Hire a Private Jet to Martinique, French Caribbean
The crossing from London to Martinique takes about as long as a working day, and the part that needs planning is not the flight but where the jet parks at the other end. Our customers have access to 6,500 jets of all types and configurations available for rent. We will help you choose the best option based on your needs and objectives. Our catalog contains the models from the largest manufacturers: Gulfstream, Dassault, Embraer, Airbus, Boeing, Bombardier, Learjet, Cessna, Beechcraft, Pilatus, HondaJet, etc. We have established partnerships with the world's largest airlines and VIP terminals, which means we can offer you favourable flight conditions and a high level of service. Our experts will manage the organization of your flight - starting with paperwork, agreements, etc., and ending with a transfer and meeting at the airport. Our company provides a full range of business aviation and concierge services. For Martinique that means one airport, a runway long enough for anything, and a stand that we ask for in advance.
At your request, the aviation consultants of Private Jets UK will help you choose the jet with the suitable technical parameters (production year, flight hours, and home base). The cost of the private jet charter in Martinique depends on many factors, such as the model of the business jet, the number of passengers, departure and destination airports, type of flight, duration of parking, additional services, etc. Therefore, we calculate the price of each order individually taking into account your wishes. You can use an online calculator to get an instant charter quote. Please indicate your real contact details to get the final calculation.
You can calculate the cost of your flight in several ways:
- using an online calculator on the website (however, it shows only the approximate price);
- via Messenger (WhatsApp or Telegram);
- by landline or cell phone;
- via e-mail (jets@private-jets.co.uk).
Please note that the above-mentioned price is indicative only. It is calculated on this basis: a departure from Farnborough, an Embraer Praetor 600 to Martinique Aimé Césaire Airport at Fort-de-France with one technical stop in the Azores, and two passengers aboard. If you want to get a personal quote, just fill out the online booking form below. Our aviation consultant will make the calculation within 20 minutes, and then contact you to specify the details of the flight.
How long does it take to fly to Martinique?
From Farnborough the straight line to Fort-de-France is 3,758 nautical miles. A super-midsize jet does not carry a full cabin that far, so a Praetor 600 or a Challenger 350 flies it in two legs through Santa Maria in the Azores, 1,400 nautical miles and then 2,428. The stop adds 70 nautical miles to the line. A Falcon 900LX, a Global 6000 or a Gulfstream G550 flies the whole distance in one hop. Martinique keeps UTC-4 all year, which is four hours behind Britain in winter and five in summer. The times below are westbound and count flying time only:
3,828 nautical miles from Farnborough in two legs, with about an hour on the ground at Santa Mariaabout 9 h 20 min plus the stop
3,758 nautical miles from Farnborough in a single hopabout 8 h 20 min
3,758 nautical miles back to Farnborough, with the jet stream behind the aircraftabout 7 h 05 min
54 nautical miles to the southabout 35 min gate to gate
The runway is not the limit, the apron is
Aimé Césaire has one paved runway of 3,000 by 45 metres with an instrument landing system on runway 10, and no business jet on this page needs more than a part of it.
What shapes the planning is the ground. The French aeronautical publication limits the general aviation zone to aircraft of up to 7 tonnes, so a larger jet is placed by the airport operator, and unscheduled corporate flights ask permission 72 hours ahead. We request the stand and the permission together with the flight.
The exact flight time depends on the model of the business jet, as well as the speed of the tail or head wind. Our consultant will make a detailed calculation of the flight time for the chosen business jet.
