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 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 June
Estimated hotel price
$114
1 night at 3-star hotel
Fort-de-France in June
Estimated hotel price
$114
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 Boston and takes around 7h 30m.

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 Sixt and JUMBO CAR , 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 Boston and takes around 7h 30m.

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 Sixt and JUMBO CAR , among others, in Les Trois-Îlets.

Airports near Fort-de-France

Airlines serving Fort-de-France

KLM
Good (1,524 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,593 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,092 reviews)
GOL
Good (1,223 reviews)
Condor
Good (420 reviews)
Air Transat
Good (553 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,639 reviews)
Air Caraïbes
Good (48 reviews)
Corsair
Good (27 reviews)
Caribbean Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Sky High
Good (5 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Fort-de-France

Most booked hotels in Fort-de-France

Le Panoramic
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 1417 reviews)
$123+
La Suite Villa
5 stars
Excellent (8.6, 613 reviews)
$251+
Hotel La Pagerie
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1510 reviews)
$166+
Hotel Bambou
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 3537 reviews)
$153+
Centre International de Sejour
3 stars
Excellent (8, 946 reviews)
$103+
Simon Hotel
4 stars
Good (7.8, 1285 reviews)
$192+

Renting a car in Fort-de-France

Renting a car in Fort-de-France costs $46 per day, on average, or $228 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, 20% more expensive than at Fort-de-France Lamentin.

The most frequently booked car type in Fort-de-France is Mini (Renault Twingo or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Dacia Sandero or similar) are, on average, 45% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Fort-de-France costs $46 per day, on average, or $228 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, 20% more expensive than at Fort-de-France Lamentin.

The most frequently booked car type in Fort-de-France is Mini (Renault Twingo or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Dacia Sandero or similar) are, on average, 45% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.