SMS - Sainte Marie Airport
Sainte Marie, Madagascar
IATA Code: SMS · Sainte Marie, Madagascar
The airport code SMS is the IATA identifier for Sainte Marie Airport. You may also find it referred to as Sainte Marie Airport (SMS).
Sainte Marie Airport (SMS) serves Sainte Marie, Madagascar, in the Africa fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
SMS is the IATA airport code for Sainte Marie Airport, located in Sainte Marie, Madagascar. The airport is situated at coordinates 17.0939°S, 49.8158°E. The current jet fuel price in the Africa region is $5.56/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (Africa)
$5.56/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- SMS
- City
- Sainte Marie
- Country
- Madagascar
- Timezone
- Indian/Antananarivo
- Latitude
- -17.0939°
- Longitude
- 49.8158°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Africa
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from SMS
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| WMR - Mananara | 104 km | $1,619 | $3/passenger |
| TMM - Toamasina | 122 km | $1,899 | $4/passenger |
| WAM - Ambatondrazaka | 165 km | $2,569 | $5/passenger |
| WMA - Mandritsara | 175 km | $2,724 | $5/passenger |
| WMN - Maroantsetra | 185 km | $2,880 | $6/passenger |
| ANM - Antalaha | 239 km | $3,721 | $7/passenger |
| WMP - Mampikony | 258 km | $4,017 | $8/passenger |
| ZWA - Andapa | 272 km | $4,234 | $8/passenger |
| WPB - Port Bergé | 288 km | $4,484 | $9/passenger |
| TNR - Antananarivo | 311 km | $4,842 | $10/passenger |
| WAI - Antsohihy | 312 km | $4,857 | $10/passenger |
| SVB - Sambava | 315 km | $4,904 | $10/passenger |
| HVA - Analalava | 351 km | $5,464 | $11/passenger |
| MJN - Mahajanga | 402 km | $6,258 | $13/passenger |
| VOH - Vohemar | 414 km | $6,445 | $13/passenger |
| IVA - Ampampamena | 421 km | $6,554 | $13/passenger |
| ATJ - Antsirabe | 421 km | $6,554 | $13/passenger |
| WTS - Tsiroanomandidy | 439 km | $6,834 | $14/passenger |
| AMB - Ambilobe | 443 km | $6,897 | $14/passenger |
| NOS - Nosy-be | 450 km | $7,006 | $14/passenger |
| MNJ - Mananjary | 482 km | $7,504 | $15/passenger |
| DWB - Soalala | 488 km | $7,597 | $15/passenger |
| JVA - Ankavandra | 517 km | $8,049 | $16/passenger |
| TVA - Morafenobe | 526 km | $8,189 | $16/passenger |
| DIE - Antsiranana | 531 km | $8,267 | $17/passenger |
| ZVA - Miandrivazo | 536 km | $8,344 | $17/passenger |
| WFI - Fianarantsoa | 561 km | $8,734 | $17/passenger |
| BPY - Besalampy | 569 km | $8,858 | $18/passenger |
| WAQ - Antsalova | 579 km | $9,014 | $18/passenger |
| WVK - Manakara | 590 km | $9,185 | $18/passenger |
| MXT - Maintirano | 622 km | $9,683 | $19/passenger |
| WTA - Tambohorano | 622 km | $9,683 | $19/passenger |
| BMD - Belo sur Tsiribihina | 627 km | $9,761 | $20/passenger |
| RVA - Farafangana | 668 km | $10,399 | $21/passenger |
| MOQ - Morondava | 679 km | $10,571 | $21/passenger |
| DZA - Dzaoudzi | 682 km | $10,617 | $21/passenger |
| RUN - St.-denis | 732 km | $11,396 | $23/passenger |
| MJA - Manja | 752 km | $11,707 | $23/passenger |
| ZSE - St.-pierre | 753 km | $11,723 | $23/passenger |
| AJN - Anjouan | 800 km | $12,454 | $25/passenger |
| NWA - Moheli | 841 km | $13,093 | $26/passenger |
| MXM - Morombe | 851 km | $13,248 | $26/passenger |
| MRU - Plaisance | 907 km | $14,120 | $28/passenger |
| OVA - Bekily | 922 km | $14,354 | $29/passenger |
| YVA - Moroni | 927 km | $14,432 | $29/passenger |
| FTU - Tolagnaro | 932 km | $14,509 | $29/passenger |
| HAH - Moroni | 937 km | $14,587 | $29/passenger |
| TLE - Toliara | 944 km | $14,696 | $29/passenger |
| LFB - Lumbo | 1,003 km | $15,615 | $31/passenger |
| MNC - Nacala | 1,016 km | $15,817 | $32/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your SMS Flights
Jet fuel typically accounts for 25-35% of airline operating costs. When fuel prices rise due to global events like conflicts or supply disruptions, airlines pass these costs to passengers through fuel surcharges.
Currently, the Africa region has jet fuel priced at $5.56/gallon. This is approximately 108% higher than normal due to Brent crude elevated. EIA Gulf Coast jet fuel at $5.21/gal (2026-05-16). Airlines implementing surcharges globally. IATA reports $175/barrel global average.
Tips to Save on Flights from SMS
- Book during periods of lower fuel prices (typically Q1)
- Choose airlines with fuel-efficient aircraft (787, A350)
- Consider nearby alternative airports
- Book direct flights to avoid multiple fuel surcharges
Climate & Weather at Sainte Marie
Sainte Marie has a tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round, typically ranging from 25°C to 35°C (77°F to 95°F). Travelers should expect humidity and potential monsoon or rainy seasons depending on the time of year. Lightweight, breathable clothing is recommended, and staying hydrated is essential when navigating the airport and surrounding area.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through SMS
SMS provides air connectivity for Sainte Marie, Madagascar. Travelers should check entry requirements, local transport options, and current fuel price impacts before booking flights through this airport.
Planning Your Trip via SMS
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Sainte Marie Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from SMS
- Fuel impact awareness: The Africa region currently prices jet fuel at $5.56/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to SMS are WMR, TMM, WAM — consider these for potentially lower fares