Prices for the private jet flights to Martinique
Typical charter prices from Britain, cheapest first. The lower rows are super-midsize jets with one stop in the Azores. The upper end is long-range jets flying non-stop:
| Route | Aircraft | Price, one way |
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| London Farnborough - Martinique 3,828 nm / 7,089 km via the Azores |
Praetor 600 up to 9 |
from £60,250 |
| London Gatwick - Martinique 3,845 nm / 7,121 km via the Azores |
Praetor 600 up to 9 |
from £60,500 |
| London Biggin Hill - Martinique 3,857 nm / 7,143 km via the Azores |
Praetor 600 up to 9 |
from £60,650 |
| London Luton - Martinique 3,861 nm / 7,151 km via the Azores |
Praetor 600 up to 9 |
from £60,700 |
| London Stansted - Martinique 3,881 nm / 7,188 km via the Azores |
Praetor 600 up to 9 |
from £61,050 |
| Edinburgh - Martinique 3,926 nm / 7,271 km via the Azores |
Praetor 600 up to 9 |
from £61,700 |
| Belfast - Martinique 3,804 nm / 7,045 km via the Azores |
Challenger 350 up to 9 |
from £70,450 |
| London Farnborough - Martinique 3,828 nm / 7,089 km via the Azores |
Challenger 350 up to 9 |
from £70,850 |
| Manchester - Martinique 3,852 nm / 7,134 km via the Azores |
Challenger 350 up to 9 |
from £71,300 |
| Belfast - Martinique 3,639 nm / 6,739 km, non-stop |
Falcon 900LX up to 12 |
from £91,100 |
| London Biggin Hill - Martinique 3,789 nm / 7,017 km, non-stop |
Falcon 900LX up to 12 |
from £94,700 |
| London Farnborough - Martinique 3,758 nm / 6,960 km, non-stop |
Global 6000 up to 13 |
from £102,650 |
| London Gatwick - Martinique 3,779 nm / 6,999 km, non-stop |
Gulfstream G550 up to 16 |
from £108,050 |
Two things worth knowing about these figures
– The gap between the cheapest and the dearest row is the price of skipping the stop and of a bigger cabin. A Praetor 600 from Farnborough starts at £60,250, a Falcon 900LX non-stop from Biggin Hill is about £94,700, and a Gulfstream G550 from Gatwick about £108,050;
– A one-way price carries the aircraft's journey home, because the jet has to cross the Atlantic again whether it carries you or not. Air Passenger Duty is shown as a separate line in the quotation.
Private jet flights from Martinique to its neighbours
Saint Lucia is the next island to the south and Dominica the next to the north, with Guadeloupe beyond it, so a week in Martinique often includes a day or an overnight elsewhere. The aircraft in the table follow the distance, and the runway at the far end is checked before we propose a type:
| Route | Aircraft | Flight time | Price, one way |
|---|---|---|---|
| Martinique - Saint Lucia 54 nm / 100 km |
Pilatus PC-12 NGX up to 9 |
about 40 min | from £3,100 |
| Martinique - Dominica 62 nm / 115 km |
Pilatus PC-12 NGX up to 9 |
about 45 min | from £3,100 |
| Martinique - Guadeloupe 109 nm / 202 km |
Citation CJ4 Gen2 up to 8 |
about 45 min | from £5,950 |
| Martinique - Antigua 166 nm / 307 km |
Citation CJ4 Gen2 up to 8 |
about 50 min | from £5,950 |
| Martinique - Barbados 132 nm / 244 km |
Citation CJ4 Gen2 up to 8 |
about 50 min | from £5,950 |
| Martinique - Sint Maarten 250 nm / 463 km |
Citation XLS+ up to 9 |
about 1 h 05 min | from £6,800 |
Which of these are border crossings
Guadeloupe is another French overseas department, so the French rules carry over. Saint Lucia, Dominica, Barbados and Antigua are separate countries with their own entry rules, and Sint Maarten is Dutch.
We can arrange the flights from any cities in the UK (England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland) and European countries. Due to a large database of available business jets, we can help you find an optimal jet and crew. If you have any questions about the departure or the flight itself, you can ask them using the form below:
Prices depending on the type of business jet
We can clearly show the high dependence of the cost of the flight, on the type of aircraft - we have collected approximate data, at the price of 1 flight hour, for various types of business jets:
The cost per hour indicated in the table is preliminary and does not constitute an offer or a commercial offer. Exact prices are available from the managers of the company.
Online Calculator
If you want to make an urgent calculation of the cost of a private plane flight, use our online calculator. Just fill in all the fields of the form with a note that you are interested in a specific model of the aircraft and get the final price. NB! - the figures are sent to you by email or messenger, please carefully fill in the contact details to get the calculation.
