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Morondava Airport (MOQ)

Morondava, Madagascar · medium airport · -20.285° 44.318° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeMOQ
ICAO CodeFMMV
Typemedium airport
NameMorondava Airport
MunicipalityMorondava
CountryMadagascar
ContinentAF
Latitude-20.285° S
Longitude44.318° E
Elevation30 ft
Climate ZoneTropical
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score750
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryMadagascar
ISO Code
RegionMorondava
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 MOQ

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

🌡 Climate — Tropical (20.3°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

Morondava Airport (MOQ/FMMV) is a regional airport serving Morondava, a coastal town in Madagascar's Menabe region. It is the main air gateway for travelers visiting the Avenue of the Baobabs and the Tsingy de Bemaraha. The compact airport handles mostly domestic flights, chiefly to and from Antananarivo, and has basic passenger facilities.

💡 Local Tip
If you're connecting to Tsingy de Bemaraha, don't plan to arrive and leave for the park the same day; overnight in Morondava and start early, because the road to Bekopaka is long and can be impassable after rain.
🚖 Getting There

Morondava Airport is only a short drive from the town center, so taxis and hotel shuttles are the usual transfer options. Agree on the fare in Ariary before leaving the airport, as meters are not used. For the Avenue of the Baobabs or Tsingy de Bemaraha, arrange a private 4x4 or taxi in advance, especially in the rainy season.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Which airlines fly to Morondava Airport?
A: Scheduled domestic flights are operated mainly by Madagascar Airlines (and formerly Air Madagascar/Tsaradia) to Antananarivo; charter and seasonal services may also use the airport.

Q: How far is Morondava Airport from the Avenue of the Baobabs?
A: The Avenue of the Baobabs is roughly 30–45 minutes by road north of Morondava, depending on vehicle and road conditions; it is easily visited as a day trip from town.

Q: What facilities are available at Morondava Airport?
A: Expect a small terminal with basic check-in, security, and baggage claim. Food, shopping, and ATM options are limited, so bring essentials and cash.

Q: How early should I arrive for a flight from Morondava?
A: For domestic departures, arrive at least 1.5–2 hours before scheduled departure to allow for check-in and security, especially if the flight is the only one of the day.

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