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In an exciting boost for Trinidad and Tobago’s tourism industry, United Airlines has announced the launch of daily nonstop flights from New Jersey to Port of Spain for the Carnival 2025 season. This enhanced service comes alongside the reintroduction of the airline’s December-to-January seasonal flights, marking a significant expansion after years of limited connectivity on this route.
The new flights will run from February 13 to March 8, 2025, aligning perfectly with the Carnival festivities, one of the most anticipated events in the Caribbean. Departing daily from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) at 7:00 PM, flight UA 1904 will arrive at Piarco International Airport (POS) at 1:05 AM the following day. The return service, UA 1905, will leave Trinidad at 2:20 AM, landing back in New Jersey by 6:55 AM.
United Airlines will operate the route using its Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft. Combined with the December-to-January seasonal flights, this expansion will add over 3,600 seats to the market, significantly enhancing travel options for visitors heading to Trinidad and Tobago during the festive season.
The announcement follows strategic discussions between Trinidad and Tobago’s Minister of Tourism, Randall Mitchell, and Airports Authority Marketing Manager Joanna Fridy, who met with United Airlines officials on August 12. Among the key topics discussed was the extension of seasonal flights beyond the Christmas period. Days later, the airline agreed, paving the way for this expanded service.
Minister Mitchell expressed optimism about the impact of the increased flights, highlighting the potential for economic benefits. “The additional seat capacity will be a boon to our local tourism sector, offering more options for visitors and driving foreign exchange earnings,” he noted.
Mitchell also emphasized the broader goal of making the route available year-round, a move that would further cement Trinidad and Tobago as a premier destination for global travelers.
With Carnival 2025 on the horizon, the new service from United Airlines is poised to make travel more accessible, offering convenience for revelers and boosting the nation’s economy through increased visitor arrivals and spending. (https://nycaribnews.com/united-airlines-extends-services-to-trinidad-for-carnival-2025/)
