Flying from New York to Piarco International Airport (POS): What you need to know
Planning your flight from New York to Piarco International Airport (POS) begins with finding the right airport to take off from. John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are the main departure points in New York.
5 hours is the average duration of a direct New York to Piarco International Airport flight.
Port Of Spain's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as New York. Piarco International Airport is located in Port Of Spain.
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Piarco International Airport (POS) is the most popular route. There are 18 direct flights a week to pick from. If you prefer to head out later, hop on the last flight with JetBlue Airways at 6:30pm. Go for the first JFK to POS departure operated by Caribbean Airlines at 12:10am if you're aiming for an earlier start.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from New York to POS. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
In peak travel periods, expect longer wait times and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international trips.
Airports in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
You can book a direct flight from New York to Piarco International Airport (POS) out of John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).
When taking off from JFK, you can catch a direct flight from New York to Piarco International Airport with Caribbean Airlines.
Caribbean Airlines sees the most traveler bookings for flights from JFK to POS.
Caribbean Airlines is the most consistent performer for punctuality on this route.
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from New York to POS. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Slip in a stop (and skip the high fares) by flying through one of these popular airports:
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
A.N.R. Robinson International Airport (TAB)
Argyle International Airport (SVD)
Located around 30 miles from central New York, JFK can be reached in about 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from New York to Piarco International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near John F. Kennedy International Airport:
Of the departures from John F. Kennedy International Airport, 74.1% touch down on time at their destination.
JFK's address is JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Break up your flight from New York to Piarco International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Some great stopovers between Newark Liberty International Airport and POS are:
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
V.C. Bird International Airport (ANU)
You can arrive at EWR from the center of New York in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to travel the 15 miles or so.
Catching an early morning flight? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Newark Liberty International Airport the day before your New York to POS flight:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 73.3%.
The address for EWR is Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
You can book a plane ticket from New York to Piarco International Airport (POS) with one or more stops leaving from LaGuardia Airport (LGA). Here are some of the most popular stopovers between LGA and POS:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
From the center of New York, LGA is around 11 miles away. It'll take you roughly 25 minutes to arrive by car and 1 hour or so on public transport.
Make catching an early New York to Piarco International Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Stay at one of these hotels near LaGuardia Airport and get to your boarding gate with plenty of time to spare:
With 80.0% of its departing flights arriving without delays, LGA is a dependable starting point for any trip.
The address of LaGuardia Airport is Hangar 7 Center.
About Piarco International Airport (POS)
Have a late flight from New York to Piarco International Airport? Don't let it leave you bleary-eyed. Check in to one of these hotels near POS and give yourself a well-earned lights-out:
Pick up a Piarco International Airport rental car and discover Port Of Spain and beyond with your own wheels. Sixt, Alamo and Ace Rent a Car are well-known companies you can book with here.
Get the best deal by booking your ride around one week ahead of your New York to Piarco International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Piarco International Airport (POS)
Right now, $152 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Piarco International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $332. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from New York to POS if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
Affordable New York to Piarco International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across each month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
Locking in a cheap plane ticket from New York to POS is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as prices go down.
Filters make it easier to snap up a deal on your flight from New York to Piarco International Airport. Choose the flight times, carriers and stops that line up with your plans. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the lowest price right away.
The best time to fly from New York to Piarco International Airport (POS)
Think about your travel style when deciding when to fly. February is the quietest month to visit Port Of Spain. July is when most people book flights from New York to Piarco International Airport (POS), which may be ideal if you're after more action.
Book a New York to POS plane ticket departing in September if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Port Of Spain to range from 75ºF to 88ºF.
February has temperatures of between 72ºF and 86ºF. Look for cheap tickets from New York to Piarco International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Port Of Spain
Start your Port Of Spain trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from New York to Piarco International Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
You'll find loads of awesome things to do in Port Of Spain when you're ready to go sightseeing. Kick off your itinerary at Blue Basin Waterfall followed by Holy Trinity Cathedral and Our Lady of Lourdes.
Explore more of Trinidad and Tobago
You've visited Port Of Spain, now it's time to explore more of Trinidad and Tobago. Journey about 60 miles north-east to Scarborough to check off its top attractions. From Fort King George to Scarborough Botanical Garden and St. Andrews Anglican, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Any journey through Trinidad and Tobago wouldn't be complete without a stop in Plymouth. Fort James (Fort Jacobus) and Mystery Tombstone are highlights in this well-known destination, which is around 55 miles north-east of Port Of Spain.
