Flying from Piarco International Airport (POS) to Castries: what you need to know
Port Of Spain (the location of Piarco International Airport) and Castries share the same timezone — UTC-4.
With seven weekly departures between the two airports, Piarco International Airport (POS) to Castries George F. L. Charles Airport (SLU) is the busiest route. Catch Caribbean Airlines's 08:25 flight to get your trip from POS to SLU underway.
For a relaxed start to your POS to Castries flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
You can book a direct Piarco International Airport to Castries ticket. Begin your journey at POS and land at Castries George F. L. Charles Airport (SLU).
Be on the lookout for offers from Caribbean Airlines. This airline has direct flights from Piarco International Airport to Castries.
We make it simple to book plane tickets from POS to Castries with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
Grantley Adams International Airport (BGI)
Antigua V.C. Bird International Airport (ANU)
Tobago ANR Robinson International Airport (TAB)
The journey from central Port Of Spain to POS takes around 50 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometers in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Piarco International Airport to Castries? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to POS:
72% of flights taking off from Piarco International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Piarco International Airport (POS) to Castries
$186 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Piarco International Airport to Castries flight. A return ticket right now is $394. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Book one month before your departure date. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from POS to Castries.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the best month for landing an epic deal on Piarco International Airport to Castries tickets. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from POS to Castries by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Piarco International Airport to Castries.
Airports in Castries
St Lucia Hewnorra International Airport (UVF)
St Lucia Hewnorra International Airport (UVF) is around 72 kilometers from central Castries. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
If you're traveling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 2 hours.
Consider booking a hotel close to UVF if you're coming in on a late flight from Piarco International Airport to Castries. Pick one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about rest:
Booking your vehicle from St Lucia Hewnorra International Airport around one week ahead of your flight from POS to Castries can help you secure the lowest rate.
Castries George F. L. Charles Airport (SLU)
Castries George F. L. Charles Airport (SLU) is roughly 3 kilometers from central Castries. After your flight from Piarco International Airport to Castries, it'll take you around 10 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the center will take you 15 minutes or so.
You'll find some comfortable places to park your luggage (and yourself) near SLU. Tuck yourself in and get cozy after your POS to Castries flight at any of these well-located options:
Score the best price by securing your ride from SLU one week ahead of time. You'll also have access to a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Castries
September is the quietest month for flights from Piarco International Airport to Castries, while February is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Castries based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Castries is September, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your Piarco International Airport to Castries plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
February sees average temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from POS to Castries around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Castries
Once you've booked your flight from Piarco International Airport to Castries, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Castries:
Every great vacation has to include a little sightseeing. Malabar Beach, Vigie Beach and Morne Fortune are must-do's during your Castries adventure.