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Tsimiroro Airport (TZO)

Ankisatra, Madagascar · small airport · -18.345° 45.016° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeTZO
ICAO Code
Typesmall airport
NameTsimiroro Airport
MunicipalityAnkisatra
CountryMadagascar
ContinentAF
Latitude-18.345° S
Longitude45.016° E
Elevation755 ft
Climate ZoneTropical
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score50
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryMadagascar
ISO Code
RegionAnkisatra
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 TZO

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

🌡 Climate — Tropical (18.3°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

Tsimiroro Airport (IATA: TZO) is a small airstrip serving Ankisatra and the Tsimiroro area in Madagascar's Menabe region. It primarily supports charter, private, and oil-sector flights rather than scheduled commercial service. The remote location and basic infrastructure make it a practical access point for nearby operations but not a conventional passenger hub.

💡 Local Tip
Frequent visitors confirm the airstrip's operational status, weight limits, and fuel availability with the operator before departure, since conditions can change quickly with weather and oil-sector activity.
🚖 Getting There

There is no public transport at the airstrip, so pre-arrange a private 4x4 or hotel transfer. Roads in the area can be rough and may become impassable in the rainy season, so allow extra travel time. If you are heading to Morondava or another larger town, confirm the route and fuel availability with your driver before departure.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Are there scheduled flights to Tsimiroro Airport?
A: No, TZO has no regular commercial airline service; flights are typically charter, private, or linked to local oil and exploration operations.

Q: What facilities are available at the airport?
A: Expect only basic airstrip infrastructure with limited or no terminal services, so bring any essentials you may need.

Q: How do I get to Ankisatra or nearby towns from the airport?
A: Ground transport is not readily available on arrival; arrange a private 4x4 or hotel pickup in advance.

Q: Is the airport open year-round?
A: Operations can be weather-dependent, especially during the rainy season, so confirm with your operator before travel.

AI-generated content · Generated Oct 2, 2026 · deepseek-v4.1-flash

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