Sleeping in Airports

Martinique Airport Guide

Whether you have a layover, overnight sleepover or you are just quickly passing through, our Martinique Airport Guide is a great place to start planning your visit.  Here, you’ll find information on services and facilities available inside the airport – including details about airport lounges, WiFi, mobile charging points, lockers, 24-hour food options, nearby hotels, and everything in between.

When we arrived, we asked a security member if it was allowed to stay over night in the airport. He answered that it’s forbidden, but that sometimes they will let some people stay if, eg, they have a very early flight. – a traveller

FDF Airport Overview

Martinique Airport guide
(Photo courtesy of a Guest Traveller / 15 Nov 2019)

To help you plan your layover or overnight sleepover, here is a quick run-down about what to expect during your time at Martinique Aimé Césaire International Airport.

What to Expect

Martinique Airport (code: FDF) has a small, older terminal. An expansion and modernization project is scheduled to be completed in 2020. Facilities include a few eateries and shops, though none are open 24 hours. WiFi is free, but you may need a local or international phone number to connect.

Sleeping in Martinique Airport

The airport closes nightly from 10:00 PM until 7:00 AM, but an old review reports that you may be able to spend the night if you speak with the right airport staff. Still, it’s best to have a backup plan. For uninterrupted sleep, hotels are nearby. See our Airport Hotels section below for more info, or read some traveller airport reviews for more tips.

To help us keep this guide up-to-date, you can add or update information or write a review to submit airport tips and photos. You can also visit the airport’s website for current information. For more airport information, continue scrolling down to explore more in our Martinique Airport Guide.

In this guide we may refer to locations as “landside” and “airside”. Landside is the public area of the terminal located in the non-secure zone, before security. Airside is the secure area of the terminal that you must reach by going through security.  For more information on Europe’s Schengen Area, click here.

Airport Hours

The airport is open from 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM.

Rest & Relaxation Zones

There are no dedicated sleeping areas, quiet areas or rest zones. If this information has changed, click here to update this guide.

Airport Hotels

There are no hotels at Martinique Airport.  Visit Tripadvisor to see a list of hotels in Fort de France, search for deals, and read traveller reviews.

Airport Lounges

Airline Lounges

If you are a First or Business Class traveller, you may have access to the lounges listed below. For more information, check the airline’s website.

Air France Lounge – Location: Main Terminal, Airside. Corsair Grand Lodge Lounge. Location: Main Terminal, Airside.

Drinking Water

Information is unavailable. Does the airport have water fountains or water bottle refill stations? Click here to update this guide.

Food & Drinks

At the time of this update, there are no 24-hour dining options. Food options include: Air Lounge Cafe • At Maimaine • Baguet Shop • Burger King • Paradise Ice • The Hummingbird • Trois Rivieres Rum Bar.

Luggage Storage & Lockers

E-Dreams offers various storage services, including storage. Location: in a separate building near Parking P2. Hours: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM and according to flight schedules when required. Rates: unknown.

Mobile Charging

A reader tells us that mobile charging is available. “There are charging bays with coded locks by the wall in the middle part of the terminal building. Provided by EDF and free to use.” (November 2019)

Showers

Unavailable. If this is incorrect, click here to update this guide.

WiFi/Internet

Free WiFi is available at Martinique Airport.  Connect to the “FREEWIFIFDF ” network.  You must provide your name and phone number (including international code).

Security & Safety

We have not received any reports of safety concerns at Martinique Airport. Sleeping in any airport can include a certain level of risk, especially when travelling alone. It’s important to take certain precautions to ensure your safety and the security of your valuables. Here are a few tips:

  • Safety First. It’s a good idea to know where the security office is and look for video cameras where you plan to sleep. You can also ask the security personnel for advice on the safest places to spend the night.
  • Don’t Seclude Yourself. If you’re travelling alone, we recommend you stay near other travellers or close to security. This will help you feel more secure and deter potential thieves.
  • Hide Your Valuables. It’s also important to hide your valuables. Don’t leave them out in plain view, as this could make you a target for theft. Additionally, if you are a deep sleeper, you may want to padlock your bag to something or sleep with your bag up against a wall to make it harder for someone to access zippers and pockets. We have received reports of sleepers who woke up without their phones and laptop bags. The travellers were left with just their headphones and laptop bag strap.
  • Stay Alert. It’s best to stay alert and awake if you feel unsafe or uncomfortable. Drink coffee or other caffeinated beverages to help you stay awake, and remember that you can always catch up on sleep during your flight. These simple precautions can help you enjoy a safe night at the airport.

More Airport Information

More Services, Facilities & Things To Do On A Layover

ATMs / Cash Machines – Need cash? ATMs are available. Fees may apply, so check your bank’s fee schedule and your daily withdrawal limit if you are travelling internationally. You may also want to notify your bank of your travel plans. Locations: on the ground floor, opposite Doors E and F • parking lot outside of the terminal, in front of Door D.

Currency Exchange – Currency Exchange – Location: Landside, near Door E. Hours: 7:15 AM – 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM – 5:30 PM (Monday) • 7:15 AM – 7:00 PM (Tuesday – Saturday) • 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM and 2:30 PM – 6:00 PM (Sunday – Holidays).

Duty-Free & Shopping – Dufry duty-free store is available airside, along with a newsstand. A small variety of gift and souvenir shops are available landside.

Information Desk – SAMAC Information Desk Location: Between Doors C and D. Hours: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM. FMOTSI Information Desk Location: Between Doors C and D. Hours: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM (Mon-Sat) and 3:00 PM – 10:00 PM (Sun).

Luggage Wrapping – Protect your bags from theft and damage by having them wrapped with plastic. Protect Bag also provides luggage weighing services. Location: near Door A. Hours: 2:30 PM – last flight departure. Rates: Unknown.

Medical Center – Urgent and emergency medical care is available at the airport Medical Center. Location: Unknown. Hours: 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM.

Fort de France Airport mobile charging
(Photo courtesy of a Guest Traveller / 15 Nov 2019)

Pharmacy – Location: Ground Floor. Hours: 7:00AM – 12:00AM.

Salon Services – Pamper yourself as you wait for your flight to board:

  • Manicures – The Bar à Ongles offers manicure services. Location: Airside, near Dufry Duty Free. Hours: unknown.
  • Massages – Thierry Relax offers a variety of massages. Location: Airside. Hours: 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM (Mon – Fri only).

SIM Cards – A reader has asked us to include where to buy SIM Cards. If you know, click here to update this airport guide.

Airlines
Martinique Airport is served by the following airlines: Air Antilles • Air Canada • Air Caraïbes • Air France • Air Transat • American Airlines • Condor • Corsair • Cubana • Level • LIAT • Norwegian.
Airport Transportation: Getting To/From The Airport

Car Rentals

The following car rental agencies are available on-site in the Arrivals Hall: Auloc • Avis • Budget • Enterprise • Europcar • Hertz • Jumbo Car • Payless • Rent-a-Car.

Hotel Shuttles

See also Airport Hotels above.

Taxis

Metered taxis are available for hire at Area D of the Arrivals zone.

Last updated: 2024-08-26

This guide is for informational purposes only to assist with your planning.  All information, including rates and hours, is subject to change at any time without notice.   The information in this airport guide is based on information collected and/or received from the airports, lounges, hotels, transportation providers, and their websites. We are not representatives of any of the above-mentioned service providers. To report errors or to add/update any items mentioned in the guide: update the airport guide or  write a review.