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Gateway to Cape Verde's tranquil island of Maio.
Location
Vila do Maio, Cape Verde
Maio Airport (IATA: MMO, ICAO: GVMA) serves Vila do Maio, the main settlement on Maio Island, one of the quieter and less-visited islands of the Cape Verde archipelago. The airport provides essential air connectivity for residents and visitors to this small, sparsely populated island known for its pristine beaches and sea turtle nesting sites.
The airport operates as a small domestic facility, handling inter-island flights that connect Maio to other islands in Cape Verde, particularly Santiago. Given the island's modest population and tourism volume, the airport sees limited but vital traffic supporting local communities and eco-tourism.
Terminals
Maio Airport has a single small terminal building typical of minor domestic Cape Verdean airports, with basic passenger facilities.
Getting to & from
Ground transport from the airport to Vila do Maio is limited, primarily consisting of taxis and informal shared vehicles given the short distance to town.
Airlines here
Binter Cabo Verde (formerly TACV Cabo Verde Airlines domestic operations) and other Cape Verdean inter-island carriers serve the airport.
Notable facts
- ›Maio is one of the least-visited and least-developed islands in Cape Verde, keeping airport traffic low.
- ›The airport primarily serves domestic inter-island routes, with no scheduled international services.
- ›Maio Island is known for loggerhead sea turtle conservation, attracting niche eco-tourists who transit through the airport.
- ›The runway is short and suitable only for small turboprop aircraft.
- ›The airport is a critical lifeline for the island's population of approximately 7,000 people.
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 Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