All our calculations are as transparent as possible for you. After receiving the request, we will prepare a beautiful offer - where the costs and the final price will be clearly described. The exact price is agreed in advance and is written in the contract, so you can be sure of the final cost.
Private jets are ready to take off
Our database contains over 6,500 business jets (about 3,500 in Europe and 3,000 in the rest of the world) of different configurations and production years. The list of models is constantly updated. Unfortunately, we can't post a full list of available jets on our website due to confidentiality issues. Please contact the managers of the company for more accurate information. We will help you choose a suitable model taking into account your wishes. These are the typical choices for Martinique:
Turboprops
The aircraft for the island chain, not for the crossing: the hops to Saint Lucia, Dominica or Guadeloupe.
Light jets
They suit the short sectors between islands, but no light jet makes the crossing from Britain.
Super-midsize
The class that sets the lowest price on this page, with one stop in the Azores.
Heavy jets
More cabin for a family with staff; with the stop, the cost rises with the size.
Ultra-long range
The class that crosses in one hop from London to Fort-de-France without a stop in the Azores.
How to book a private jet?
You can book a private jet flight to Martinique in 6 easy steps:
- Flight request - indicating the route and your preferences for the model of business jet and other points.
- Coordination of flight details - our consultant will contact you to offer the possible flight options and answer all your questions.
- Commercial offer - we will send you a final offer on a specific model taking into account all your wishes.
- Signing of the contract.
- Payment for the flight and booking a business jet.
- Departure at the agreed time and date. Assistance during the whole flight.
In addition to renting the private jets and arranging the flights, we provide concierge services, premium transfer, security, exclusive catering, etc. We have learned to solve problems of any complexity, offering the service of the European level. Our experts will be happy to answer your questions and help you arrange your flight.
How to rent a business jet with a crew
5 main stages:
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Sending an application
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Clarification of details and search for options
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Preparation and coordination of optimal options
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Registration of documents. Payment of the invoice.
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Departure on the route.
Business aviation airports for Martinique
For a jet from Britain there is one answer, Aimé Césaire at Le Lamentin. The French aeronautical information publication names five handling agents for the airport: Air France, Airport Management Services, Jet Aviation, SAMSIC and Ground Service Caraïbes. Directories also list Jetex as the flight support organisation.
| Airport | Ground | How it operates |
|---|---|---|
| Martinique Aimé Césaire FDF / TFFF |
Le Lamentin, about 8 km east-south-east of Fort-de-France | The only airport on the island for a jet from London. One paved runway, 10/28, 3,000 by 45 metres (about 9,840 by 148 feet), elevation 16 feet, an ILS on runway 10 and visual slope indicators on both ends. Landing distance on runway 28 is 2,750 metres because the threshold is displaced. The administration, air traffic service, handling and security are listed round the clock, and a directory describes the airport as an airport of entry. Unscheduled corporate flights ask permission 72 hours ahead |
| Guadeloupe Pointe-à-Pitre PTP / TFFR |
109 nautical miles to the north, on the neighbouring island | The international airport of the other French department, with a single runway of 3,129 by 45 metres and scheduled links to Fort-de-France |
| Saint Lucia Hewanorra UVF / TLPL |
54 nautical miles to the south | The jet airport of Saint Lucia, on the south of the island, with a runway of about 2,744 metres and a business aviation terminal. George F. L. Charles Airport by Castries takes mainly turboprops |
Opening hours in local time
The publication lists general aviation as open from 10:00 to 23:00 UTC, which is 06:00 to 19:00 in Martinique. Customs and police surveillance are listed round the clock, while incoming customs is listed for daylight hours, so a late arrival is agreed in advance.
Fuel and rescue cover
Jet A1 and avgas are listed, with fuelling from 10:00 to 02:00 UTC (06:00 to 22:00 local) and outside those hours on two hours' notice. Rescue and fire fighting is category 9 from 17:00 to 03:00 UTC (13:00 to 23:00 local) and category 7 for the rest of the day.
What the airport does not list
The publication shows no hangar for visiting aircraft, so a jet that stays for the week stays on the apron, moored at three anchor points after any stop. No separate private terminal is listed, and we confirm with the handler what waits for your party on the day.
