Loading map...
RUN → TNR
Which side of the plane to sit from Roland Garros Airport (St.-denis) to Ivato Airport (Antananarivo)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of Reunion Island's dramatic volcanic interior immediately after takeoff and a stunning perspective of the Madagascar coastline and southern rice paddies during the descent into the highlands.
Search flights from RUN to TNR
Piton des Neiges
Aerial view of the Indian Ocean's highest peak and the surrounding volcanic massif shortly after departure.
Cirque de Salazie
Glimpse into the lush, rugged volcanic calderas that define the interior of Reunion Island.
Pangalanes Canal
The long, narrow chain of lagoons and man-made waterways running parallel to Madagascar's east coast.
Central Highland Paddies
Intricate terraced rice fields and red-clay earth characteristic of the Imerina region.
Antananarivo South
A view of the sprawling capital city nestled among the twelve sacred hills as you approach TNR.
For the best experience, book an early morning flight to avoid the clouds that frequently gather over Reunion's mountains by midday. Sit behind the wing to ensure your view of the Pangalanes Canal isn't obstructed during the descent into Madagascar. In winter (June-August), the air is clearer, offering sharper views of the volcanic peaks.
Get eSIMs for Reunion
Get eSIMs for Madagascar
Saint-Denis Coastline
Clear views of the capital of Reunion and the coastal highway carved into the cliffs.
Toamasina (Tamatave)
Depending on the flight path, you may see Madagascar's largest commercial port on the eastern seaboard.
Eastern Escarpment
The dense, humid rainforests that climb from the coast toward the central plateau of Madagascar.
Lavaka Formations
Unique 'heart-shaped' erosional features in the red soil of the Madagascar highlands.
The right side is ideal for capturing the vastness of the Indian Ocean and the northern sprawl of Antananarivo. This side often avoids the direct glare of the sun on morning flights heading westward, making it better for photography without window reflections.
Book Hotels in AntananarivoDistance: 871 km (541 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 27 min
Departure: RUN (-20.88710021972656, 55.51029968261719)
Arrival: TNR (-18.7969, 47.478802)
Route Type: International
Thank you for booking your travels through our travel partners. The commissions from your bookings keep this site running.