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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 September
Estimated hotel price
$63
1 night at 3-star hotel
Fort-de-France in September
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 New York and takes around 8h 16m.

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 ADDCAR RENTAL and Sixt, 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 8h 16m.

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 ADDCAR RENTAL and Sixt, among others, in Le Lamentin.

Airports near Fort-de-France

FDFFort-de-France Lamentin

Airlines serving Fort-de-France

KLM
Good (1,386 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,468 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,147 reviews)
GOL
Good (1,106 reviews)
Condor
Good (366 reviews)
Air Transat
Good (438 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,024 reviews)
Air Caraïbes
Good (44 reviews)
Corsair
Good (23 reviews)
Caribbean Airlines
Excellent (178 reviews)
Sky High
Okay (4 reviews)
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Where to stay in Fort-de-France

Average rates range from around $123 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $1,106 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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Le Panoramic
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 1240 reviews)
$132+
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Hotel La Pagerie
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1418 reviews)
$155+
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La Suite Villa
5 stars
Excellent (8.5, 569 reviews)
$203+
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Hôtel Bambou & Spa
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 2433 reviews)
$227+
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Simon Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1206 reviews)
$188+
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Karibea La Valmeniere Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.9, 1467 reviews)
$148+
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Renting a car in Fort-de-France

Renting a car in Fort-de-France costs $33 per day, on average, or $167 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.

The most frequently booked car type in Fort-de-France is Economy (Nissan Micra or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Kia Picanto or similar) are, on average, 62% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Fort-de-France costs $33 per day, on average, or $167 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.

The most frequently booked car type in Fort-de-France is Economy (Nissan Micra or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Kia Picanto or similar) are, on average, 62% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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