Good news for Antananarivo airport, and for the many travellers who regularly make the journey to Antananarivo. Madagascar from France, whether for business, family reasons (VFR) or tourism. A new major player has just made its debut at Ivato international airport. Emirates now serves Madagascar via the Seychellesat a rate of four flights a weekevery Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday.
The inaugural flight was welcomed with great fanfare on 6 SeptemberThe presence of President Andry Rajoelina was proof of the importance of the event. " In just four months, thanks to our shared determination and strong will, we have succeeded in launching this long-awaited inaugural flight with Emirates. Dubai and Antananarivo "said the Head of State, even evoking " A historic moment for Madagascar ". " I am convinced that it will act as a catalyst and a real lever for tourism and the economic development of our country. Madagascar is opening its skies to Emirates, and through Emirates, Madagascar is opening its skies to the world. Together, let us continue to dream, build and grow for the good of our nation. "declared Andry Rajoelina.
The flight schedule unveiled by Emirates provides for departure from Dubai at 8.55 am, arrival in Mahé (Seychelles) at 1.35 pm and arrival in Antananarivo at 4.50 pm. The return flight leaves Madagascar at 6.35pm, reaches Mahé at 10.20pm, takes off again at 11.50pm and lands in Dubai at 4.20am the following morning. As for the aircraft - a Boeing 777-300ER - It is configured in three classes with eight private suites in First Class, 42 seat-beds in Business Class and 310 seats in Economy Class. Emirates officials warn, however, that the exact specifications of the Boeing 777-300ERs used on the route may vary.
Emirates is optimistic about the potential of this new destination, the fifth in the Indian Ocean. The inaugural flight was almost fully booked from Mahé (Seychelles), as airline officials point out.