Arriving from Britain: passports, customs and what to carry
Martinique is a French overseas department and part of the European Union, but it is not part of the Schengen Area. A private flight from London arrives as an international flight, and everyone aboard goes through border control at Aimé Césaire.
your passport must be valid for at least three months after the date you plan to leave Martinique; British citizens need no visa for up to 90 days for tourism or businessevery passenger, children included
the handler files the flight plan and the permission request for an unscheduled corporate flight, which the publication asks for 72 hours before arrivalwe arrange it
strict rules apply to goods entering the island; prohibited, taxed or dutiable items are declared, and meat, milk and their products cannot be brought in, with exceptions for baby milk, baby food and special medical foodsdeclare when in doubt
The way home
Coming back is a flight into Britain from outside the country. A General Aviation Report goes to the border authorities not earlier than 48 hours and not later than two hours before departure, and British and Irish citizens need no electronic travel authorisation, while most other nationalities do.
A dog travelling home needs its tapeworm treatment from a vet within the window before landing, which the pets section explains.
Which part of Martinique is near the airport
The island is small, and the airport sits almost in the middle of its west coast, so most addresses are an hour away or less by road. The north and the south are very different places:
the capital and the commercial centre, a short drive from the runwayabout 8 km
the drier part of the island, with white-sand beaches and most of the tourism, including Les Salines and the marina at Le Marinsouth of the airport
mountainous and forested, with Mont Pelée, the rainforest and black volcanic-sand beaches; Saint-Pierre lies on the north-west coastnorth of the airport
Martinique: what our clients go for
Martinique covers 1,128 square kilometres, with around 350,000 people, and Fort-de-France is the capital. French is the only official language, and most people also speak Martinican Creole.
The north is dominated by Mont Pelée, an active volcano of 1,397 metres. When it erupted in the early twentieth century, it destroyed the old capital Saint-Pierre, and the prefecture moved to Fort-de-France. The south is drier and flatter, and the beaches there carry most of the island's tourism.
Rum is the other reason to come. Martinique makes rhum agricole from fresh sugarcane juice rather than molasses, and rums made entirely on the island to the set standards may carry the appellation AOC Martinique Rhum Agricole. Distilleries open to visitors include Clément, Saint James, Depaz on the slopes of Mont Pelée, J.M at Macouba, La Mauny at Rivière-Pilote and Trois Rivières at Sainte-Luce.
The year in Martinique: dry months and rainy months
The island has a dry season and a rainy one, and the Atlantic hurricane season sits inside the second:
the dry season, called Carême locally, with near-constant sunshine, little rain and steady trade winds; January and February are about 28 to 29 degrees by daypeak
the rainy season begins, with short intense showers and more humidity; late July brings the start of the Tour des Yoles Rondes, and July is also the month of local patron saint festivalsshoulder
the wettest months, with September and October the most exposed to severe weather; the Atlantic hurricane season runs from June to November, and by day the heat is 31 to 32 degreeslow season, hurricane risk
The best weeks are also the dearest weeks
Christmas, February and Easter are the peak booking periods, and aircraft are scarcest then. The figures on this page describe an ordinary week, with a Falcon 900LX from Biggin Hill at £94,700 one way.
The Martinique calendar: carnival and a race of sailing boats
These are the dated events worth planning around, listed by their usual month:
Flying to Martinique with a dog or a cat
Martinique is part of the European Union for pet travel, so the rules that apply on arrival are the EU rules for a pet coming from Britain. A pet passport issued in Great Britain is not valid for entry, and the animal needs an animal health certificate for each trip.
The two facts to read before you book
The animal needs a microchip, fitted before or at the same time as the rabies vaccine. The vaccine is given from 12 weeks of age, and the animal can travel 21 days after it. The animal health certificate is issued by an official vet and is valid for 10 days for entry. A pet travel directory says that pets must enter at Aimé Césaire Airport, and we confirm the entry point and the paperwork in writing before the flight.
On the way home Martinique is a listed country for the British rules. The animal returns on a pet passport, an animal health certificate or a Great Britain pet health certificate, and a dog needs tapeworm treatment from a vet no less than 24 hours and no more than 120 hours before landing in Britain. A pet that does not meet the rules can be held in quarantine for up to four months, so the vet appointment on the island is booked before the trip.
