- How much is a taxi from FDF to Fort-de-France?
- Taxis from Aime Cesaire Airport to Fort-de-France cost approximately EUR 20-30. Les Trois-Ilets is EUR 40-50. Sainte-Anne is EUR 45-55. Rates are per taxi.
- How far is FDF Airport from Fort-de-France?
- The airport is 10 km south of Fort-de-France, approximately 15-20 minutes by car. Les Trois-Ilets across the bay is 30 minutes by car or 20 minutes by ferry from Fort-de-France.
- Do I need a visa for Martinique?
- EU citizens need only an ID card. US, Canadian, and UK passport holders do not need a visa for stays under 90 days. Martinique is a French overseas department.
- Are there airport transfers at FDF?
- Taxis operate from the arrivals area. Rental cars are strongly recommended for exploring Martinique ($35-50/day). No Uber operates on the island. Collectifs run along main routes but irregularly.
- How long does immigration take at FDF?
- EU/French citizens skip immigration. Non-EU visitors clear French immigration in 15-25 minutes. The process is identical to arriving at any French airport.
- Is there public transit from FDF?
- Collectifs (shared minibuses) run along main routes but do not serve the airport terminal reliably. Rental cars are the recommended transport for Martinique.
- What currency does Martinique use?
- Martinique uses the Euro. ATMs at the airport dispense Euros. As a French department, the island uses French banking infrastructure. Credit cards are widely accepted.
- Is English spoken in Martinique?
- French is the primary language. English is limited outside international hotels. Learning basic French phrases is strongly recommended. Martinique is known for its French-Creole cuisine and rum distilleries.