The IATA code is WAM and the ICAO code is FMMZ.

Q: Are there scheduled flights to Ambatondrazaka Airport?
A: Scheduled commercial service is very limited; the airport mainly supports private, charter, and occasional domestic flights. Check with local charter companies or tour operators for current options.

Q: How far is Ambatondrazaka Airport from the city center?
A: It is roughly 5-10 km from central Ambatondrazaka, typically a short drive depending on road conditions.

Q: What facilities are available at WAM?
A: Expect basic, small-airport facilities; do not rely on extensive services, shops, or ground transport at the terminal.
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