Flying from Dubai to Piarco International Airport (POS): What you need to know
Dubai is home to two main airports where you can start your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Dubai to Piarco International Airport (POS) taking off from Dubai Airport (DXB) or Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC).
Port Of Spain is eight hours behind Dubai. Piarco International Airport is located in Port Of Spain, which runs on the UTC-4 timezone.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your flight from Dubai to POS.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself some extra wiggle room. The recommendation for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
We make it a piece of cake to book cheap flights from Dubai to POS that include a stopover. To explore your options leaving from Dubai Airport (DXB), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers between DXB and POS include:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Travelling from central Dubai to DXB takes around 50 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a stress-free start to your break? Stay near Dubai Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Dubai to Piarco International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
74.31% of flights that depart Dubai Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
DWC is around 56 kilometres from central Dubai. It'll take 45 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 2 hours 5 minutes.
Catching an early morning flight? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport the day before your Dubai to POS flight:
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport has an on-time performance of 56.64%. This figure reflects how often flights that depart from this airport arrive on time.
About Piarco International Airport (POS)
Have a late flight from Dubai to Piarco International Airport? Don't let it hijack your sleep schedule. Stay at one of these hotels near POS and get cosy, quick:
Grab a Piarco International Airport rental car and explore Port Of Spain and beyond with your own wheels. Sixt, Alamo and Ace Rent a Car are top providers to choose from here.
Booking your ride around one week in advance of your Dubai to Piarco International Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Piarco International Airport (POS)
Currently, 631 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Piarco International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 908 €. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Dubai to POS. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest Dubai to Piarco International Airport tickets throughout the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
There's no need to search every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from Dubai to POS.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Dubai to Piarco International Airport.
The best time to fly from Dubai to Piarco International Airport (POS)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when planning the timing of your trip. February is the quietest month to go to Port Of Spain. July is when most people book flights from Dubai to Piarco International Airport (POS), which may be perfect if you're after more excitement.
Before locking in your Dubai to POS plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. September is the warmest month in Port Of Spain, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Dubai to Piarco International Airport in February when temperatures are between 22ºC (72ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
More about Port Of Spain
After booking your flight from Dubai to Piarco International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Port Of Spain:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be tricky to know where to start. Blue Basin Waterfall, Holy Trinity Cathedral and Our Lady of Lourdes are popular attractions which should feature on any good Port Of Spain itinerary.
Explore more of Trinidad and Tobago
Port Of Spain is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Trinidad and Tobago waiting to be explored. Around 97 kilometres north-east of Port Of Spain, a visit to Scarborough will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Fort King George, Scarborough Botanical Garden and St. Andrews Anglican.
Any journey through Trinidad and Tobago should include a visit to Plymouth. Fort James (Fort Jacobus) and Mystery Tombstone are just a couple of highlights in this destination, which is around 88 kilometres north-east of Port Of Spain.
