Maio Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 12h 28m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Maio Airport
The Maio Airport is an airport in Cape Verde located in the island of Maio, about 3 km north of the island capital Porto Inglês. Its runway measures 1,200 metres (3,900 ft) by 30 metres (98 ft) wide. Of the seven functioning civil airports in Cape Verde, Maio is the airport with the least traffic.
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Maio Airport has no reporting station; showing the nearest: GVNP.
Live weather
GVNPNOTAMs
GVNPReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 / 19 | 3,937 ft / 1,200 m | — | Asp | Unlit | Open |
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: NNE (from about 22.5°), on 48% of observations, averaging 14 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 79% | 851 ft | |
| Feb | 68% | 851 ft | |
| Mar | 82% | 851 ft | |
| Apr | 89% | 1,007 ft | |
| May | 91% | 1,081 ft | |
| Jun | 86% | 1,171 ft | |
| Jul | 67% | 1,327 ft | |
| Aug | 68% | 1,482 ft | |
| Sep | 74% | 1,482 ft | |
| Oct | 85% | 1,445 ft | |
| Nov | 92% | 1,282 ft | |
| Dec | 82% | 1,015 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~851–1,482 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Maio Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Maio Airport?
The ICAO code for Maio Airport is GVMA, and its IATA code is MMO.
Where is Maio Airport located?
Maio Airport is medium airport located in Vila do Maio, Cape Verde, at an elevation of 36 ft (11 m).
How many runways does Maio Airport have?
Maio Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 3,937 ft / 1,200 m.
Which airlines fly to Maio Airport?
Airlines historically serving Maio Airport include TACV (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Maio Airport?
Historical data lists 1 nonstop destination from Maio Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Maio Airport in?
Maio Airport is in the Atlantic/Cape Verde time zone (UTC-01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Maio Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Maio Airport is approximately 8.1° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Maio Airport?
The nearest airport to Maio Airport is Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI), about 20.3 nm to the sw, followed by Aristides Pereira International Airport and Mosteiros Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Maio Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.