interCaribbean Airways introduces new nonstop weekly flights between Trinidad and Barbados

Trinidad and Tobago: interCaribbean Airways launched a new non-stop weekly air service between Trinidad and Tobago and Barbados. The service will be started on March 9, 2026 and the flights will be operating four times in a week, connecting the two neighbours in the Caribbean.

The Ministry of Transport and Civil Aviation announced the partnership with the airline and noted that this will enhance their presence in the wider region. It will mark as a significant step towards regional air connectivity, aiming to enhance their flight operations with the Caribbean’s premier aviation hubs.

The coordination meeting will be held on January 28, 2026 to prepare the ministry for the launch of the service as the inaugural flight will be landed at Piarco International Airport of Trinidad and Tobago from Barbados on March 9, 2026.

Minister Zakour called it an important milestone for both island nations and said that the new route will strengthen the regional linkages. It will also support tourism, trade and cultural exchange, providing benefits to both business and leisure travel.

He said that the service will also reiterate the government’s commitment to expanding airlift and reinforcing regional integration. The Ministry will continue to engage with interCaribbean and other key stakeholders to facilitate the successful introduction of the service.

In addition to that, the interCaribbean Airways will also advance Trinidad and Tobago’s connectivity with the wider Caribbean. He said, “The Ministry will continue to engage with InterCaribbean Airways and key stakeholders to facilitate the successful introduction of the service, while advancing Trinidad and Tobago’s connectivity with the wider Caribbean.” 

The service will also enhance the travel options for citizens and visitors across the Caribbean, supporting tourism, trade and cultural exchange. The Minister said that they are working to enhance their travel sector with more airlift options for visitors and citizens across the Caribbean.

Minister Zakour also added that they will achieve regional milestones with the service.