Flying from Paris to Piarco International Airport (POS): What you need to know
You can choose from multiple airports when planning your flight from Paris to Piarco International Airport (POS). Check out your options for heading out from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Paris Orly Airport (ORY) and Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA).
Piarco International Airport is located in Port Of Spain. The city operates on the UTC-4 timezone and is five hours behind Paris.
To ensure you catch your flight from Paris to POS, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
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 early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Paris to POS. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). Slip in a stop (and skip the high fares) by flying through one of these popular airports:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM)
The journey from central Paris to CDG takes around 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 27 kms (17 miles) in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want an easy start to your holiday? Stay near Charles de Gaulle Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Paris to Piarco International Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels are just what you're after:
Of the flights that depart from Charles de Gaulle Airport, 61.46% touch down on time at their destination.
CDG's address is 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Break up your flight from Paris to Piarco International Airport with a stop at London Gatwick Airport (LGW). A main stopover between Paris Orly Airport and POS, it's a great opportunity to unwind before your onward flight.
Using public transport, you can travel from central Paris to ORY in around 55 minutes. The terminal is roughly 19 kms (12 miles) away, and getting there by car takes approximately 35 minutes.
Got an early start? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Paris Orly Airport the day before your Paris to POS flight:
Paris Orly Airport has an on-time performance of 75.56%. This figure shows how frequently flights that take off from this airport reach their destination on schedule.
You'll find ORY at 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
The trip to BVA from central Paris is around 2 hours 20 minutes by public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you about 1 hour 30 minutes to cover the 88 kms (55 miles) or so.
Sleep a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your Paris to Piarco International Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These hotels near Beauvais-Tille Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're setting off early:
The on-time performance record of BVA is 66.39%. In other words, that's how often flights departing this airport arrive at their destination as planned.
You'll find Beauvais-Tille Airport at Tille 60000, Beauvais.
About Piarco International Airport (POS)
Have a late flight from Paris to Piarco International Airport? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Stay at one of these hotels near POS and turn in quicker:
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To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle around one week in advance of your Paris to Piarco International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Paris to Piarco International Airport (POS)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Paris to Piarco International Airport is £303. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £488. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap flights from Paris to POS, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest Paris to Piarco International Airport tickets across every month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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Hunt for savings on a flight from Paris to Piarco International Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'
The best time to fly from Paris to Piarco International Airport (POS)
February is the quietest month for flights from Paris to Piarco International Airport (POS), while July is the most popular. Work out the best time to go to Port Of Spain based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your Paris to POS plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. September is the warmest month in Port Of Spain, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
February has temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Paris to Piarco International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Port Of Spain
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Port Of Spain right here. Check out these options once you've booked your flight from Paris to Piarco International Airport:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Blue Basin Waterfall, Holy Trinity Cathedral and Our Lady of Lourdes are attractions you won't want to skip in Port Of Spain.
Explore more of Trinidad and Tobago
You've visited Port Of Spain, now it's time to discover other parts of Trinidad and Tobago. Travel about 97 kms (60 miles) north-east to Scarborough to check off its top sights. From Fort King George to Scarborough Botanical Garden and St. Andrews Anglican, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Any journey through Trinidad and Tobago should include a visit to Plymouth. Fort James (Fort Jacobus) and Mystery Tombstone are just two of the highlights in this well-known destination, which is about 88 kms (55 miles) north-east of Port Of Spain.