Which place is cheaper, Maui 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 Maui?
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 Maui 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 Maui?
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.
Maui
Who hasn't spent at least one Monday morning fantasizing about holding a mai tai on a Hawaiian beach? A trip to Maui may be just what we all have in mind, but it's so much more than a drink on a sandy towel.
At over 700 square miles, the island of Maui is the second largest of the Hawaiian islands with a small population of just over 140,000 people. The island enjoys approximately two seasons a year with a mild climate just about everywhere. Rough living, right?
Voted "Best Island in the World" by many in the travel industry, Maui is the center for whale watching, relaxing on the beach, snorkeling, and the home of a large and lush rainforest.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Camping Tours in United States of America, and The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in United States of America.
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Fort-de-France Prices
Martinique PricesMaui Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayFort-de-France $228Maui $343
The average daily cost (per person) in Fort-de-France is $228, while the average daily cost in Maui is $343. 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 Maui in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personFort-de-France $92Maui $141
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomFort-de-France $184Maui $282
Compare Hotels in Fort-de-France and Maui
Looking for a hotel in Fort-de-France or Maui? 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 Maui Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Fort-de-France $18Maui $62
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
- 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
- Transfer from Fort de France Port to Martinique Airport (FDF): $77
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Maui
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Maui:
- VIP Private Maui OGG Arrival Transfer in Black Cadillac Escalade: $259
- Private Transfer from Lahaina Cruise Port to Kahului Airport(OGG): $173
- Private Transfer from Lahaina Cruise Port to Maui city hotels: $173
- Private Transfer Kahului Airport OGG to Maui Kihei Lahaina Wailea: $42
- Maui Kahului Airport (OGG) to Maui hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $41
- Private Arrival Transfer from Maui Kahului Airport OGG: $39
- Maui Kahului Airport (OGG) to Maui hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $20
- Shared Arrival Transfer: Maui Airport to Hotel: $16
Is it cheaper to fly into Fort-de-France or Maui?
Prices for flights to both Maui 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 $117Maui $162
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
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Maui
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Maui.
- From Ma'alaea Harbor: Sunset Dinner Cruise Aboard the Quicksilver: $140
- Ma'alaea Sunset Prime Rib or Fresh Island Fish Dinner Cruise : $150
- Premium Sunset Dinner Cruise from Ka’anapali Beach: $154
- Maui Sunset Dinner Cruise - A Hawaiian Hula Experience: $158
- South Gilligans' Island Luau with Dinner and Drinks: $166
- Authentic Hawaiian Dinner Pa'ina with Natives in Hana: $185
- Wailele Luau Including Fire and Knife Performance Plus Dinner: $219
- Haleakala Maui Sunset Twilight Tour with Dinner: $255
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Fort-de-France $36Maui $38
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
Tours and Activities in Maui
Here are a few actual costs in Maui for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 2 Hour Maui Dolphin Watch Sightsee Raft Tour (Semi-Private): $97
- 2-Hour Ma'alaea Humpback Whale Watching Cruise for up to 6 Guests: $269
- 2.5 Hour Whale Escape Tour: $177
- 4 Dual-Zipline Mountain Adventure in Maui: $200
- 4-Hour Makena Whale Watch Tour: $135
- 9am Haleakala Guided Downhill Tour : $149
- Best of Maui Tour: Sips, Sites and Bites with Lunch: $259
- Classic Haleakala Sunrise Tour: $244
- Clear Bottom Kayak and Snorkel Tour at Turtle Town, Makena : $125
- Deluxe Road to Hana Rainforest and Waterfall Experience from Maui: $226
- Discover Lahaina: Self-Guided Audio Tour: $15
- E-Scooter Tour At Turtle Town With Optional Photo and Video: $139
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayFort-de-France $12Maui $41
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 Maui
Also in Maui, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Brewery and Beach Cruise in a Vintage VW Bus : $229
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Fort-de-France and Maui, we can see that Maui is more expensive. And not only is Fort-de-France much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Fort-de-France is in Caribbean Islands and Maui 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 Fort-de-France would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Fort-de-France 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 Maui would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Maui than you might in Fort-de-France.
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 Maui Expensive?.
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.