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 January
Estimated hotel price
$125
1 night at 3-star hotel
Fort-de-France in January
Estimated hotel price
$125
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 New York and takes around 7h 37m.

Car

Another option to get to Fort-de-France is to pick up a car rental from Le Lamentin, which is about 4 miles 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 5 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Fort-de-France from the United States departs from New York and takes around 7h 37m.

Car

Another option to get to Fort-de-France is to pick up a car rental from Le Lamentin, which is about 4 miles 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 (858 reviews)
Air France
Good (979 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,802 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (5,786 reviews)
Air Transat
Good (274 reviews)
Condor
Good (252 reviews)
Air Caraïbes
Good (26 reviews)
Corsair
Excellent (15 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Fort-de-France

Most booked hotels in Fort-de-France

Hotel Panoramic
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1068 reviews)
$135+
Hôtel Bambou & Spa
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 3435 reviews)
$188+
Hotel La Pagerie
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1063 reviews)
$143+
Simon Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 823 reviews)
$159+
Karibea La Valmeniere Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.8, 1929 reviews)
$115+
Karibea Squash Hôtel
3 stars
Good (7.5, 1182 reviews)
$121+

Renting a car in Fort-de-France

Renting a car in Fort-de-France costs $33 per day, on average, or $164 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, 1% 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 $33 per day, on average, or $164 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, 1% 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.