Piarco Airport Guide

Whether you have a layover, overnight sleepover or you are just quickly passing through, our Piarco Airport Guide is a great place to start planning your visit. Here, you’ll find information on services and facilities available inside the airport – including details about airport lounges, WiFi, mobile charging points, lockers, 24-hour food options, nearby hotels, and everything in between.

Coldest airport in the world I have ever been to. Other than that, not a bad experience. – gowest

POS Airport Overview

To help you plan your layover or overnight sleepover, here is a quick run-down about what to expect during your time at Piarco International Airport.

What to Expect

Piarco Airport (code: POS) has two small terminals, North and South. Unless you’re flying VIP, you’ll be in the modern North Terminal, which handles all commercial traffic. Amenities include a variety of shops and eateries, with at least one eatery open 24 hours. Free WiFi helps pass the time. For added comfort while you wait, airport lounges are available.

Sleeping in Piarco Airport

Overnight sleepers say a night here is pretty decent, but nothing to write home about. Airport staff don’t seem to mind sleepers. Try a 24-hour eatery for decent seating, or bring a sleeping bag to spread out on the floor. A sweater will help combat cold air conditioning. For uninterrupted sleep, nearby hotels offer a shuttle service. See our Airport Hotels section below for more info.

Read the latest traveller airport reviews for more tips. For more airport information, continue scrolling down to explore more in our Piarco Airport Guide.

Airport Hours

The airport is open 24 hours.

Rest & Relaxation Zones

There are no dedicated sleeping areas, quiet areas or rest zones. If this information has changed, click here to update this guide.

Cots

The airport does not provide cots to stranded travellers. If this has changed, click here to update the guide.

Airport Hotels

If sleeping in the airport sounds like a nightmare, there are hotels near Piarco Airport:

Airport Inn (0.9 mi / 1.4 km) – Budget hotel.
Piarco Village Suites (1 mi / 1.6 km) – Mid-range hotel.
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Trincity Trinidad Airport (1.3 mi / 2.1 km) – Mid-range hotel.

Airport Shuttles: Piarco Village Suites and Holiday Inn Express & Suites Trincity Trinidad Airport offer free airport shuttle service. Reservations are required for the Holiday Inn shuttle.

Airport Lounges

Pay-per-use, Single Visit Passes & Lounge Memberships

Regardless of what class of service you are flying, there is a lounge that you can enter through a lounge membership program.

V.I.P. Flyers’ Club – Location: Airside, Upper Level. Lounge Access: Lounge membership programs.

Drinking Water

A reader reports a drinking water fountain is available. (December 2024)

Food & Drink

Church’s Chicken is open 24 hours. Location: Landside, Ground Floor near baggage claim. Other food outlets are available landside and airside.

Luggage Storage & Lockers

According to a reader update in January 2019, luggage storage is no longer available.

Mobile Charging

A solar-powered charging station is available outside the atrium. Charging availability depends on sunlight.

Showers

Unavailable. If this is incorrect, click here to update this guide.

WiFi/Internet

Free WiFi is available.

Security & Safety

We have not received any reports of safety concerns at Piarco Airport. Sleeping in any airport can include a certain level of risk, especially when travelling alone. It’s important to take certain precautions to ensure your safety and the security of your valuables. Here are a few tips:

Safety First. It’s a good idea to know where the security office is and look for video cameras where you plan to sleep. You can also ask the security personnel for advice on the safest places to spend the night.
Don’t Seclude Yourself. If you’re travelling alone, we recommend you stay near other travellers or close to security. This will help you feel more secure and deter potential thieves.
Hide Your Valuables. It’s also important to hide your valuables. Don’t leave them out in plain view, as this could make you a target for theft. Additionally, if you are a deep sleeper, you may want to padlock your bag to something or sleep with your bag up against a wall to make it harder for someone to access zippers and pockets. We have received reports of sleepers who woke up without their phones and laptop bags. The travellers were left with just their headphones and laptop bag strap.
Stay Alert. It’s best to stay alert and awake if you feel unsafe or uncomfortable. Drink coffee or other caffeinated beverages to help you stay awake, and remember that you can always catch up on sleep during your flight. These simple precautions can help you enjoy a safe night at the airport.

More Airport Information

More Services, Facilities & Things To Do On A Layover

Note: Locations, hours, and rates may change. Information is provided for general reference only.

Arcade – Games are available at Amusement Games Plus on the ground floor.
Art in the Airport – The arrivals corridor features displays of local art, history, and culture.
ATMs / Cash Machines – ATMs are available. Fees may apply.
Banking Services – Banco de Reservas offers banking services.
Currency Exchange – Available near the Customs exit and in the duty-free area.
Duty-Free & Shopping – Duty-free and a small selection of souvenir shops are available.
Family Services – A children’s play area is available.
Information desk – Located in the main atrium. Open 24 hours.
Medical Services – Medical assistance is available 24 hours. Contact airport staff for help.
SIM Cards – A reader says, “Local sims can be purchased and activated right outside immigration at the bmobile kiosk. If travelling out of the country, it’s behind the stairs that go to the security checkpoint in duty-free.” (October 2023)

Airlines

Port of Spain Airport is served by the following airlines: Air Canada • American Airlines • British Airways • Caribbean Airlines • Copa Airlines • JetBlue • LIAT • Rutaca • Surinam Airways • Trans Guyana Airways • Turpial Airlines • United Airlines • Venezolana • WestJet.

Airport Transportation: Getting To/From The Airport

Bus

The airport is connected to Port of Spain by a city bus. The bus runs from approximately 5:45 AM – 7:00 PM (to the airport) and 6:30 AM – 8:15 PM (from the airport). At the time of this update, a ticket costs $4.00 and can be purchased at the airport or on board the bus.

Car Rentals

Car rentals are available on-site through the following companies: A’s Car Rental • Allan Dickson Executive • Auto Center Limited • Avis • Budget • Econo • Europcar • Exclusive Car Rentals • Hertz • Kalloo’s Rentals • Neal & Massy • Save-a-Lot Car Rentals • Singh’s Auto Rentals • Xtra Lease.

Hotel Shuttles

See Airport Hotels above.

Taxi

Taxis are available outside the arrivals area 24 hours a day.

Last updated: 2026-03-24

This guide is for informational purposes only to assist with your planning. All information, including rates and hours, is subject to change at any time without notice. The information in this airport guide is based on information collected and/or received from the airports, lounges, hotels, transportation providers, and their websites. We are not representatives of any of the above-mentioned service providers. To report errors or to add/update any items mentioned in the guide: update the airport guide or write a review.