About flights to Reunion
Reunion doesn't get the same hype as its Indian Ocean neighbors, but the travelers who do show up? They know exactly what they're doing. With 14 non-stop international routes feeding into the island, you've got a mix of French holidaymakers, Madagascar regulars, and a growing crowd from Mauritius hopping over for long weekends. It's not a massive flight network — but it's a tight, well-connected one. The kind that tells you this island has a loyal following who keep coming back.
Why visit Reunion?
Reunion is genuinely unlike anywhere else I've been. It's French soil sitting in the middle of the Indian Ocean, which means you get excellent infrastructure alongside landscapes that'll make your jaw drop — active volcanoes, dramatic cirques, beaches on one coast and wild cliffs on the other. France sends three direct routes here, which says a lot about the strong ties between the island and metropolitan travelers. But it's not just holiday-seekers. Madagascar alone accounts for four routes, reflecting serious regional trade and family connections. Whether you're chasing hiking trails or a slower pace than mainland Europe, Reunion delivers something genuinely hard to find elsewhere.
Where flights to Reunion land
- RUN Saint Denis de la Reunion — 14 non-stop destinations (St Denis de la Reunion)
Top origin countries flying to Reunion
Where most of Reunion's incoming traffic comes from:
- Madagascar — 4 non-stop routes into Reunion
- France — 3 non-stop routes into Reunion
- Mauritius — 2 non-stop routes into Reunion
- India — 1 non-stop routes into Reunion
- Thailand — 1 non-stop routes into Reunion
- Comoros — 1 non-stop routes into Reunion
- South Africa — 1 non-stop routes into Reunion
- Mayotte — 1 non-stop routes into Reunion
Tips for travelers heading to Reunion
Everyone lands at Roland Garros Airport — IATA code RUN — in Saint Denis. That's your one commercial entry point, so no decisions to stress over there. The euro is the local currency, which makes life easy if you're coming from France. If you're flying in from India or Thailand, note those are single-route connections, so flexibility on dates is limited — book early. Peak season runs roughly July to August and over Christmas, when French visitors flood in. I'd honestly aim for shoulder season if you can — the island's less crowded and the prices drop noticeably.
Frequently asked questions about flying to Reunion
What is the busiest international airport in Reunion?
Roland Garros Airport in Saint-Denis de la Réunion (RUN) is the main international hub, serving as the primary arrival point for most of the 14 inbound international routes to the island.
Which country sends the most flights to Reunion?
France is the top origin country for flights to Réunion, followed by Madagascar and Mauritius, reflecting the island's strong connections to neighboring Indian Ocean nations and its ties to mainland France.
What is the best month to visit Reunion?
April to May and September to October offer the best weather with mild temperatures and lower rainfall, while these shoulder seasons typically feature better flight fares compared to the peak summer season and cyclone-prone months of December to February.
Do I need a visa to visit Reunion?
Visa requirements depend on your nationality; EU citizens and many other nationalities can enter visa-free as Réunion is part of France, but it's best to check current requirements with French embassy or consulate websites based on your country of origin.
What is the cheapest way to find flights to Reunion?
Use flight comparison websites like Google Flights, Skyscanner, or Kayak to compare prices across multiple airlines, and consider booking during shoulder seasons or setting up price alerts to catch the best deals on routes from France, Madagascar, and Mauritius.