Flying from London to Piarco International Airport (POS): What you need to know
London's main base, London Gatwick Airport (LGW), is where many unforgettable trips begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from London to Piarco International Airport (POS).
Piarco International Airport is located in Port Of Spain. The city follows the UTC-4 timezone and is four hours behind London.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Show up at the airport on time to board your flight from London to POS.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and as much as four hours for international journeys. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or find something to eat.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even tour another city. When searching for cheap flights from London to POS departing from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
LHR is around 24 kilometers from central London. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 25 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from London to Piarco International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Of all flights leaving London Heathrow Airport, 78% arrive on time at their destination.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
You can book a direct London to Piarco International Airport (POS) plane ticket with departures from London Gatwick Airport (LGW). Decide if leaving from LGW is a better fit for your trip.
Take a direct flight from London to POS with British Airways. This is one of the top airlines flying this route out of LGW.
British Airways has the largest share of bookings on the LGW to POS route.
If you want a carrier known for punctuality, go with British Airways. It boasts an on-time performance of 80.0% for flights between London Gatwick Airport and Piarco International Airport.
Break up your flight from London to Piarco International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross another place off your list. Some top stopovers between London Gatwick Airport and POS are:
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Antigua V.C. Bird International Airport (ANU)
On public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in around 1 hour 20 minutes. The terminal is roughly 48 kilometers away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your London to POS flight? Kick back in a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your vacation officially begins. These stays are expecting you:
London Gatwick Airport has earned its reputation for punctuality. 82% of flights taking off from here keep to their planned arrival schedule.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
The trip to STN from the center of London is around 45 minutes by public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you about 1 hour 5 minutes to cover the 56 kilometers or so.
Sleep a little longer and still make your London to Piarco International Airport flight with time to spare. These hotels near London Stansted Airport make departure day effortless if you're flying out first thing:
With 80% of its departing flights arriving on time, STN is a reliable starting point for your trip.
About Piarco International Airport (POS)
If you're coming in on a late flight from London to Piarco International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near POS:
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride around one week ahead of your London to Piarco International Airport flight.
Getting from Piarco International Airport (POS) to central Port Of Spain
From Piarco International Airport, central Port Of Spain is around 31 kilometers away. It takes about 30 minutes to reach the city center by car.
Traveling on public transport takes around 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Piarco International Airport (POS)
AED 1,836 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from London to Piarco International Airport. Return flights start from AED 2,782. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap flights from London to POS, book early. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest London to Piarco International Airport tickets throughout the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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The best time to fly from London to Piarco International Airport (POS)
August is the most popular month for flights from London to Piarco International Airport (POS). Plan your visit to Port Of Spain in December for a more low-key escape.
The warmest month in Port Of Spain is September, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your London to POS plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from London to Piarco International Airport in February when temperatures are between 22ºC (72ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
More about Port Of Spain
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Port Of Spain right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from London to Piarco International Airport:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be difficult to know where to start. Holy Trinity Cathedral, Queen's Park Savannah and Royal Botanical Gardens are top sights which should be on any good Port Of Spain itinerary.
Explore more of Trinidad and Tobago
Scarborough is just one of the many cities in Trinidad and Tobago waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Port Of Spain. Around 97 kilometers away to the northeast, its best attractions include Orange Hill Nature Ranch, Fort King George and Scarborough Botanical Garden.