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Nosy Be International Airport

Nosy Be, Madagascar

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Nosy Be International Airport

Nosy Be, Madagascar
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Gateway to Madagascar's premier tropical island destination.

Location
Nosy Be, Madagascar
Nosy Be International Airport (IATA: NOS, ICAO: FMNN) serves the island of Nosy Be, Madagascar's most popular tourist destination, located in the northwestern part of the country in the Indian Ocean. The airport connects the island to mainland Madagascar and select international destinations, primarily handling leisure travelers attracted by Nosy Be's beaches, marine life, and resort hotels. The airport has undergone infrastructure improvements in recent years to accommodate growing tourist traffic. Its runway and facilities support both domestic turboprop services and regional jet operations. Nosy Be's economy is heavily reliant on tourism, making the airport a critical piece of the island's infrastructure. Given the island's geography, the airport is the primary point of entry, as ferry connections from the mainland are lengthy and less practical for international visitors. Charter flights, particularly from European markets, supplement scheduled services during peak tourist seasons.
Terminals
The airport has a single small terminal building handling both domestic and international passengers.
Getting to & from
Ground transport from the airport to nearby towns and resorts is primarily available via taxi and hotel transfers, as no formal public bus service exists.
Airlines here
Air Madagascar (Tsaradia) operates domestic routes, while regional and charter carriers provide connections to Reunion, Mayotte, and seasonal European destinations.
Notable facts
  • ›Nosy Be is Madagascar's leading beach tourism destination, making NOS one of the country's busiest airports for international leisure traffic.
  • ›The airport is located on Nosy Be island, requiring all arriving passengers to cross by air rather than road from mainland Madagascar.
  • ›Charter flights from Europe, particularly France and Italy, operate seasonally to serve the resort-heavy island.
  • ›The ICAO code FMNN reflects Madagascar's national prefix 'FM' assigned to the country.
  • ›Nosy Be means 'Big Island' in Malagasy, and the airport serves surrounding smaller islands accessible by boat.
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Gateway to Madagascar's tropical island paradise on the Indian Ocean

Nosy Be International Airport, also known as Fascene Airport, serves the popular resort island of Nosy Be off the northwestern coast of Madagascar. It is the primary air entry point for tourists seeking the island's pristine beaches, marine biodiversity, and ylang-ylang plantations. The airport handles a mix of regional and seasonal international charter flights connecting the island to mainland Madagascar and select European destinations.

Terminals
  • Main Terminal — A single compact terminal handling all arrivals and departures, with basic passenger facilities suited to the island's tourism-driven traffic.
Ground Transport
  • Taxi services available outside the terminal for transfers to hotels and resorts
  • Pre-arranged hotel shuttle transfers offered by most island resorts
  • Tuk-tuk and moto-taxi options for short local trips
  • Car and scooter rental agencies accessible near the airport
Nearby Hotels
  • Constance Tsarabanjina
  • Henkies Lodge
  • Le Grand Bleu Resort
  • Hotel Princesse Bora Lodge & Spa
  • Vanilla Garden Hotel
Dining

Inside the terminal, food and beverage options are limited to a small café offering light snacks and drinks. The nearby town of Hell-Ville (Andoany) offers a wider selection of local Malagasy restaurants and seafood eateries reflecting the island's coastal flavours. Most visitors dine at their resort properties, which typically offer both Malagasy and international cuisine.

Traveller Tips
  • Arrange airport transfers with your resort in advance, as taxi availability can be unpredictable upon arrival.
  • Carry small denominations of Malagasy Ariary for tuk-tuks and local market purchases near the airport.
  • Check visa requirements carefully — Madagascar offers visa on arrival for many nationalities but conditions can change.
  • Flights to and from Nosy Be can be subject to delays; allow generous connection time if transiting through Antananarivo.

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Route map (4 destinations)

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Airlines serving this airport

Air Madagascar
MD
Air Austral
UU

Routes

NOS → DIEMD · 733
NOS → TNRMD · 733 AT7
NOS → RUNUU · 738
NOS → DZAZD · AT7
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