Scarborough to Port of Spain is 51 miles (83 km), a flight of about 25 minutes.
While takeoff favors the right for Tobago's coastline, the landing view from the left—featuring the Northern Range mountains and Caroni Swamp—is more visually distinctive and geographically significant. The left side captures the dramatic topography of Trinidad's approach.
Flight Path
The flight path crosses the Bocas del Dragon (Dragon's Mouth) strait between Tobago and Trinidad. At midpoint, both sides see the narrow channel with Tobago's southern coast receding behind and Trinidad's northern coastline (Chacachacare and other Northern Range foothills) approaching. The strait is typically 9 nautical miles wide and clearly visible at cruise altitude.
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from TAB
RIGHTCrown Point typically departs runway 10 (westbound). Right-side seats face north across Tobago's northern coast and the Caribbean Sea, offering views of the island's windward shoreline and open water. Left seats look inland over Tobago's interior.
Landing at POS
LEFTPiarco approaches from the north on runway 10 (or occasionally 28). Left-side seats on final approach face west and southwest, providing direct views of the Northern Range mountains and the descent path over the Caroni Swamp and Port-of-Spain's western districts. Right seats see the Gulf of Paria and less distinctive terrain.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Crown Point (TAB) to Piarco (POS)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Scarborough to Port of Spain. While takeoff favors the right for Tobago's coastline, the landing view from the left—featuring the Northern Range mountains and Caroni Swamp—is more visually distinctive and geographically significant. The left side captures the dramatic topography of Trinidad's approach.
What can I see during takeoff from Crown Point in Scarborough?
During takeoff from Crown Point (TAB), sit on the Right side for the best views. Crown Point typically departs runway 10 (westbound). Right-side seats face north across Tobago's northern coast and the Caribbean Sea, offering views of the island's windward shoreline and open water. Left seats look inland over Tobago's interior. Notable sights include: Tobago's northern coastline with reef systems, Caribbean Sea extending to the horizon, Scarborough town area to the south, interior ridge of Tobago.
What can I see when landing at Piarco in Port of Spain?
When landing at Piarco (POS), sit on the Left side for the best views. Piarco approaches from the north on runway 10 (or occasionally 28). Left-side seats on final approach face west and southwest, providing direct views of the Northern Range mountains and the descent path over the Caroni Swamp and Port-of-Spain's western districts. Right seats see the Gulf of Paria and less distinctive terrain. Notable sights include: Northern Range mountains (Aripo and El Cerro peaks), Caroni Swamp wetlands with visible channels, Port-of-Spain city grid, Gulf of Paria coastline.
How long is the flight from Scarborough to Port of Spain?
The flight from Crown Point (TAB) to Piarco (POS) takes about 25 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 51 miles (83 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Scarborough to Port of Spain flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the Bocas del Dragon (Dragon's Mouth) strait between Tobago and Trinidad. At midpoint, both sides see the narrow channel with Tobago's southern coast receding behind and Trinidad's northern coastline (Chacachacare and other Northern Range foothills) approaching. The strait is typically 9 nautical miles wide and clearly visible at cruise altitude.