Travelling from Piarco International Airport (POS) to Fort Lauderdale: what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Piarco International Airport to Fort Lauderdale is 3 hours 45 minutes.
Fort Lauderdale's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Port Of Spain (the location of Piarco International Airport).
With four departures a week between the two airports, Piarco International Airport (POS) to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) is the most popular route. Hop on Caribbean Airlines's 10:10 flight to get your journey from POS to FLL underway.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your POS to Fort Lauderdale flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're jetting off during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
Direct Piarco International Airport to Fort Lauderdale tickets are available for booking. Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) is where you'll arrive.
Caribbean Airlines is a leading airline that offers direct flights from Piarco International Airport to Fort Lauderdale.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even visit a new city. When browsing for flight tickets from POS to Fort Lauderdale, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM)
Norman Manley International Airport (KIN)
Central Port Of Spain to POS is around 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Looking for a hotel close to POS? If you're catching an early flight from Piarco International Airport to Fort Lauderdale, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
78.97% of flights taking off from Piarco International Airport reach their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Piarco International Airport (POS) to Fort Lauderdale
Rs53,576 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Piarco International Airport to Fort Lauderdale flight. A round-trip ticket right now is Rs85,873. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Book one month before you want to travel. Research on pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from POS to Fort Lauderdale.
May is the best month for scoring an amazing deal on Piarco International Airport to Fort Lauderdale tickets. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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Airports in Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) is around 8 kilometres from central Fort Lauderdale. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 15 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Piarco International Airport to Fort Lauderdale. Reserve one of these accommodation options near FLL instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Renta Florida, OtoQ or Thrifty and explore beyond Fort Lauderdale's usual tourist stops.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from POS to Fort Lauderdale.
The street address for FLL is 320 Terminal Drive.
Best time to go to Fort Lauderdale
Carefully consider your travel dates before locking in your flight from Piarco International Airport to Fort Lauderdale. The city comes alive during peak season, but rates are often higher and top attractions can be crowded. Plan your trip to Fort Lauderdale in the off-season if you like a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in a Piarco International Airport to Fort Lauderdale flight ticket with a departure in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 26ºC to 32ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from POS to Fort Lauderdale in January when temperatures average between 14ºC and 25ºC.
More about Fort Lauderdale
After booking your flight from Piarco International Airport to Fort Lauderdale, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Fort Lauderdale:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Bonnet House Museum and Gardens, Coconut Grove Residences on Fort Lauderdale Beach and Jungle Queen Riverboat are top sights which should feature on any good Fort Lauderdale itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Fort Lauderdale is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of United States waiting to be explored. Around 499 kilometres north of Fort Lauderdale, a visit to Jacksonville will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain.
Around 306 kilometres north-west of Fort Lauderdale, Tampa is another essential stop in United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Ybor City Tattoo Company, Tampa Riverwalk and The Florida Aquarium.