- A directory notes that mastiff types and Boerboels, including crosses, are not admitted, and that Staffordshire and American Staffordshire terriers, pit bull types, the Japanese tosa and rottweilers may enter with a pedigree;
- No more than five animals travel with one traveller;
Requirements for birds, rabbits and the less usual species are set out on our flying with pets guide.
Empty Legs
An empty leg is a repositioning flight with nobody aboard, offered at a fraction of the usual price. A charter across the Atlantic is one-way by nature, and the aircraft has to get home or to its next client.
Where empty legs to and from the island come from
– December and the weeks after Christmas, when aircraft cross with a full cabin and head home empty, or are sent out empty to collect guests;
– The weeks around Carnival and Easter, when a heavy jet brings a family out and flies home empty a few days later.
Whatever is free is listed on our empty legs page. A selection of empty legs on the Martinique routes follows:
| Route | Aircraft | Capacity | Whole aircraft |
|---|---|---|---|
| Martinique - UK (London Farnborough) | Praetor 600 | 9 seats | £25,300 |
| UK (London Gatwick) - Martinique | Praetor 600 | 9 seats | £25,400 |
| Martinique - UK (London Luton) | Praetor 600 | 9 seats | £25,500 |
| UK (Belfast) - Martinique | Challenger 350 | 9 seats | £29,600 |
| Martinique - UK (Belfast) | Falcon 900LX | 12 seats | £38,250 |
| UK (London Biggin Hill) - Martinique | Falcon 900LX | 12 seats | £39,750 |
Each price is for the whole aircraft rather than per seat. A Falcon 900LX leg of £38,250 with eight aboard works out at about £4,780 a head. On a transatlantic corridor treat an empty leg as a bonus and not as a plan.
Helicopter charter
We do not list a regular helicopter charter operator based on Martinique. The aeronautical publication for Aimé Césaire asks every non-based helicopter for permission 72 hours ahead, and the parking in front of the Civil Security hangar is reserved for Civil Security helicopters, so a private helicopter is arranged case by case, with the landing site and the clearance agreed beforehand.
Why a turboprop is usually the better answer
The nearest islands are a short hop by turboprop. For the neighbours, a Pilatus PC-12 is usually simpler than a helicopter, and we price both when a client asks.
Flights from the UK to Martinique
We fly this corridor from every British airfield in the list below, and the price table higher up covers thirteen of those pairings. Our clients have access to all airports of the UK and Europe. Due to the unique partnership conditions, we can offer our clients the best prices for business aviation services. Our experts will consult you on the availability of private jets in a particular city and help you choose the best option.
List of TOP 25 business aviation airports:
| Airport | Country | ICAO | IATA |
|---|---|---|---|
 London Heathrow Airport |
England | EGLL | LHR |
| Birmingham Airport |
England | EGBB | BHX |
| London Gatwick |
England | EGKK | LGW |
| London City Airport |
England | EGLC | LCY |
| London Luton |
England | EGGW | LTN |
| Edinburgh Airport |
Scotland | EGPH | EDI |
| Leeds Airport |
England | EGNM | LBA |
| Manchester Airport |
England | EGCC | MAN |
| London Stansted |
England | EGSS | STN |
| Liverpool John Lennon Airport |
England | EGGP | LPL |
| Newcastle Airport |
England | EGNT | NCL |
| Bristol Airport |
England | EGGD | BRS |
| Glasgow Airport |
Scotland | EGPF | GLA |
| East Midlands Airport |
England | EGNX | EMA |
| Southampton Airport |
England | EGHI | SOU |
| Jersey Airport |
Channel Islands | EGJJ | JER |
| Cardiff International Airport |
Wales | EGFF | CWL |
| Inverness Airport |
Scotland | EGPE | INV |
| Bournemouth Airport |
England | EGHH | BOH |
| London Farnborough Airport |
England | EGLF | FAB |
| Oxford Airport |
England | EGTK | OXF |
| London Biggin Hill |
England | EGKB | BQH |
| Belfast Airport |
Northern Ireland | EGAA | BFS |
| Gibraltar Airport |
Gibraltar | LXGB | GIB |
| Aberdeen Airport |
Scotland | EGPD | ABZ |
Martinique charters from the booking notes: six typical trips
Six typical jobs put together from booking notes with the particulars changed, so none describes one named client or date.
