Seychelles' primary international gateway on Mahé Island.
Opened
1971
Location
Victoria, Seychelles
Seychelles International Airport (SEZ/FSIA) is the main airport serving the Republic of Seychelles, located on the island of Mahé near the capital city of Victoria. It is the only international airport in the country and handles the vast majority of the archipelago's air traffic, supporting both tourism and cargo operations.
The airport has undergone several expansions and modernization projects over the decades to accommodate growing passenger numbers driven by the islands' thriving tourism industry. It serves flights from Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia.
Air Seychelles, the national carrier, operates its hub here alongside numerous international airlines that provide seasonal and year-round scheduled services. The airport's single runway extends into reclaimed land along the coast.
Terminals
The airport has a single passenger terminal handling both international and domestic arrivals and departures.
Getting to & from
The airport is approximately 10 kilometres from Victoria city centre and is served by taxis and bus services for ground transportation.
Airlines here
Major airlines serving SEZ include Air Seychelles, Emirates, Etihad Airways, Air France, Condor, and Kenya Airways, among others.
Notable facts
- ›The airport is built partly on reclaimed land along the northeastern coast of Mahé Island.
- ›It has a single runway (ICAO code 13/31) of approximately 2,987 metres in length.
- ›Seychelles International Airport is the hub for Air Seychelles, the national flag carrier.
- ›The airport handled over 600,000 passengers annually in peak pre-pandemic years.
- ›It serves as the primary entry point for tourists visiting the Seychelles archipelago of 115 islands.
This profile is provided for general information only. Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
