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Ouani Airport Terminal

Plizio editorial teamUpdated: Jun 2026Data Sources

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The Ouani Airport Terminal, also known as Anjouan Airport, is the primary gateway to the island of Anjouan in the Comoros archipelago. Located near the city of Mutsamudu, the airport has undergone modernizations to meet the increasing demand for regional mobility. The terminal building features functional architecture adapted to tropical conditions, ensuring efficient movement for arriving and departing passengers. It primarily handles domestic flights connecting Anjouan with Grande Comore and Mohéli, while also hosting occasional links to neighboring island nations. The runway is technically demanding due to its position between the sea and the rugged mountainous terrain of the island. For the local economy, the airport is of critical importance as it facilitates the transport of goods and people on the country's second-largest island. Despite its modest size, the terminal symbolizes the region's commitment to enhancing its infrastructural connectivity.

Location: Comoros
Top sights: Ouani · Barakani, Anjouan · Gnatranga-Moiou
Nearby: Bazmini (5 km)

Best time to visit & climate

The most pleasant time to visit is Jul–Sep.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Avg °C	28	28	28	28	27	26	25	25	25	26	27	28
Rain mm	222	162	150	119	58	33	27	21	19	36	50	108

📋 Practical info

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Visiting

The Ouani Airport terminal on Anjouan is accessible as a public building, but the security area is only for ticketed passengers. The forecourt and arrivals hall can be viewed.

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Typical hours

The airport is open during flight times, which vary by schedule. Typically, the terminal is open from morning until the last departure.

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Photography

Photography is allowed in the public area, but not in security zones. The terminal façade and the runway from a distance are good subjects.

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Time needed

A visit to the public area takes about 10-20 minutes. To watch aircraft arrivals, allow an hour.

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Combine with

Ouani is near the capital Mutsamudu and the Sultan's Palace. Combine the airport visit with a trip to Anjouan's beaches.

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Getting there

Ouani Airport is about 5 km northwest of Mutsamudu. It is easily reached by taxi or shared taxi from the city.

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Insider tip

If you are not flying, visit the terminal outside peak hours to see regular operations. The terminal café has local snacks.

Geography

Coordinates

-12.13110, 44.42580

Facts

The airport's IATA code is AJN and its ICAO code is VOUA.
The runway has a total length of approximately 1,330 meters.
It is the only operational commercial airport on the island of Anjouan.
Key airlines operating at the terminal include AB Aviation and Inter Îles Air.
The airport is located directly on the coastline, just north of Mutsamudu.
In recent years, security measures at the terminal have been upgraded to meet ICAO standards.