Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Fort-de-France travel guide

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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 6 days in order to fully appreciate everything Fort-de-France has to offer.

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When to visit Fort-de-France

Fort-de-France in June
Estimated hotel price
$63
1 night at 3-star hotel
Fort-de-France in June
Estimated hotel price
$63
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 5 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Fort-de-France from the United States departs from Jacksonville and takes around 22h 23m.

Car

Another option to get to Fort-de-France is to pick up a car rental from Les Trois-Îlets, which is about 5 miles from Fort-de-France. You’ll find branches of Avis and Sixt, among others, in Les Trois-Îlets.

Plane

When flying to Fort-de-France, you’ll arrive at Fort-de-France Lamentin (FDF), which is located 5 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Fort-de-France from the United States departs from Jacksonville and takes around 22h 23m.

Car

Another option to get to Fort-de-France is to pick up a car rental from Les Trois-Îlets, which is about 5 miles from Fort-de-France. You’ll find branches of Avis and Sixt, among others, in Les Trois-Îlets.

Airports near Fort-de-France

Airlines serving Fort-de-France

KLM
Good (1,443 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,528 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,666 reviews)
GOL
Good (1,160 reviews)
Condor
Good (399 reviews)
Air Transat
Good (501 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,204 reviews)
Air Caraïbes
Good (44 reviews)
Corsair
Good (26 reviews)
Caribbean Airlines
Good (213 reviews)
Sky High
Okay (4 reviews)
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Where to stay in Fort-de-France

Average rates range from around $115 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $1,019 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Fort-de-France

Most booked hotels in Fort-de-France

Le Panoramic
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 1295 reviews)
$158+
La Suite Villa
5 stars
Excellent (8.6, 589 reviews)
$324+
Hotel La Pagerie
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1450 reviews)
$237+
Hôtel Bambou & Spa
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 2558 reviews)
$255+
Simon Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1241 reviews)
$224+
Centre International de Sejour
3 stars
Excellent (8, 860 reviews)
$105+

Renting a car in Fort-de-France

Renting a car in Fort-de-France costs $53 per day, on average, or $319 if you want to rent if for 6 days.

The most frequently booked car type in Fort-de-France is Economy (Opel Corsa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Class Mini Car or similar) are, on average, 49% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Fort-de-France costs $53 per day, on average, or $319 if you want to rent if for 6 days.

The most frequently booked car type in Fort-de-France is Economy (Opel Corsa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Class Mini Car or similar) are, on average, 49% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.