FDF Airport Car Rental — Fort-de-France Le Lamentin Airport

Aimé Césaire International Airport (FDF) is located in Le Lamentin, approximately 12 km and 20 minutes' drive east of Fort-de-France downtown. With 10 car rental agencies on-site, it's easy to pick up your rental car directly after landing and start exploring Martinique on your own. From the airport you'll quickly reach Martinique's major destinations: Fort-de-France downtown is 12 km to the west, the tourist hotspot Les Trois-Îlets is approximately 25 km to the south via Route Nationale 5, and Sainte-Anne at the southern tip is reached in just over 40 km.

The road network around the airport is well-signposted and motorway-like. Book your rental car in advance during high season (December–April) when availability decreases quickly. Choose a car with air conditioning – temperatures on Martinique remain constant around 27–30°C.

Fill up near the airport in Le Lamentin before you set off; fuel prices are lower here than in the tourist areas to the south. How long does it take to drive from FDF airport to Fort-de-France? Approximately 20 minutes and 12 km via Route de la Pointe des Nègres, depending on rush hour traffic it can take up to 35 minutes.

Are there car rental agencies available 24/7 at the airport? Most of the 10 agencies keep their hours according to the airport's operating times, but 24-hour service varies – check with your agency when booking. Do I need an international driving permit to rent a car in Martinique?

Martinique is a French overseas department, and a standard EU driving license or Swedish driving license is accepted by most agencies without requiring an international driving permit.

We compare prices from all major providers at Fort-de-France Le Lamentin Airport so you can see the total cost upfront — including insurance, fuel terms and any extras. Most bookings include free cancellation up to 48 hours before pickup, giving you flexibility if your plans change.