Anjouan is one of three main islands in the Comoros archipelago, located in the Indian Ocean between Madagascar and the East African coast. There are no international flights to Anjouan. The route from the UK involves flying to Moroni on Grande Comore and then taking a short domestic flight or ferry to Anjouan.
Ethiopian Airlines via Addis Ababa and Kenya Airways via Nairobi offer the main connections to Moroni from London. Turkish Airlines via Istanbul is another option. The international leg takes 12-16 hours with one stop. From Moroni, AB Aviation operates small-plane services to Anjouan's Ouani Airport, taking about 40 minutes.
Return fares for the full journey come to around £650-900 in low season, rising to £1,100-1,500+ over December-January. The inter-island flight adds about £60-120 return. The ferry is cheaper but takes 8-12 hours.
Anjouan is known as the "Pearl of the Comoros" for its lush tropical scenery. The island produces ylang-ylang, vanilla, and cloves. Mutsamudu, the main town, has a historic medina and a 16th-century citadel. The island is mountainous, with Mount Ntringui rising to 1,595 metres.
Price Patterns
The dry season (May-October) is the best time to visit. Cyclone season runs from November to April. International fares peak in December-January.
Sweet Spot
6-8 weeks ahead for international flights. May-June or September-October for best weather and prices.
Avoid Booking
Cyclone season (November-April) when weather disruptions are more likely. December-January for peak fares.
Old Medina
Explore Mutsamudu’s historic old town with narrow streets and Swahili-Arab architecture.
Mountain Hike
Climb Mount Ntringui for lush rainforest trails and panoramic island views.
Beach Escape
Relax on quiet beaches with clear waters and volcanic backdrops.
Spice Tours
Visit clove and ylang-ylang plantations to learn about Anjouan’s spice heritage.
Coastal Views
Enjoy scenic drives along the island’s dramatic coastline.