Travelling from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Piarco International Airport (POS): what you need to know
The timezone in Port Of Spain is UTC-4, which is five hours behind Amsterdam.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your AMS to POS flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Piarco International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Popular stopovers between AMS and POS include:
London Gatwick Airport
Princess Juliana International Airport
Hato International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Piarco International Airport (POS)
Right now, Rs126,186 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Piarco International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs174,296. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from AMS to POS. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Piarco International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares throughout the month and bag a great deal.
Save time looking for cheap flights from AMS to POS by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Piarco International Airport.
Handy information about Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
67.93% of flights that depart Amsterdam Airport Schiphol land at their destination on time.
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is about 23 kilometres from central Amsterdam. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to AMS? If you're boarding an early flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Piarco International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Piarco International Airport (POS)
Reserve a hotel close to POS if you're catching a late Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Piarco International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Grab a Piarco International Airport rental car and explore Port Of Spain and beyond with your own wheels. Sixt, Alamo and Ace Rent a Car are popular outlets to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Piarco International Airport around one week in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Piarco International Airport (POS) to central Port Of Spain
Piarco International Airport to central Port Of Spain has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 23 kilometres away.
When to fly to Piarco International Airport (POS)
July is the busiest month for flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Piarco International Airport. For smaller crowds, visit Port Of Spain in February.
Lock in your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Piarco International Airport for September if you'd like to visit Port Of Spain during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 31ºC.
February has average temperatures of between 22ºC and 30ºC. Search for cheap tickets from AMS to POS sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Trinidad and Tobago
You've visited Port Of Spain, now it's time to explore other parts of Trinidad and Tobago. Journey about 19 kilometres south-east to Chaguanas to check off its popular sights. From Redemption Worship Centre to Badra Kali Shakti Temple and Park, your itinerary will be busy.
San Fernando is another favourite destination in Trinidad and Tobago and is around 40 kilometres south of Port Of Spain. No trip is complete without a visit to Susamachar Presbyterian Church, St Paul’s Church and Cluny Eucharistic Centre.