Flying from Dubai to Piarco International Airport (POS): What you need to know
Port Of Spain is eight hours behind Dubai. Piarco International Airport is located in Port Of Spain, which operates on the UTC-4 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from Dubai to POS, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Popular months like January or other peak seasons mean bigger queues and potential delays. Get a head start by arriving at the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from Dubai to POS leaving from Dubai International Airport (DXB), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Your journey might pause in:
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Travelling from central Dubai to DXB takes around 35 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 14 kilometers in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Dubai International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Dubai to Piarco International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Of all flights departing from Dubai International Airport, 74% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
DWC is about 48 kilometers from central Dubai. It'll take 40 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Dubai to POS flight? Check in to a hotel near Al Maktoum International Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays have a room with your name on it:
57% of all departures from Al Maktoum International Airport meet their expected arrival time.
About Piarco International Airport (POS)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Dubai to Piarco International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near POS:
Pick up a Piarco International Airport rental car and discover Port Of Spain and beyond with your own set of wheels. Sixt, Alamo and Ace Rent a Car are top outlets you can book with here.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle around one week ahead of your Dubai to Piarco International Airport flight.
Getting from Piarco International Airport (POS) to central Port Of Spain
Central Port Of Spain is around 31 kilometers from Piarco International Airport and takes about 30 minutes to reach by car. Work out your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
It takes around 50 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Piarco International Airport (POS)
P69,112 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Piarco International Airport. Return flights start from P106,426. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Dubai to POS. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Dubai to Piarco International Airport tickets throughout the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you when a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from Dubai to POS.
Save money on your flight from Dubai to Piarco International Airport by using filters. Select your preferred duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Dubai to Piarco International Airport (POS)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Dubai to Piarco International Airport (POS). August is the most popular month to visit Port Of Spain. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in September.
When booking your Dubai to POS plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. September is the warmest month in Port Of Spain, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look 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
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Port Of Spain right here. Check out these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Dubai to Piarco International Airport:
Your trip to Port Of Spain should come with a bit of sightseeing. Big-name attractions you can't miss include Blue Basin Waterfall, Holy Trinity Cathedral and Our Lady of Lourdes.
Explore more of Trinidad and Tobago
Scarborough is just one of the many cities in Trinidad and Tobago waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Port Of Spain. Around 97 kilometers away to the northeast, popular attractions include Orange Hill Nature Ranch, Fort King George and Eden's Door Tobago.