CHRISTMAS · A FAMILY OF SIX
Ten days on the south coast
Farnborough - Martinique via the Azores, Praetor 600, about 9 h 20 min plus the stop · 6 pax
The family left on the Saturday before Christmas, stopped at Santa Maria for fuel and an hour on the ground, and landed at Fort-de-France in the afternoon. The return was booked as a separate one-way ten days later.
CARNIVAL · FOUR FRIENDS
A non-stop crossing
Biggin Hill - Martinique, Falcon 900LX, about 9 h 15 min · 4 pax
The group wanted no stop and a midday arrival, so the jet left Biggin Hill at dawn. The stand and permission had been requested days earlier, and a car was waiting at the handler for the drive to the hotel.
A RUM WEEK · EIGHT GUESTS
The distilleries and the volcano
Gatwick - Martinique, Gulfstream G550, about 8 h 25 min · 8 pax
An owner's party spent the week on the road between distilleries and the slopes of Mont Pelée. The jet stayed on the apron for the week, which is why we booked the stand with the flight.
A SHORT HOP · TWO GUESTS
From Martinique to Saint Lucia
Martinique - Saint Lucia, Pilatus PC-12 NGX, about 40 min gate to gate · 2 pax
Two guests spent a long weekend on Saint Lucia and returned to Fort-de-France on the Sunday evening, in time for the long-range jet home.
WITH THE DOG · PAPERWORK FIRST
A couple, a labrador and a month in the sun
Farnborough - Martinique via the Azores, Praetor 600, about 9 h 20 min plus the stop · 2 pax + dog
The animal health certificate was issued within its ten-day window before departure, and the tapeworm appointment for the return was booked on the island before the first week was over.
EMPTY LEG · THE END OF THE SEASON
A flexible return to Belfast
Martinique - Belfast, Challenger 350 empty leg, about 7 h 45 min plus the stop · 3 pax
The client gave us a window of four days instead of a date, which is what makes these work, and paid about £29,600, well under half of a fresh one-way charter on the same sector, for a Thursday departure.
Frequently asked questions about flying to Martinique
1How long does it take to fly to Martinique by private jet?
About 9 hours 15 minutes non-stop from a London airfield in a Falcon 900LX, and about 9 hours 20 minutes in a Praetor 600 plus about an hour on the ground in the Azores. The way home is shorter with the jet stream behind the aircraft.
2How much does a private jet to Martinique cost?
From about £60,250 one way from Farnborough in a Praetor 600 with a stop in the Azores. A Falcon 900LX non-stop from Biggin Hill is about £94,700. Air Passenger Duty is shown as a separate line in the quotation.
3Which airport do private jets use for Martinique?
Martinique Aimé Césaire (FDF, TFFF) at Le Lamentin is the only airport for business jets. Its single runway is 3,000 by 45 metres. The handling agents named in the French aeronautical publication are Air France, Airport Management Services, Jet Aviation, SAMSIC and Ground Service Caraïbes, and an unscheduled corporate flight asks permission 72 hours ahead.
4What are the passport and customs rules for a private flight from Britain to Martinique?
British citizens need no visa for a stay of up to 90 days, and the passport must be valid for at least three months after the planned departure. Martinique is outside the Schengen Area, and everyone aboard clears border control on arrival. Meat, milk and their products cannot be brought in.
5Can I take my dog or cat on a private jet to Martinique?
Yes. The animal needs a microchip, a rabies vaccination at least 21 days before travel and an animal health certificate valid for 10 days for entry. Martinique is a listed country for the British rules, and a dog needs tapeworm treatment from a vet 24 to 120 hours before landing in Britain.
6When is the best time to fly to Martinique, and how early should I book?
December to May is the dry season, with January to March the best months for the beach. The Atlantic hurricane season runs from June to November, and September and October are the most exposed to severe weather. Book as early as the dates are known for Christmas, February and Easter.