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Soalala Airport (DWB)

Soalala, Madagascar · small airport · -16.102° 45.359° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeDWB
ICAO CodeFMNO
Typesmall airport
NameSoalala Airport
MunicipalitySoalala
CountryMadagascar
ContinentAF
Latitude-16.102° S
Longitude45.359° E
Elevation141 ft
Climate ZoneTropical
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score150
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryMadagascar
ISO Code
RegionSoalala
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 DWB

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

🌡 Climate — Tropical (16.1°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

Soalala Airport (DWB/FMNO) is a small airstrip serving Soalala, a coastal town in northwestern Madagascar's Boeny Region. It provides basic access to the remote Soalala area and nearby Baly Bay, a region known for mangroves and protected marine habitats. The airport has limited facilities and mostly handles light aircraft, charters, and occasional domestic services.

💡 Local Tip
If visiting Baly Bay National Park, book guides and boat transport in advance—tides and limited operators can make same-day arrangements difficult.
🚖 Getting There

The airport is close to Soalala town, so most transfers are by pre-arranged taxi, hotel pickup, or private vehicle. Public transport is not reliable; confirm your ride and fare before arrival. Many travelers reach Soalala via a domestic flight or charter from Mahajanga or Antananarivo, then continue by road or boat.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the airport code for Soalala Airport?
A: Soalala Airport has IATA code DWB and ICAO code FMNO.

Q: Are there scheduled flights to Soalala Airport?
A: Scheduled service is limited and often seasonal or charter-based; check with local airlines or charter operators before planning travel.

Q: How far is Soalala Airport from the town center?
A: The airport is close to Soalala town, typically a short drive or walk, but confirm local transfer options on arrival.

Q: What facilities are available at Soalala Airport?
A: Expect only basic facilities. There may be no ATM, restaurant, or regular ground transport, so bring essentials and arrange pickup in advance.
AI-generated content · Generated Sep 30, 2026 · deepseek-v4.1-flash

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NKO Ankokoambo Airport Ankokoambo, Madagascar 111.1 km 69.0 mi View →
MJN Amborovy Airport Mahajanga, Madagascar 116.6 km 72.5 mi View →
BPY Besalampy Airport Besalampy, Madagascar 117.7 km 73.1 mi View →
AMY Ambatomainty Airport Madagascar, Madagascar 178.5 km 110.9 mi View →
BZM Bemolanga Airport Bemolanga, Madagascar 179.2 km 111.4 mi View →

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