Which place is cheaper, Juneau or Fort-de-France?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Fort-de-France or Juneau?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Fort-de-France and Juneau can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Fort-de-France or Juneau?
Fort-de-France
As the largest city and capital of Martinique, Fort-de-France serves as the main entryway for visitors traveling to the island. It is a busy city with a significant population, which creates an atmosphere bustling with traffic amidst its historic and cultural sights.
Juneau
Juneau, Alaska is the capital city of the state, and it is also one of the most beautiful cities. Juneau is surrounded by two large mountains and a channel, so it is the only state capital not accessible by train or car. It is lined with small streets, including what is locally known as "stair streets" which can only be accessed by foot and include walking up 100-300 stairs, depending on which level you're going to. Luckily, most of the sights and stores are on the lower level, though. The only real structures located on the stair streets are residential buildings. Juneau is the most visited city in Alaska, but its population is just over 33,000. Its economy is based mostly on government, tourism, fishing, and mining.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Las Vegas, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Anchorage.
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Fort-de-France Prices
Martinique PricesJuneau Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayFort-de-France $228Juneau $196
The average daily cost (per person) in Fort-de-France is $228, while the average daily cost in Juneau is $196. These costs include accommodation (assuming double occupancy, so the traveler is sharing the room), food, transportation, and entertainment. While every person is different, these costs are an average of past travelers in each destination. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Fort-de-France and Juneau in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personFort-de-France $92Juneau $88
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomFort-de-France $184Juneau $176
Compare Hotels in Fort-de-France and Juneau
Looking for a hotel in Fort-de-France or Juneau? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options and compare which is best for your budget and travel style.
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Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Fort-de-France Hotel Prices and Juneau Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Fort-de-France $18Juneau $38
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Fort-de-France
Also for Fort-de-France, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Fort de France to Martinique Airport (FDF) - Departure Transfer: $66
- Martinique Airport (FDF) to Fort de France - Arrival Transfer: $69
- Transfer from Fort de France Port to Martinique Airport (FDF): $77
- Private Transfer Martinique Airport (FDF) to Fort de France Port: $77
- Private Transfer from Fort de France Port to Fort de France: $77
- Private Transfer from Fort de France to Fort de France Port: $77
Is it cheaper to fly into Fort-de-France or Juneau?
Prices for flights to both Juneau and Fort-de-France change regularly based on dates and travel demand. We suggest you find the best prices for your next trip on Kayak, because you can compare the cost of flights across multiple airlines for your prefered dates.
Food
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Food Meals for one dayFort-de-France $117Juneau $85
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Fort-de-France
For Fort-de-France, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Food tour in the rainforest and St Pierre - Pile et Face: $104
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Fort-de-France $36Juneau $17
Tours and Activities in Fort-de-France
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Fort-de-France.
- Habitation Clement - entrance ticket: $15
- Small train tour of a banana farm in Martinique: $22
- Fort-de-France Private 2-Hour Walking Tour: $26
- Mangrove Guided Tour: $43
- Karaib Tour: $66
- Fort-de-France Food Tasting and Cultural Walking Tour: $71
- Martinique Shore Excursion - Unmissable Martinique North tour: $75
- Authentic Tour of Southern Martinique: $75
- Martinique Shore Excursion - Authentic Tour of Southern Martinique: $75
- Scenic Tropical Rainforest & Island Tour: $82
- Martinique: Coral and Turtle Coves Cruise: $84
- Half-Day Nature and Panorama Tour in Martinique: $108
Typical Entertainment Prices in Juneau
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Juneau are as follows:
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1 Day Bike Rental$25
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Admission to Alaska State Museum$5.00
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Glacier Gardens$22
Tours and Activities in Juneau
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Juneau are as follows:
- 3 Hour Fishing Experience/Class in Juneau: $225
- 3.5 Hour Crowd-Skipping Whale Tour in Juneau, Alaska: $189
- 4-Hour Wildlife and Coastal Tour in Juneau, Alaska: $220
- Alaska Native Tour and Tram Combo: $145
- Alpine Segway Wilderness Trail Adventure: $180
- Alpine Zipline Adventure in Juneau, AK: $257
- From Whale Watching Cruise with Snacks: $123
- Historic Gold Mining and Panning Adventure: $99
- Historic Gold Panning Adventure & Salmon Bake: $145
- Juneau City Tour: $52
- Juneau Highlights and Mendenhall Glacier Tour: $129
- Juneau Lighthouse Tours - Whale watching & Lighthouse Combo: $199
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayFort-de-France $12Juneau $16
Sample the Local Flavors in Fort-de-France
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Fort-de-France:
- Small-Group Tour: Unmissable Martinique with Rum Distillery, Ruins, and More: $75
- North Tour: rainforest, rum distillery, black sand beach etc: $120
Sample the Local Flavors in Juneau
Also in Juneau, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Craft Brews & Epic Views: Juneau's Brewery & Sightseeing Tour!: $159
- Craft Beer and Brewery Tour with Scenic Stops: $159
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Fort-de-France and Juneau, we can see that Fort-de-France is more expensive. And not only is Juneau much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Fort-de-France is in Caribbean Islands and Juneau is in North America, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Juneau would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Juneau and be able to afford a more luxurious travel style by staying in nicer hotels, eating at more expensive restaurants, taking tours, and experiencing more activities. The same level of travel in Fort-de-France would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Fort-de-France than you might in Juneau.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Fort-de-France Expensive? and Is Juneau Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Fort-de-France or Juneau?
Fort-de-France has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Juneau. When comparing the sizes of Fort-de-France and Juneau, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.