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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 5 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 October
Estimated hotel price
$121
1 night at 3-star hotel
Fort-de-France in October
Estimated hotel price
$121
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 Washington, D.C. and takes around 8h 20m.

Car

Another option to get to Fort-de-France is to pick up a car rental from Les Trois-Îlets, which is about 9 km from Fort-de-France. You’ll find branches of JUMBO CAR and Avis, 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 8 km from the city center. The shortest flight to Fort-de-France from the United States departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 8h 20m.

Car

Another option to get to Fort-de-France is to pick up a car rental from Les Trois-Îlets, which is about 9 km from Fort-de-France. You’ll find branches of JUMBO CAR and Avis, among others, in Les Trois-Îlets.

Airports near Fort-de-France

FDFFort-de-France Lamentin

Airlines serving Fort-de-France

KLM
Good (1,571 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,645 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,576 reviews)
GOL
Good (1,288 reviews)
Condor
Good (573 reviews)
Air Transat
Good (575 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (12,029 reviews)
Corsair
Good (27 reviews)
Air Caraïbes
Good (49 reviews)
Caribbean Airlines
Good (232 reviews)
Sky High
Good (5 reviews)
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Where to stay in Fort-de-France

Average rates range from around $116 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $69 and up for a 5-star experience.

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

Most booked hotels in Fort-de-France

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La Suite Villa
5 stars
Excellent (8.6, 630 reviews)
$225+
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Hotel La Pagerie
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1530 reviews)
$169+
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Hotel Bambou
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 3896 reviews)
$153+
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B&B HOME Fort-de-France Marina
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 408 reviews)
$128+
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Centre International de Sejour
3 stars
Excellent (8, 979 reviews)
$104+
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Karibea Valmenière Hôtel
3 stars
Good (7.9, 1673 reviews)
$136+
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Renting a car in Fort-de-France

Renting a car in Fort-de-France costs $47 per day, on average, or $233 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, 8% 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 58% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Fort-de-France costs $47 per day, on average, or $233 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, 8% 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 58% cheaper than other types, on average.

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