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Current Date And Time In Ifanadiana, Madagascar

Monday, 27 July 2026
23:32:31 EAT
Currency: Malagasy Ariary (MGA)
Timezone: UTC +03:00 (EAT)
Population: 16,607
District: Ifanadiana

✈️ Ifanadiana, Vatovavy Region, Madagascar - Travel Information


Plan your trip to Ifanadiana, Vatovavy Region, Madagascar using verified regional travel data — plug socket types, voltage and frequency ratings, local emergency numbers, road traffic direction, country calling code and internet domain. A ready-to-use reference for field teams, travel planners, device shippers, remote workers and regional managers handling on-ground operations in Ifanadiana.

Why It Matters: Arriving in Ifanadiana with the wrong plug adapter can damage your devices beyond repair. Dialling the wrong emergency number wastes critical response time. Driving on the wrong side of the road is a direct safety hazard. This verified regional data helps you prepare fully before reaching Ifanadiana — so every trip, deployment or shipment runs without a hitch.

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🚗 Driving & General Info

Vehicles in Madagascar, which includes Ifanadiana, follow Right-hand traffic — check road rules for Madagascar before hiring a car, planning a road trip or deploying a commercial vehicle fleet in the region. This section also covers Madagascar's time zone +03:00, country calling code +261 (exit prefix 00) and country internet domain .MG. Key reference for travel coordinators, fleet managers, delivery planners and field staff running ground operations in Ifanadiana.

AttributeValue
🚗 Driving Side➡️ Right side of road
⏰ Time Zone(s)+03:00
📞 Country Calling Code+261
☎️ International Exit Prefix00
🌐 Internet Domain.MG

🚨 Emergency Numbers

Active emergency contact numbers for Madagascar — police 117, ambulance 124, fire brigade 118. Store these in your phone before you reach Ifanadiana. In a real crisis, calling the wrong number delays help by critical minutes. These contacts are relied upon by corporate travel coordinators, health and safety officers, on-ground field staff and expat support teams as part of pre-deployment safety planning and duty-of-care procedures in Ifanadiana.

🚔
Police
117
🚑
Ambulance
124
🚒
Fire
118

📊 Madagascar At A Glance

Key United Nations development indicators for Madagascar — a fast read on healthcare quality, education level and economic strength of the country you are visiting.

🌟
HDI Score
0.501
Low
👤
Life Expectancy
63.8
years
📚
Literacy Rate
74.7%
adults 15+
💰
GDP Per Capita
$545
USD / year
💼
Unemployment
3.0%
of labour force

📊 Source: UNDP / World Bank country indicators. See the full Madagascar development profile.

✈️ Nearest Airports

Airports closest to Ifanadiana for flight planning and ground transport arrangements.

Nearest to Ifanadiana
Regional Airport • WFI
Fianarantsoa Airport
Fianarantsoa, MG
56
km away

📍 Each distance is measured from the location center named in that row — Ifanadiana's exact coordinates.

✈️ How Far Is Ifanadiana From Major World Cities?

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Ifanadiana to the world's major travel hubs, with an estimated non-stop flight time for each route. Sorted nearest first — a quick reference for comparing route options, layover planning and rough journey budgeting before checking live fares.

CityDistance (km)Distance (mi)Est. Flight Time
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)5,236 km3,254 mi~ 6h 55m
Singapore (Singapore)6,600 km4,101 mi~ 8h 31m
Paris (France)8,998 km5,591 mi~ 11h 20m
London (United Kingdom)9,334 km5,800 mi~ 11h 44m
Sydney (Australia)9,875 km6,136 mi~ 12h 22m
Auckland (New Zealand)11,501 km7,146 mi~ 14h 17m
Tokyo (Japan)11,542 km7,172 mi~ 14h 20m
New York (United States)14,166 km8,803 mi~ 17h 25m
Toronto (Canada)14,571 km9,054 mi~ 17h 54m
Los Angeles (United States)18,033 km11,205 mi~ 21h 58m

✈ Flight times are estimates for a direct flight at typical cruise speed (~850 km/h) plus taxi and climb time; actual schedules, winds and routings will vary.

⏰ Local Time Offset & DST Status

Operating schedule alignment for Ifanadiana, Madagascar is set to Eastern Africa Time (EAT) with a current offset of UTC +03:00. Running digital systems, booking flights or arranging conference calls with regional partners in Ifanadiana requires syncing with local business hours to avoid logistics scheduling mismatches.

