Cheap Flights to Trinidad

Organise a flight to Trinidad and you'll be landing at Silvio Pettirossi Intl. Airport (ASU).

Trinidad is serviced by 10 air carriers from 18 airports across the globe.

Most often, travellers fly with Aerolineas Argentinas, Paranair and JetSmart when heading off to Trinidad. The majority of these flights come from Buenos Aires, with Aerolineas Argentinas operating this route the most frequently.

Flying to a new place is much simpler when there aren't any annoying stopovers to slow you down. If you're travelling to Trinidad, the good news is that there are approximately 120 direct flights every week.

Travellers frequently jet off from Buenos Aires, Sao Paulo and Montevideo airports when heading to Trinidad.

Where you depart from determines how much of the in-flight entertainment you'll get to see. From Buenos Aires to Trinidad, the average flight time is 1 hour and 53 minutes. From Sao Paulo it's more or less 2 hours and 10 minutes, and from Montevideo it's 1 hour and 50 minutes.

If you want to have some extra spending money on your trip to Trinidad, listen up! As every seasoned traveller knows, avoid booking at the last minute. Fares are usually more expensive just prior to the departure date. Don't stop there, though. Do some research and see if there are multiple airports at your destination. Fares often differ depending on the airport you use. Make sure you compare prices across airlines too. Finally, be prepared to book quickly if you stumble on a great deal. It might not be available for too long. With a bit of knowledge and some luck, the ideal airfare will be yours.

If you're not prepared, airports and flying can be a real challenge. But there's no need to panic. Follow these handy tips for a pleasant start to your getaway in Trinidad. What to pack in your hand luggage:

• Travelling on a plane can be a great experience if you take the right stuff. First of all you'll need basic toiletry items, such as deodorant and a toothbrush, a spare set of clothes and a good novel. Next, find a spot in your bag for your electronic devices, chargers, any daily medications and perhaps a proper neck pillow too. Lastly, don't forget to take your passport, travel papers and some money.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

• Put all your full-sized bottles of shampoo and hairspray in your checked luggage. Any liquids or gels in your carry-on suitcase larger than 3.4 ounces (100 millilitres) will be confiscated. Sharp objects, like your precious Swiss Army knife, and dangerous products which are explosive or flammable, such as flares, chemicals agents and matches, are also prohibited.

What to wear on a flight:

• The aisles of an aircraft aren't the place for a fashion parade. Don comfortable layers and pick shoes that are flat, roomy and easy to take on and off.
• You've probably heard about deep vein thrombosis (DVT), a blood clot condition caused by prolonged periods of sitting. To lower your risk on board, drink lots of water, consider wearing compression socks and move your legs and feet often.

As savvy travellers know, the secret is to be organised before you get to the airport security gate. That way, you'll be boarding that plane to Trinidad before you know it. Follow these helpful tips and get your trip off to a flying start:

• Keep your ID and boarding pass easily accessible. They'll be the first things you'll be asked to show at security.
• Next up is the X-ray machine. Remove anything metal on you that is likely to beep. This includes items like earphones or headphones, as well as heavy jackets or coats. They'll all need to go on the X-ray conveyor belt.
• All your electronic devices, including your phone and laptop, must also be scanned.
• Don't forget to remove liquids and gels from your hand luggage. They often need to be sent through the X-ray machine separately. Each item should be in a container no larger than 3.4 ounces (100 millilitres) and everything must fit inside a single quart-size (one litre), clear zip-close bag.
• It's also likely that you'll be required to take your shoes off for scanning, so wearing slip-on sneakers is always a good idea.
• Sharp or pointed items are prohibited in the cabin. They'll be seized at security, so pack them safely away in your checked suitcase.