Which place is cheaper, Austin 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 Austin?
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 Austin 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 Austin?
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.
Austin
Located in the Texas Hill Country, Austin is the capital city of the state. It is a relatively small city with a compact downtown area and many sprawling suburbs stretching out along the interstate. Austin prides itself on its eclectic culture and alternative vibe which is epitomized by the city's unofficial slogan "Keep Austin Weird." The University of Texas at Austin is also located downtown. The school's large student population helps give the city a youthful feel with a lively nightlife and no shortage of activities on weekends. The city is also the self proclaimed live music capital of the country. As such, it has many music venues and bars, most of which are clustered around the 6th Street area downtown. There are also many free outdoor concerts, particularly during the summer months.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Los Angeles, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from New York City.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayFort-de-France $221Austin $167
The average daily cost (per person) in Fort-de-France is $221, while the average daily cost in Austin is $167. 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 Austin in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personFort-de-France $89Austin $56
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomFort-de-France $178Austin $112
Compare Hotels in Fort-de-France and Austin
Looking for a hotel in Fort-de-France or Austin? 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 Austin Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Fort-de-France $18Austin $47
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: $66
- Martinique Airport (FDF) to Fort de France - Round-Trip Transfer: $132
- Private Transfer Martinique Airport (FDF) to Fort de France Port: $73
- Private Transfer from Fort de France Port to Fort de France: $73
- Private Transfer from Fort de France to Fort de France Port: $73
- Transfer from Fort de France Port to Martinique Airport (FDF): $73
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Austin
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Austin:
- Austin-Bergstrom Airport (AUS) to Austin City - Arrival Private Transfer: $116
Is it cheaper to fly into Fort-de-France or Austin?
Prices for flights to both Austin 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 $114Austin $60
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
- Martinique: Food tour to Saint-Pierre and waterfall: $124
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Austin
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Austin.
- Austin Food Tour with Authentic Flavors, Tacos & 5 Food Tastings: $86
- Austin Best Street Food Tour With A Local Guide: $94
- Austin Street Art and Street Food Tour with Local Guide: $96
- Enjoy a Guided Walking Food Tour in the Heart of Austin: $98
- Austin Small Group Taco Food Tour: $99
- Austin South Congress Food Tour with 5 Tastings, Tacos & Sweets: $100
- Downtown Austin Food Tour: $100
- Thai Cooking Class in Austin (Includes 3-Course Meal): $110
- Mexican Street Tacos Cooking Class in Austin (3-Course Meal): $110
- Epic Comedy Food Tour Austin Stand Up Comedy and Food Stops: $119
- Asian Cooking Class in Austin (Includes 3-Course Meal): $122
- Italian Pasta Cooking Class in Austin (Includes 4-Course Meal): $123
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Fort-de-France $35Austin $28
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: Cruise and Snorkel with Sea Turtles, Fish and Corals: $75
- Fort de France - hidden squares and secret corners - a walking tour of FDF: $75
- Authentic Tour of Southern Martinique: $75
- Martinique Shore Excursion - Authentic Tour of Southern Martinique: $75
- Martinique Shore Excursion - Unmissable Martinique North tour: $75
- Scenic Tropical Rainforest & Island Tour: $82
Typical Entertainment Prices in Austin
Here are a few typical costs in Austin for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Austin Duck Tour$31
Tours and Activities in Austin
Here are a few actual costs in Austin for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 1 Hour Private Electric Duffy Cruise on Lake Austin: $200
- 1 hr Lake Austin Boat Cruise. BYOB (Shared - Single Tickets): $39
- 2 hr Sunset Boat Cruise on Lake Austin. BYOB (Single Tickets): $86
- Austin 3-Hour Local Splash Pad Tour on an E-Bike: $89
- Austin Art and Architecture Bicycle Tour: $68
- Austin BBQ Tour: 6 Tastings, Michelin Stops & Skip the Line: $175
- Austin Biker Gang E-Bike Tour: $85
- Austin E-Bike Brunch Tour: $118
- Austin E-Bike Foodie Tour: $128
- Austin Electric Bike Tour: Let it Ride: $69
- Austin Good Vibes E-Bike Tours: $78
- Austin Guided Outdoor Climbing Experience: $127
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayFort-de-France $11Austin $28
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: $154
Sample the Local Flavors in Austin
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Austin:
- Austin Haunted Pub Crawl Walking Tour: $35
- Public Pedal Pub Tour in Austin: $39
- Public Party Bike Pub Crawl Tour in Austin: $54
- TX Hill Country BBQ and Wine Tour + FREE DOWNTOWN HOTEL DROP OFF: $69
- Private Austin Brewery Tour by Pedicab with All-Inclusive Beer Flight Option: $70
- TX Hill Country BBQ Wine Tour with Free Down Town Hotel Drop off: $70
- At-Home Private Wine or NA Wine Tasting Experience in Austin: $75
- Pedals & Pints Brewery Bicycle Tour: $88
- The Brew Bus: Austin Brewery Tour with Live Band: $125
- Texas Hill Country Group Wine Tour by Limousine: $185
- Half Day Wine Tour with Luxury Limousine in Austin: $300
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Fort-de-France and Austin, we can see that Fort-de-France is more expensive. And not only is Austin much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Fort-de-France is in Caribbean Islands and Austin 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 Austin would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Austin 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 Austin.
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 Austin Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Fort-de-France or Austin?
Austin has a larger population, and is about 8 times larger than the population of Fort-de-France. When comparing the sizes of Fort-de-France and Austin, 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.