Why pick everything up right off the plane
Let's be concrete: if your accommodation is in the West or South, you still have a fair drive ahead. Having your car right away means saving your first evening (and your first night's sleep). You load the bags, set the air-con, and off you go — without depending on anyone.
The steps to follow, stress-free
The secret is to book everything before you leave. On Tropiloc, you choose your vehicle, pay the deposit, and receive your booking voucher. On arrival, you show it to the agency, done. Remember to enter your landing time in the booking: that small detail avoids mix-ups if your flight is delayed. See vehicles at Roland Garros airport →
How long to reach your accommodation?
A few honest benchmarks from Roland Garros: about 15 minutes to central Saint-Denis, and around an hour to Saint-Gilles and the west coast via the New Coastal Road. The South is a bit further. If you're staying at the other end of the island and arriving in the evening, choose a comfortable vehicle — the road feels longer when you're tired.
Three local tips
- Book early: vehicles go fast when the big flights land.
- Enough boot space if you travel with large suitcases or equipment.
- Arriving via the South? Pierrefonds airport serves Saint-Pierre directly — no need to drive back up north.