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$243+ Cheap flights from Port of Spain (POS) to New York, NY (NYC)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
POS — NYC
May 5 — May 121
Mon 5/5
Mon 5/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Port of Spain Piarco Intl to New York are usually found in October or January, booked 53 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Saturday

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Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$389
(Copa Airlines)

One-way from

$243
(Air Canada)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$473

Good round-trip deal

$435 or less

Good one-way deal

$297 or less
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Cheapest flights from Port of Spain to New York
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Port of Spain to New York. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 30, 2025.

This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/103:50 amPOS - JFK
1 stop18h 10mCopa Airlines
Wed 10/223:32 pmJFK - POS
1 stop10h 16mCopa Airlines
Deal found 4/28$389
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/225:55 pmPOS - JFK
Nonstop5h 20mCaribbean Airlines
Fri 6/134:15 pmJFK - POS
Nonstop5h 00mCaribbean Airlines
Deal found 4/29$408
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/162:25 amPOS - JFK
2 stops19h 23mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/235:00 amJFK - POS
1 stop7h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$416
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/302:25 amPOS - LGA
1 stop31h 01mAir Canada
Sun 6/12:20 pmLGA - POS
1 stop11h 05mAir Canada
Deal found 4/29$426
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/302:25 amPOS - JFK
1 stop20h 20mAir Canada
Sun 6/16:55 amJFK - POS
1 stop18h 30mAir Canada
Deal found 4/29$426
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/202:59 pmPOS - JFK
Nonstop5h 31mJetBlue
Sat 6/78:20 amJFK - POS
Nonstop5h 06mJetBlue
Deal found 4/28$429
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/162:25 amPOS - EWR
1 stop20h 24mAir Canada
Mon 6/234:30 pmEWR - POS
1 stop8h 55mAir Canada
Deal found 4/29$438
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/2712:30 amPOS - LGA
1 stop18h 30mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/16:00 amLGA - POS
1 stop17h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$439
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/1012:30 amPOS - EWR
1 stop24h 30mUnited Airlines
Mon 7/145:30 amEWR - POS
1 stop17h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$440
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/293:15 pmPOS - JFK
1 stop8h 53mAmerican Airlines
Thu 6/268:30 pmJFK - POS
1 stop17h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$443
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/257:09 amPOS - LGA
2 stops11h 20mAmerican Airlines
Wed 7/911:29 amLGA - POS
2 stops10h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$448
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/137:09 amPOS - EWR
2 stops26h 35mAmerican Airlines
Mon 6/237:29 pmEWR - POS
2 stops18h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$448

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Port of Spain to New York that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Port of Spain to New York that are best for you.

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Port of SpainNew York

POS - JFK

POSJFK

Port of Spain Piarco Intl

Fri 10/10

3:50 am-10:00 pm

1 stop18h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 10/22

3:32 pm-1:48 am

1 stop10h 16m

$389

Port of SpainNew York

POS - JFK

POSJFK

Port of Spain Piarco Intl

Thu 5/22

5:55 pm-11:15 pm

Nonstop5h 20m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 6/13

4:15 pm-9:15 pm

Nonstop5h 00m

$408

Port of SpainNew York

POS - JFK

POSJFK

Port of Spain Piarco Intl

Mon 6/16

2:25 am-9:48 pm

2 stops19h 23m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 6/23

5:00 am-12:55 pm

1 stop7h 55m

$416

Port of SpainNew York

POS - LGA

POSLGA

Port of Spain Piarco Intl

Fri 5/30

2:25 am-9:26 am

1 stop31h 01m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 6/1

2:20 pm-1:25 am

1 stop11h 05m

$426

Port of SpainNew York

POS - JFK

POSJFK

Port of Spain Piarco Intl

Tue 10/7

3:45 pm-9:00 pm

Nonstop5h 15m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 10/14

9:15 am-2:13 pm

Nonstop4h 58m

$429

Port of SpainNew York

POS - JFK

POSJFK

Port of Spain Piarco Intl

Mon 6/9

2:25 am-10:45 pm

1 stop20h 20m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 6/30

9:00 am-1:25 am

2 stops16h 25m

$438

Port of SpainNewark

POS - EWR

POSEWR

Port of Spain Piarco Intl

Mon 6/16

2:25 am-12:23 pm

1 stop9h 58m

Newark

Mon 6/23

10:25 am-1:25 am

2 stops15h 00m

$438

Port of SpainNew York

POS - LGA

POSLGA

Port of Spain Piarco Intl

Tue 5/27

12:30 am-7:00 pm

1 stop18h 30m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 6/1

6:00 am-11:23 pm

1 stop17h 23m

$439

Port of SpainNewark

POS - EWR

POSEWR

Port of Spain Piarco Intl

Fri 10/3

12:30 am-12:00 pm

1 stop11h 30m

Newark

Wed 10/15

8:00 am-11:23 pm

1 stop15h 23m

$440

Port of SpainNew York

POS - JFK

POSJFK

Port of Spain Piarco Intl

Thu 5/29

3:15 pm-12:08 am

1 stop8h 53m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 6/26

8:30 pm-2:15 pm

1 stop17h 45m

$443

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Port of Spain to New York in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*1 star
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Port of Spain-New York flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on Port of Spain-New York flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Port of Spain-New York flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Port of Spain-New York flights, Cheapflights users trust AranGrant the most. AranGrant has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Port of Spain-New York flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Port of Spain to New York

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to New York from Port of Spain with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Port of Spain to New York

How far ahead should I book a flight from Port of Spain to New York?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Port of Spain to New York. Price data was last updated on April 25, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Port of Spain to New York, you should look to book at least 53 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Port of Spain to New York?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Port of Spain to New York (average of $236). Flying from Port of Spain to New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of $345). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from POS to NYC?

