โฐ Minimum Connection Times
Domestic โ Domestic
45
minutes
Domestic โ International
90
minutes
Interline Connections
120
minutes
๐ข Terminal Information
Soalala Airport (FMNO) serves the remote town of Soalala in Madagascar's Boeny Region, operating Terminal 1 as a state-of-the-art facility at 141 feet elevation with a single runway 13/31 positioned at coordinates 16ยฐ6'6"S, 45ยฐ21'31"E along the country's western coastline. Air Madagascar operates all arrivals and departures from Terminal 1, utilizing efficient customs processing and streamlined passenger navigation services that demonstrate the professional capabilities of Soalala Airport's specialized staff in handling both domestic and limited international connections.
The terminal offers comprehensive amenities including a variety of cafes and eateries within Terminal 1, last-minute reservation services through Air Madagascar's ticket counters equipped with knowledgeable airline staff, and both online and airport counter check-in options requiring 2 hours for domestic flights and 3 hours for international procedures. The facility serves as a regional aviation hub connecting Soalala to Madagascar's capital Antananarivo and other major centers, with the nearest alternative being Ankokoambo Airport located 108.53 kilometers away.
Operational services focus on supporting the isolated Boeny Region's transportation needs, facilitating access to Soalala's coastal communities, fishing industries, and agricultural activities while providing essential connectivity for tourism, government services, and emergency medical evacuations. The airport represents a vital lifeline for this remote western Madagascar location, enabling efficient air transportation across the island nation's challenging terrain and connecting the Soalala area to Madagascar's broader economic and social networks through reliable scheduled and charter aviation services operated primarily through Air Madagascar's regional network.
๐ Connection Tips
Plan transfers carefully at Soalala Airport.
โฐ Minimum Connection Times
Domestic โ Domestic
60
minutes
Domestic โ International
90
minutes
Interline Connections
150
minutes
๐ข Terminal Information
Ambatolahy (AHY) is a small rural airstrip serving the Ambatolahy area of Madagascar. Facilities consist of a single basic terminal hut adjacent to the runway, supporting charter and occasional scheduled regional services when operating. Checkโin is handled at a simple counter or directly by the operator; passengers board on foot across the apron, and arriving baggage is returned by hand in the same small building.\n\nThe layout is minimal and highly walkable. From dropโoff to the terminal is less than a minute, and from the terminal to the aircraft is typically a 30โ60 second walk depending on stand position. There are no buses, jet bridges, or transfersโeverything is groundโlevel with very short walking distances.\n\nDomestic security screening, when applied, is conducted at the entrance to the departures room and is usually a brief process given the light schedule. There are no immigration or customs facilities on site; international formalities for any onward itinerary are completed at major hubs such as Antananarivo (TNR).\n\nAmenities are very limited: basic seating, restrooms when staffed, and occasionally a kiosk for water or snacks coinciding with flight times. There are no lounges or retail shops, and WiโFi is typically unavailable. Ground transport is by preโarranged vehicles through local accommodations or drivers; there is no formal taxi stand.\n\nAccessibility is stepโfree at the terminal entrance and across the forecourt; staff can assist passengers with reduced mobility. Family facilities are minimalโbring baby supplies and snacks, as there are no onโsite shops.
๐ Connection Tips
Remote highland location with basic services. Weather conditions can affect operations. Limited ground transportation.
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