Birmingham to Port Of Spain Flights

Birmingham's Airport Information

Orbitz.com can help you book cheap flights from Birmingham, Alabama. The Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport serves more than 3 million passengers every year. It is located five miles northeast of downtown Birmingham at 5900 Messer Airport Highway. American, Delta, Southwest, United and US Airways provide domestic and international flights.

Airport Parking Information

The Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport offers more than 5,000 hourly, daily and long-term parking spaces as well as complimentary shuttles. Parking costs $1 per hour, or up to $24 per day, in the hourly and daily sections and $10 per day in the long-term parking section. A cell phone lot with 40 free parking spaces allows people to wait in their cars when they are picking someone up.

Ground Transportation Information

If you prefer not to leave your car at the airport, metered taxis are available. Birmingham has a bus system with a one-time fare of $1.25 or $3 for an all-day pass. The airport also offers limousine and shuttle services. Not only can Orbitz.com help you plan your air travel, but it can also help you plan your ground transportation.

Birmingham Airport Restaurants

The Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport features many restaurant options. Charley's Steakery, Pizza Hut Express, Mrs. Field's Cookies, Quiznos and Starbucks are all available if you want to catch a bite to eat while waiting for your flight. There is also a gift shop and newspaper stand. Check Orbitz.com for cheap flights from Birmingham the next time you are planning a trip.

Piarco International Airport

Port of Spain is the flourishing capital of Trinidad and Tobago. It is well-known for its lively festivities and its annual pre-Lenten Carnival. If you are visiting during the cultural festival, it is recommended to reserve flights to Port of Spain with Orbitz.com so you can avail yourself of their seasonal promos and discounts.

The main airport servicing Port of Spain and the rest of Trinidad and Tobago is Piarco International Airport. It is 16 miles away from the capital and is a hub for several major airlines, including American Airlines, British Airways, Caribbean Airlines and United Airlines. Aside from passenger services, the airport also handles general aviation, cargo traffic, and military and helicopter flights.

Transportation From Piarco International Airport

The car rental services counters in Piarco International Airport are located at the West of Customs Exit in the north terminal. You can arrange a car rental service with Orbitz.com prior to your flight to Port of Spain. A taxi dispatcher can help you get a cab outside the arrival area. The major urban center of Port of Spain is approximately 15.5 miles from the airport.

Weather in Port of Spain

Port of Spain enjoys two seasons: The wet season is from June to December, and the dry season is from January to May. The wet season can bring about hurricanes, which can make interisland ferry trips rough or impossible. The nights are breezy and cool during the rainy season. It is best to book tickets with Orbitz.com and visit Port of Spain during the dry season, so you can enjoy the beautiful beaches and take part in the annual Carnival.

Major Attractions in Port of Spain

The Carnival is the city's main tourist attraction and hotels are expected to fill up just before this colorful event. Book bargain tickets and flights to Port of Spain with Orbitz.com and enjoy the yearly pre-Lenten festival of the city. Other sites that you can visit are the National Academy for Performing Arts, the International Waterfront Centre, and the Royal Botanic Gardens.