Madagascar is a large island country located off the southeastern coast of Africa in the Indian Ocean. It is the fourth largest island in the world, with a unique biodiversity that includes many species found nowhere else on earth. The capital and largest city is Antananarivo.
The official languages of Madagascar are Malagasy and French. Malagasy is the national language, spoken by the vast majority of the population, while French is used for administrative and educational purposes.
The currency of Madagascar is the Malagasy ariary, which has been in use since 2005. Before that, the country’s official currency was the Malagasy franc.
The flight time from the UK to Madagascar varies depending on the specific departure and arrival cities, as well as the airline and route chosen. On average, a direct flight from London to Antananarivo takes around 11 hours and 45 minutes.
Madagascar is 3 hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT+3).
The main airport in Madagascar is Ivato International Airport, located about 16 kilometers north of Antananarivo. The airport’s address is RN4, Ivato, Antananarivo, Madagascar.