Flying from Chicago to Piarco International Airport (POS): What you need to know
Piarco International Airport is located in Port Of Spain. The city follows the UTC-4 timezone and is two hours ahead of Chicago.
Give yourself enough time to get on your flight from Chicago to POS. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Going away during a peak time like July? Popular seasons (like Thanksgiving, Christmas and spring break) can easily add another hour at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Chicago to POS. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Make a stop (and maybe make your fare cheaper) by passing through one of these popular airports:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Sint Maarten Princess Juliana Intl Airport (SXM)
ORD is about 27 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 45 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your break? Stay near Chicago O'Hare International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Chicago to Piarco International Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Of the departures from Chicago O'Hare International Airport, 70% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Break up your flight from Chicago to Piarco International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross a new place off your list. Popular stopovers between Chicago Midway International Airport and POS are:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
On public transport, you can travel from central Chicago to MDW in about 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 16 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 25 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Chicago to POS flight? Relax in a hotel near Chicago Midway International Airport before your trip officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 76%. This figure highlights how frequently flights that leave from this airport arrive at their destination on time.
You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
The trip to RFD from the centre of Chicago is around 2 hours by public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you about 1 hour 40 minutes to cover the 145 kilometres or so.
Rest a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your Chicago to Piarco International Airport flight with time to spare. These hotels near Chicago Rockford International Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're flying out first thing:
The on-time performance record of RFD is 71%. In other words, that's how frequently flights from this airport reach their final stop as planned.
You'll find Chicago Rockford International Airport at 2 Airport Cir.
About Piarco International Airport (POS)
Have a late flight from Chicago to Piarco International Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Stay at one of these hotels near POS and get cosy, quick:
Booking your vehicle around one week in advance of your Chicago to Piarco International Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Piarco International Airport (POS) to central Port Of Spain
Piarco International Airport is around 31 kilometres from central Port Of Spain. It takes around 30 minutes or so to drive to the city.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Piarco International Airport (POS)
Right now, Rs66,807 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Piarco International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs145,529. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Chicago to POS if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
Affordable Chicago to Piarco International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across every month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a better deal comes up on plane tickets from Chicago to POS.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Piarco International Airport (POS)
December is the quietest month for flights from Chicago to Piarco International Airport (POS), while August is the busiest. Figure out the ideal time to visit Port Of Spain based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a Chicago to POS plane ticket departing in September if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Port Of Spain to range from 24ºC to 31ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Chicago to Piarco International Airport in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC and 30ºC.
More about Port Of Spain
Start your Port Of Spain trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Chicago to Piarco International Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
You'll find plenty of terrific things to do in Port Of Spain when you're in the mood to sightsee. Kick things off at Holy Trinity Cathedral followed by Queen's Park Savannah and Royal Botanical Gardens.
Explore more of Trinidad and Tobago
Port Of Spain has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Trinidad and Tobago you'll want to see. Around 97 kilometres northeast of Port Of Spain, a trip to Scarborough will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Orange Hill Nature Ranch, Fort King George and Scarborough Botanical Garden.