Find hourly flight availability from Port of Spain to New York. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 30, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Port of Spain to New York at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 16% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Port of Spain to New York?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Port of Spain to New York. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Port of Spain to New York flight should consider departing on Sunday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Port of Spain to New York

Explore weekly flight availability from Port of Spain to New York. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated April 30, 2025.

The most flights from POS to NYC are scheduled on a Tuesday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Rainfall in New York by month

Plan your trip to New York by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New York ranges from 2.8 - 4.5 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.5 in. February is typically the driest time to visit New York when rainfall is around 2.8 in.

Temperature in New York by month

Plan your trip to New York by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to New York, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 33.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing New York

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New York. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to New York. Reviews last updated April 30, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Port of Spain to New York, such as Caribbean Airlines, Copa Airlines and United Airlines. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Caribbean Airlines
8.2
Very good
151 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

6.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 9
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

JFK - GEO

Air hostesses were friendly. There should be more options for tea.
Caribbean Airlines
8.2
Very good
151 reviews
Caribbean Airlines
8.2
Very good
151 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

6.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 9
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

JFK - GEO

Air hostesses were friendly. There should be more options for tea.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,411 reviews
Caribbean Airlines
8.2
Very good
151 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

6.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 9
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

JFK - GEO

Air hostesses were friendly. There should be more options for tea.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Caribbean Airlines
8.2
Very good
151 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

6.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 9
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

JFK - GEO

Air hostesses were friendly. There should be more options for tea.
JetBlue
7.3
Good
2,922 reviews
Caribbean Airlines
8.2
Very good
151 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

6.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 9
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

JFK - GEO

Air hostesses were friendly. There should be more options for tea.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Caribbean Airlines
8.2
Very good
151 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

6.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 9
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

JFK - GEO

Air hostesses were friendly. There should be more options for tea.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Port of Spain to New York. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Port of Spain to New York?

    Port of Spain Piarco Intl (POS) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Port of Spain to New York. You should not have trouble finding flights to New York from Piarco Intl; the airport handles an average of 2 outbound flights to New York per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 6 airlines have flights from the Port of Spain airport to New York. It is only a 12.6 mi journey to Piarco Intl (POS) from Port of Spain’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Port of Spain to New York round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Port of Spain to New York round-trip from $389. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Caribbean Airlines, from $408, and Air Canada, from $426. You may be able to fly from Port of Spain to New York for 16% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Port of Spain to New York one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Air Canada, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $243. However, be on the lookout for offers from Caribbean Airlines and JetBlue, as they are both options that can get you from Port of Spain to New York for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Port of Spain to New York?

    While some choose either Port of Spain Piarco Intl - Newark or Port of Spain Piarco Intl - New York LaGuardia, Port of Spain Piarco Intl - New York John F Kennedy Intl is the most popular route from Port of Spain to New York.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Port of Spain to New York?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Port of Spain to New York on time: Qatar Airways (89%), JetBlue (82%), Caribbean Airlines (74%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Port of Spain to New York?

    The cheapest flight price from Port of Spain to New York is $251. On average you can expect to pay $785. The most popular route, (Port of Spain Piarco Intl - New York John F Kennedy Intl), can usually be booked for $422.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Port of Spain to New York?

    The most popular layover on flights from Port of Spain to New York is San Juan. Scarborough is the second most popular location for layovers on flights from Port of Spain to New York.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in San Juan?

    Viejo San Juan, Casa Blanca, and Museo de Arte Contemporaneo de Puerto Rico are the most popular attractions in San Juan if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Those on a layover in San Juan interested in visiting Viejo San Juan, Casa Blanca, or Museo de Arte Contemporaneo de Puerto Rico can do so by traveling 7.7 mi, 7.9 mi, and 4.7 mi, respectively from San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl. Those landing in San Juan looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $47 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Port of Spain to New York flights?

    Flights departing from Port of Spain and landing in New York layover in Miami least frequently.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Port of Spain to New York that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Port of Spain to New York flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Port of Spain to New York?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Port of Spain to New York.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Port of Spain to New York?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Port of Spain to New York by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Port of Spain to New York?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Port of Spain to New York (average of $236). Flying from Port of Spain to New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of $345). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 6 airlines flying from Port of Spain to New York

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Port of Spain to New York. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$137Average$274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$247Average$434FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Caribbean AirlinesCheapest$256Average$574FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$281Average$534FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$333Average$647FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$420Average$501FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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