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

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 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 package price
C$ 116
2 travellers
Flight to Fort-de-France
3 nights at hotel
Fort-de-France in June
Estimated package price
C$ 116
2 travellers
Flight to Fort-de-France
3 nights at 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 centre The shortest flight to Fort-de-France from Canada departs from Québec City and takes around 4h 50m.

Car

Another option to get to Fort-de-France is to pick up a car rental from Le Lamentin, which is about 7 km from Fort-de-France. You’ll find branches of ADDCAR RENTAL and Budget, among others, in Le Lamentin.

Plane

When flying to Fort-de-France, you’ll arrive at Fort-de-France Lamentin (FDF), which is located 8 km from the city centre The shortest flight to Fort-de-France from Canada departs from Québec City and takes around 4h 50m.

Car

Another option to get to Fort-de-France is to pick up a car rental from Le Lamentin, which is about 7 km from Fort-de-France. You’ll find branches of ADDCAR RENTAL and Budget, among others, in Le Lamentin.

Airports near Fort-de-France

Airlines serving Fort-de-France

KLM
Good (1,528 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,606 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,193 reviews)
GOL
Good (1,230 reviews)
Condor
Good (445 reviews)
Air Transat
Good (555 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,662 reviews)
Air Caraïbes
Good (49 reviews)
Corsair
Good (27 reviews)
Caribbean Airlines
Good (231 reviews)
Sky High
Good (5 reviews)
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Where to stay in Fort-de-France

Average rates range from around C$ 149 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 74 and up for a 5-star experience.

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

Most booked hotels in Fort-de-France

Hotel La Pagerie
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
C$ 224+
La Suite Villa
5 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
C$ 338+
Hotel Bambou
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
C$ 214+
Karibea La Valmenière Hôtel
3 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
C$ 215+
Simon Hotel
4 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
C$ 273+
Karibea Squash Hôtel
3 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
C$ 193+

Renting a car in Fort-de-France

Renting a car in Fort-de-France costs C$ 62 per day, on average, or C$ 369 if you want to rent it for 6 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.

Economy (Dacia Sandero or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Fort-de-France, while also 57% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Fort-de-France costs C$ 62 per day, on average, or C$ 369 if you want to rent it for 6 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.

Economy (Dacia Sandero or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Fort-de-France, while also 57% cheaper than other types, on average.