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Malaimbandy Airport (WML)

Malaimbandy, Madagascar · small airport · -20.355° 45.543° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeWML
ICAO CodeFMMC
Typesmall airport
NameMalaimbandy Airport
MunicipalityMalaimbandy
CountryMadagascar
ContinentAF
Latitude-20.355° S
Longitude45.543° E
Elevation597 ft
Climate ZoneTropical
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score50
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryMadagascar
ISO Code
RegionMalaimbandy
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 WML

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

🌡 Climate — Tropical (20.4°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

Malaimbandy Airport (WML/FMMC) is a small domestic airstrip serving Malaimbandy in Madagascar’s Menabe region, near the country’s western interior. It handles light aircraft and charter flights rather than large commercial service, with basic facilities typical of rural Malagasy airfields. Its location makes it a practical access point for nearby communities and remote areas in the region.

💡 Local Tip
Carry small-denomination Malagasy ariary for local transfers, as card payment and ATMs are unlikely near the airstrip. If visiting in the rainy season, confirm the strip condition with your operator before flying, since unpaved rural airfields can be affected by heavy rain.
🚖 Getting There

Access is generally by road or local transfer from Malaimbandy; confirm with your charter operator or hotel before arrival. Roads in this part of Madagascar can be rough, especially in the rainy season, so allow extra time. There is no major public transit at the airport; pre-arranged 4x4 or taxi-brousse connections are the usual options.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What airlines fly to Malaimbandy Airport?
A: No major scheduled airlines are based here; service is typically limited to charter, private, and occasional light-aircraft flights.

Q: What is the airport code?
A: The IATA code is WML and the ICAO code is FMMC.

Q: Are there regular passenger services?
A: Not usually; travelers should confirm charter or private arrangements in advance.

Q: How far is the airport from Malaimbandy town?
A: It is close to Malaimbandy, but exact transfer times vary, so arrange local pickup ahead of arrival.
AI-generated content · Generated Sep 26, 2026 · deepseek-v4.1-flash

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