Caribbean Airlines adds a new Caribbean destination by inaugurating its flights to San Juan (SJU), Puerto Rico, initially from Port of Spain (POS), Trinidad and Tobago; and later from Bridgetown (BGI), Barbados, subject to the approval of the Government of Barbados.
The airline will operate three weekly flights to San Juan using ATR 72-600 aircraft, offering 408 seats per week. This new route will connect Puerto Rico with Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago facilitating access to Caribbean Airlines’ extensive network of destinations in the Caribbean. Additionally, the cargo offering will be expanded, leveraging the aircraft holds to improve logistics services.
Starting in November, the route will make a stop in Bridgetown, Barbados, expanding Caribbean Airlines’ connection options in the Lesser Antilles.
“We are excited to expand our route network to include San Juan, Puerto Rico. This new route is a significant step in our growth strategy and underscores our commitment to improving regional connectivity. Caribbean Airlines plays a vital role in connecting the Caribbean, and by the end of this year, we will be connecting Spanish, French, Dutch, and English-speaking Caribbean people with each other, the North American diaspora, and business and leisure travelers, while welcoming them home to explore our beautiful region,” said Garvin Medera, CEO of Caribbean Airlines.
Caribbean Airlines flight schedule in Puerto Rico
From July 14:
- Port of Spain – San Juan flight BW 290 POS 10:50 – 14:00 SJU / Tuesday, Friday, and Sunday.
- San Juan – Port of Spain flight BW 291 SJU 15:30 – 18:25 POS / Tuesday, Friday, and Sunday.
Starting November 1, subject to changes.
- Port of Spain – Barbados flight BW 290 POS 14:15 – 15:15 BGI / Tuesday, Friday, and Sunday
- Barbados – San Juan flight BW 290 BGI 16:30 – 19:10 SJU / Tuesday, Friday, and Sunday
- San Juan – Barbados flight BW 291 SJU 10:10 – 12:35 BGI / Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday.
- Barbados – Port of Spain flight BW 291 BGI 13:20 – 14:20 POS / Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday.
Caribbean Airlines today
Caribbean Airlines is a fully state-owned corporation. The Republic of Trinidad and Tobago owns 88% and the remaining 12% is owned by the government of Jamaica.
According to Cirium, CAL operates to 23 destinations on 38 routes, serving Canada, Venezuela, Guyana, Suriname, the United States, and the Caribbean from its bases in Port of Spain (POS), Barbados (BGI), and Kingston (KIN).
CAL currently operates a fleet of 20 aircraft, including ten ATR72-600, nine B737-8, and one B767-300ER (BDSF) leased with crew from Northern Air Cargo.
In 2023, the company achieved operating profits of USD 24 million, compared to USD 36 million in 2022. Additionally, it announced plans to add new destinations in the region such as Puerto Rico, Martinique, Guadeloupe, and the British Virgin Islands.
In October 2023, the government of Trinidad and Tobago revealed the national budget for Caribbean Airlines for 2023/24, shedding light on the airline’s future growth prospects. According to the budget document, the airline plans to introduce four ATR 72-600 aircraft and three Boeing 737 MAX 8 through lease agreements. Surprisingly, CAL also aims to introduce five Embraer 175 and two Boeing 737-800 (BCF), the latter for the cargo market.
