With 1,39 million inhabitants, Antananarivo is the most populous city in Madagascar. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Antananarivo has to offer.
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Antananarivo in January, when the average temperature is 21 °C, and the highest can go up to 25 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is July, when it can get as cold as 10 °C, with an average temperature of 15 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 280 mm. In contrast, June is usually the driest month of the year in Antananarivo, with an average rainfall of 0 mm.
When flying to Antananarivo, you’ll arrive at Antananarivo (TNR), which is located 13 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Antananarivo from Ireland departs from Dublin and takes around 23h 05m.
From 5-star hotels such as the Carlton Madagascar to great affordable options like the Hotel Brajas, Antananarivo offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around €38 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to €83 and up for a 5-star experience.
The most frequently booked car type in Antananarivo is Intermediate (Suzuki Vitara or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Class Mini Car or similar) is, on average, 33% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.