Mamoudzou to Mahajanga flights
Mahajanga lies 347 km (215 mi) south of Mamoudzou, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 12 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Mamoudzou | Mahajanga | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Mayotte | Madagascar |
| Population | 54,831 | 260,556 |
| Elevation | 23 m (75 ft) | 20 m (66 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Indian/Mayotte) | UTC+3 (Indian/Antananarivo) |
| Nearest large airport | DZA, 6 km out | MJN, 7 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Mahajanga
Crossing from Mayotte into Madagascar: money changes from the Euro to the Ariary (MGA); sockets are AC power s and sockets: British and related types, Euro, SN 441011, Type E, Type K; the dialling code becomes +261; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q11185210 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648826.
Airports at each end
Leaving Mamoudzou
Mamoudzou is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Dzaoudzi Pamandzi International Airport (DZA), 6 km (4 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 6,330 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
Arriving in Mahajanga
Mahajanga is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Amborovy Airport (MJN), 7 km (4 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 7,218 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amborovy Airport | MJN | 7 km (4 mi) | 7,218 ft | 87 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Mahajanga from Mamoudzou?
347 km (215 mi) in a straight line, south of Mamoudzou.
How long does it take to get from Mamoudzou to Mahajanga by air?
About 1 h 12 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Mamoudzou and Mahajanga?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Mamoudzou to Mahajanga flights?
Typically Dzaoudzi Pamandzi International Airport (DZA) to Amborovy Airport (MJN).
What currency do I need in Mahajanga?
The Ariary (MGA).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.