Standard ParameterCurrent Status
⏰ Active Time ZoneEastern Africa Time (EAT)
⏱️ Active UTC OffsetUTC +03:00
📅 DST Observing StatusNot Observed (Standard Time year-round)
🕒 Current Local Time11:32 PM on Monday, July 27, 2026

🌍 Time Difference From Ifanadiana to Major World Cities

It is currently 11:32 PM on Monday in Ifanadiana. The table below shows the live local time in the world's key business and travel hubs, and how far each one runs ahead of or behind Ifanadiana right now (daylight saving time is already included). Use it to plan international calls, meeting schedules and flight arrivals without time-zone mistakes.

CityCurrent Local TimeCompared To Ifanadiana
New York (United States)Mon, 4:32 PM7h behind
Los Angeles (United States)Mon, 1:32 PM10h behind
Toronto (Canada)Mon, 4:32 PM7h behind
London (United Kingdom)Mon, 9:32 PM2h behind
Paris (France)Mon, 10:32 PM1h behind
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)Tue, 12:32 AM1h ahead
Singapore (Singapore)Tue, 4:32 AM5h ahead
Tokyo (Japan)Tue, 5:32 AM6h ahead
Sydney (Australia)Tue, 6:32 AM7h ahead
Auckland (New Zealand)Tue, 8:32 AM9h ahead

ℹ Differences are calculated live from the IANA time-zone database, so active daylight saving periods in either location are automatically reflected.

💱 Money In Ifanadiana — Quick Exchange Reference

The local currency in Ifanadiana is the Malagasy ariary (MGA), written as Ar. The reference values below show roughly what one unit of each major world currency converts to — handy for a quick mental benchmark when checking prices, tipping or withdrawing cash on arrival.

$ 1 US Dollar
Ar 4,307.50
MGA
€ 1 Euro
Ar 4,897.59
MGA
£ 1 British Pound
Ar 5,725.46
MGA
A$ 1 Australian Dollar
Ar 3,012.12
MGA
C$ 1 Canadian Dollar
Ar 3,050.30
MGA

💰 Indicative mid-market cross-rates, last refreshed July 28, 2026. See the full currency profile & live rates before exchanging money.

🗣️ Languages Spoken In Ifanadiana

Knowing which languages are used in Ifanadiana helps with signage, transport bookings, hiring local guides and emergency communication. English proficiency varies by region — learning a few greetings in the local language always earns goodwill.

Official language(s):
FrenchMalagasy

🗣 Explore the complete language profile including regional languages and speaker statistics.

🗺️ Nearby Cities Proximity Directory

Aerial distance, direction bearings and direct links to travel standards guides for cities closest to Ifanadiana. Used by logistics coordinators, supply chain managers and on-ground operational teams to plan intercity routing, cross-border deliveries and transport corridors.

Nearby CityDistance (mi)Distance (km)HeadingDirection
Vohimanitra (Fitovinany Region, Madagascar)28 mi45 kmSouth (S)
⬆️
Fandrandava (Upper Matsiatra, Madagascar)29 mi46 kmWSW
⬆️
Ambohimahasoa (Upper Matsiatra, Madagascar)30 mi48 kmWNW
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Fianarantsoa (Upper Matsiatra, Madagascar)37 mi59 kmWSW
⬆️
Ikongo (Fitovinany Region, Madagascar)42 mi68 kmSSW
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🏛️ 7 Wonders Of The World — Distance From Ifanadiana

The closest of the New 7 Wonders to Ifanadiana is the Petra (Jordan), about 5,887 km away. Straight-line distances from Ifanadiana to all seven wonders, nearest first — a fun bucket-list planner with a full visiting guide for each monument.

WonderLocationDistance (km)Distance (mi)
PetraWadi Musa, Jordan5,887 km3,658 mi
Taj MahalAgra, India6,305 km3,918 mi
ColosseumRome, Italy7,901 km4,910 mi
Christ the RedeemerRio de Janeiro, Brazil9,183 km5,706 mi
Great Wall of ChinaBeijing (nearest major city), China9,840 km6,114 mi
Machu PicchuAguas Calientes, Peru12,445 km7,733 mi
Chichén ItzáPisté (nearest town), Mexico15,483 km9,620 mi

🏛 Click any wonder for its full visiting guide — entrance fees, best time to visit, how to get there and travel tips. Or browse all 7 Wonders of the World.

🌐 State & Country Travel Guides

Ifanadiana shares the same national travel standards as the rest of Vatovavy Region and Madagascar. For a broader view covering more cities and regional context, see the full state and country travel guides.

