Ivato Airport serves Antananarivo, capital of Madagascar, approximately 15 km from the city center.
It is the main entry point to the country, gateway to national parks and the extraordinary biodiversity of the island.
How to get to Ivato Airport
By Car
By Train
By Bus
Average travel time to TNR
Parking near Ivato Airport
The airport manages an official parking facility right in front of the terminal.
Parking prices remain at the average, not elevated.
How to get to Antananarivo from TNR
By Train
By Bus
By Taxi
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Car rental at Ivato Airport
Major car rental companies have desks in the arrivals area, useful for reaching national parks, though hiring a local driver is often preferable given road conditions.
Bring a driver's license, passport, credit card, and generally an International Driving Permit.
Hotels near Ivato Airport
Ivato
The area's hotels are 1-5 km from the terminal, with their own shuttles (free or paid) that avoid the traffic towards the capital.
Best for: Stopovers of a few hours or dawn departures, when it is best to stay a step from the terminal with your own shuttle.
- No risk of delay due to Tana's traffic towards the centre
- Direct shuttles, often free, organised directly by the hotels
- Residential area with no life of its own: for dinner you almost always stay at the hotel
- The historic centre and the Ankorondrano business district remain 20-40 minutes away
Recommended hotels
- Le Chat'o Park Hotel About 1 km from the terminal, with a free airport shuttle running 24 hours on request: among the closest options to the terminals in the whole area. View availability
- Relais des Plateaux & Spa About 5 km from the terminal, with a free airport shuttle at set times; pool and spa among the most mentioned points in reviews. View availability
- Flora Hotel About 5 km from the terminal, with a paid airport shuttle on request; the cheaper option of the two previous ones in the same area. View availability
Ankorondrano
About 20-30 minutes from the airport depending on traffic, in the Ankorondrano district north of the historic centre.
Best for: Business trips and those who want international chain hotels near the capital's main business district.
- Business district with the offices of banks and international companies
- International chain hotels with their own pool and restaurants
- Designed for offices, not for strolling: few independent shops or venues nearby
- The historic centre, with the Rova and the Analakely market, remains a taxi ride away
Recommended hotels
- Radisson Blu Hotel Antananarivo Waterfront In the private Tana Water Front area at Ankorondrano, with a panoramic rooftop pool and a restaurant dedicated to grilled meat. View availability
- Ibis Antananarivo Ankorondrano In the same business district as the Radisson Blu, a mid-range option with a good price-quality ratio according to reviews. View availability
Antanimena and Analakely
About 35 minutes from the airport; a paid shuttle is available on request.
Best for: Those who want the real centre, near the Analakely market and Independence Avenue, accepting the longest transfer from the airport.
- A few steps from the Analakely market and Independence Avenue
- More street life than Ankorondrano or the Ivato area
- Longest transfer from the airport among the capital's areas
- Traffic often congested in this part of Tana
Airport services
Shopping & Duty Free
Lounges & relaxation
Connectivity & Wi-Fi
Families & Children
Terminal guide
The terminal is appropriately sized for its role as the country's main hub.
To avoid risks, it's advisable to arrive 3 hours in advance for international flights.
Map of Ivato Airport
Frequently asked questions
Q. How do taxis work at Ivato?
They don't have meters and operate on zone-based fares: always agree on the price before getting in, or book an official transfer in advance for greater transparency.
Q. Is Madagascar famous for its lemurs?
Yes, the island is home to animal and plant species found nowhere else in the world, including over a hundred species of lemurs, all threatened to varying degrees.
Q. Can you get a visa for Madagascar directly at the airport?
Yes, citizens of many nationalities, including the EU, UK and USA, can obtain it this way for tourist stays of up to 90 days, at a cost that varies depending on the chosen duration.
Q. Is it worth hiring a local driver to visit the national parks?
Yes, it's often preferable to renting a car and driving yourself, given the variable road conditions outside the capital.
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