Fort-de-France travel guide

Fort-de-France Tourism | Fort-de-France Guide

You're Going to Love Fort-de-France

With 89,995 inhabitants, Fort-de-France is the most populous city in Martinique. It is the most popular tourist destination in the country. We recommend you stay at least 5 days in order to fully appreciate everything Fort-de-France has to offer.

When to visit Fort-de-France

Fort-de-France in October
Estimated hotel price
$111
1 night at 3-star hotel
Fort-de-France in October
Estimated hotel price
$111
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Fort-de-France

Plane

When flying to Fort-de-France, you’ll arrive at Fort-de-France Lamentin (FDF), which is located 8 km from the city center. The shortest flight to Fort-de-France from the United States departs from New York and takes around 8h 04m.

Car

Another option to get to Fort-de-France is to pick up a car rental from Le Lamentin, which is about 7 km from Fort-de-France. You’ll find branches of JUMBO CAR and Alamo, among others, in Le Lamentin.

Plane

When flying to Fort-de-France, you’ll arrive at Fort-de-France Lamentin (FDF), which is located 8 km from the city center. The shortest flight to Fort-de-France from the United States departs from New York and takes around 8h 04m.

Car

Another option to get to Fort-de-France is to pick up a car rental from Le Lamentin, which is about 7 km from Fort-de-France. You’ll find branches of JUMBO CAR and Alamo, among others, in Le Lamentin.

Airports near Fort-de-France

Airlines serving Fort-de-France

KLM
Good (848 reviews)
Air France
Good (974 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,718 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (5,778 reviews)
Condor
Good (253 reviews)
Air Transat
Good (274 reviews)
Air Caraïbes
Good (26 reviews)
Corsair
Excellent (14 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Fort-de-France

Most booked hotels in Fort-de-France

La Suite Villa
5 stars
Excellent (8.3, 547 reviews)
$237+
Hôtel Bambou & Spa
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 3408 reviews)
$189+
Hotel La Pagerie
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1062 reviews)
$144+
Simon Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 819 reviews)
$165+
Karibea La Valmeniere Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.8, 1933 reviews)
$115+
Karibea Squash Hôtel
3 stars
Good (7.5, 1160 reviews)
$119+

Renting a car in Fort-de-France

Renting a car in Fort-de-France costs $34 per day, on average, or $171 if you want to rent if for 5 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 5% more expensive than at Fort-de-France Lamentin.

Economy (Fiat Panda or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Fort-de-France, while also 61% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Fort-de-France costs $34 per day, on average, or $171 if you want to rent if for 5 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 5% more expensive than at Fort-de-France Lamentin.

Economy (Fiat Panda or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Fort-de-France, while also 61% cheaper than other types, on average.