✈️ Vatovavy Region Travel GuideView travel standards for all of Vatovavy Region, including major hub cities.
✈️ Madagascar Travel GuideView nationwide travel standards for Madagascar.

⚡ Electrical Standards

Power supply in Ifanadiana, Madagascar runs at 230V / 50Hz using Type C/E socket. Always check your device's input rating before plugging in — connecting a 110V appliance to a 220–240V outlet will permanently burn it out. Carry the right plug adapter for Ifanadiana and a voltage converter if needed. Essential pre-arrival check for gadget travellers, hardware shippers, remote workers and field engineers setting up equipment in Ifanadiana.

StandardDetail
⚡ Voltage230 V
🔄 Frequency50 Hz
🔌 Plug Types
CType C: Two round pins (Europlug)
EType E: Two round pins + hole
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🧭 Ifanadiana's Travel Essentials — What Every Visitor Should Know

🔋 Before You Pack for Ifanadiana

A dead phone charger is a rough way to start a trip to Ifanadiana. Confirm the local socket type and voltage in the Electrical Standards table above before you leave home, then pack a universal adapter rather than hunting for the right plug once you land.

🚒 Save These Numbers Before You Land

Emergency response only helps if you dial the right line. Store the Emergency Numbers listed above in your phone the moment you arrive in Ifanadiana — not after something goes wrong. Corporate travel desks and family back home should keep the same list on file.

🚦 Rules of the Road in Ifanadiana

Ifanadiana keeps Right-hand traffic, same as the rest of Madagascar. Arriving from a country with opposite-side traffic takes a minute to recalibrate — roundabouts and multi-lane junctions are where the mistake usually happens. See the Driving & General Info card above for the full reference.

✈️ Landing Near Ifanadiana

The closest airport to Ifanadiana is Fianarantsoa Airport (WFI), about 56 km away. See the Nearest Airports table above for the airport nearest the state capital too — worth checking if it offers more direct routes.

🕑 Calling Ifanadiana From Abroad

Every call, meeting invite or delivery ETA involving Ifanadiana needs to account for its UTC offset — check the Local Time Offset & DST Status card above before you schedule anything. A miscounted time zone is one of the most common reasons a call with partners in Ifanadiana gets missed.

🗺 Planning a Route Beyond Ifanadiana

Ifanadiana rarely sits in isolation. See the Nearby Cities Proximity Directory above for the closest towns, their distance and compass heading from Ifanadiana — handy for a multi-stop road trip or a same-day delivery loop.

🔎 Explore More About Ifanadiana

ℹ️ Ifanadiana OverviewSee the full profile of Ifanadiana — population, GPS, timezone and more.
🗺 Ifanadiana MapView the satellite map with precise GPS coordinates.
📍 Nearby CitiesExplore cities near Ifanadiana for distance and direction.
💰 Ifanadiana CurrencyCheck live exchange rates before you budget your trip.

Frequently Asked Questions — Travelling To Ifanadiana

What side of the road do people drive on in Ifanadiana?

Ifanadiana, like the rest of Madagascar, drives on the Right. Confirm this before renting a car or booking a driver — see the Driving & General Info card above for the country's full road-rule reference.

What voltage and plug type does Ifanadiana use?

Ifanadiana runs on 230V / 50Hz power through Type C/E sockets. Pack a matching adapter or a universal one — see the Electrical Standards table above for full plug descriptions.

What are the emergency numbers in Ifanadiana?

In Ifanadiana, reach police on 117, ambulance on 124, fire brigade on 118. See the Emergency Numbers card above — save these before you need them.

What is the closest airport to Ifanadiana?

Fianarantsoa Airport (WFI) is the nearest airport to Ifanadiana, about 56 km away. See the Nearest Airports table above for airports near the state capital as well.

What time zone is Ifanadiana in, and does it observe daylight saving?

Ifanadiana runs on Eastern Africa Time (UTC +03:00). See the Local Time Offset & DST Status card above, plus a live time-difference table against major world cities.

What languages are spoken in Ifanadiana?

Ifanadiana shares the official and regional languages of Vatovavy Region and Madagascar — see the Languages Spoken card above for the full breakdown. Learning a greeting or two in the local language goes a long way with vendors and drivers.

Can I use my home currency in Ifanadiana?

No — Ifanadiana uses the Malagasy ariary (MGA), symbol Ar. Convert before you arrive; see the quick exchange reference above or the full Ifanadiana currency page for live rates.