Flying from Martinique Aime Cesaire International Airport (FDF) to Castries: what you need to know
Fort De France (the location of Martinique Aime Cesaire International Airport) and Castries share the same timezone — UTC-4.
To ensure you get on your flight from FDF to Castries, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing room. A good general rule for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
FDF is around 11 kilometres from central Fort De France. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 13 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 36 minutes.
After a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near FDF. Whether you're catching an early flight from Martinique Aime Cesaire International Airport to Castries or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
How to find the cheapest flights from Martinique Aime Cesaire International Airport (FDF) to Castries
C$214 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Martinique Aime Cesaire International Airport to Castries. Return flights start from C$445. These prices may change depending on availability.
To find cheap tickets from FDF to Castries, book ahead. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
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Airports in Castries
Hewanorra Airport (UVF)
Hewanorra Airport (UVF) is around 56 kilometres from the centre of Castries. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 1 hour and 9 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Martinique Aime Cesaire International Airport to Castries. Book one of these accommodation options near UVF instead:
George F. L. Charles Airport (SLU)
George F. L. Charles Airport (SLU) is about 3 kilometres from central Castries. Once you've disembarked your flight from Martinique Aime Cesaire International Airport to Castries, it'll take you around 6 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can also travel by public transport, which will take around 40 minutes.
There are some great places ready to welcome you near SLU. Kick back and get cozy after your flight from FDF to Castries at any of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Castries
July is the busiest month for flights from Martinique Aime Cesaire International Airport to Castries. To escape the crowds, head for Castries in May when things are quieter.
Book your flight from Martinique Aime Cesaire International Airport to Castries for September to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 26ºC to 30ºC.
February sees average temperatures of between 24ºC and 28ºC. Search for cheap flights from FDF to Castries sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Castries
Start your Castries trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Martinique Aime Cesaire International Airport to Castries, explore our range of hotels including:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Derek Walcott Square, Morne Fortune and Immaculate Conception Church are essential stops on your Castries itinerary.
Complete your Castries trip with a car rental
Select one of our car rentals in Castries and explore the city on your own schedule. Easily compare rates in one go to find your perfect ride after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Martinique Aime Cesaire International Airport to Castries.