Flying from Fort De France Airport (FDF) to Pointe-a-Pitre Airport (PTP): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Fort De France Airport to Pointe-a-Pitre Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 45 minutes.
Flights from FDF to PTP start at 06:45 — the first with Air Caraibes. The last service of the day is at 21:50 with Air France. In total, there are 65 weekly Fort De France Airport to Pointe-a-Pitre Airport flights.
Your FDF to PTP flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow a little extra breathing room. A good rule for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Air Caraibes is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
Air Caraibes is the most punctual carrier that operates FDF to PTP flights. An exceptional 84.94% of its services on this route arrive as scheduled.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Fort De France Airport to Pointe-a-Pitre Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between FDF and PTP:
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Paris Orly Airport
Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Fort De France Airport (FDF) to Pointe-a-Pitre Airport (PTP)
105 € is currently the best price for a one-way Fort De France Airport to Pointe-a-Pitre Airport flight. Return flights start at 179 €. These prices may change based on availability.
Book one month before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from FDF to PTP.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Fort De France Airport to Pointe-a-Pitre Airport. If you'd like to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
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Handy information about Fort De France Airport (FDF)
83% of flights leaving Fort De France Airport land at their destination as planned. Given its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when taking off from FDF.
Central Fort De France to Fort De France Airport is approximately 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
Expect a journey time of roughly 30 minutes on public transport.
Have an early flight from Fort De France Airport to Pointe-a-Pitre Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to FDF:
Arriving at Pointe-a-Pitre Airport (PTP)
If you're coming in on a late Fort De France Airport to Pointe-a-Pitre Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near PTP:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Pointe-a-Pitre Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from addCar, Jumbo Car or Auto Discount and experience the lesser-explored corners of Pointe-a-Pitre and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Pointe-a-Pitre Airport about four weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Pointe-a-Pitre Airport (PTP) to central Pointe-a-Pitre
Pointe-a-Pitre Airport is roughly 5 kilometres from central Pointe-a-Pitre. Driving there takes about 10 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you around 25 minutes.
When to fly to Pointe-a-Pitre Airport (PTP)
The quietest month for a flight from Fort De France Airport to Pointe-a-Pitre Airport is March, while April is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Pointe-a-Pitre based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Pointe-a-Pitre is September, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Book your flights from Fort De France Airport to Pointe-a-Pitre Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from FDF to PTP in February if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) on average.
