Caribbean Airlines, incorporated in the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago on September 27, 2006, officially commenced operations on January 1, 2007. It succeeded BWIA West Indies Airways and currently serves as the state-owned airline and flag carrier for both Trinidad and Tobago and Jamaica. The airline aims to provide a genuine Caribbean experience on all its services, embodying the warmth and culture of the islands.
The airline's main operational base and headquarters are located at Piarco International Airport (POS) in Trinidad and Tobago. It also maintains an important operational base at Norman Manley International Airport (KIN) in Kingston, Jamaica, and a hub at Cheddi Jagan International Airport (GEO) in Georgetown, Guyana. Caribbean Airlines operates an extensive route network, with over 600 weekly flights connecting destinations across the Caribbean, North America, and South America. As of November 2025, it serves 2 domestic and 25 international destinations across 22 countries.
Caribbean Airlines operates a fleet primarily comprising Boeing 737-800 and ATR 72-600 aircraft. There are plans to modernize the fleet further by replacing the Boeing 737-800 models with newer Boeing 737 MAX 8 airplanes. The airline is not a member of any major global airline alliances such as Star Alliance, SkyTeam, or Oneworld. However, it does engage in codeshare agreements with other carriers, including British Airways and Virgin Atlantic, to expand its reach. Notable services include Caribbean Plus, an upgraded economy class offering extra legroom, and Caribbean Cafe, providing buy-on-board local snacks and drinks. Complimentary meals and snacks are also offered on flights. The airline also features a loyalty program called Caribbean Miles.
Recent traveler reviews for Caribbean Airlines present a mixed bag of experiences.
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Overall sentiment suggests that while Caribbean Airlines excels in delivering a friendly, island-inspired experience onboard and offers convenient regional connections, operational consistency and post-flight customer support remain areas needing significant improvement. The warmth of the crew often contrasts with frustrations stemming from delays and administrative challenges.
Caribbean Airlines maintains a commitment to upholding high safety standards. The airline adheres to the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) standards and is recognized as an IATA Operational Safety Audit (IOSA) qualified airline. These are globally recognized benchmarks for airline safety and operational excellence.
The airline is also certified as an FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) repair station under regulation 145. This certification signifies that its maintenance and engineering department meets strict international aviation standards for performing repairs, inspections, and alterations on aircraft and components. Caribbean Airlines is not listed on the EU Air Safety List (EU blacklist), which bans or restricts carriers from operating within European Union airspace due to safety concerns.
Regarding its safety record, Caribbean Airlines generally has a strong one. A notable incident occurred in July 2017, when a jet blast from Caribbean Airlines flight 457 at Princess Juliana International Airport in Sint Maarten resulted in a fatality on the ground. More recently, on January 27, 2025, flight BW1541 made an emergency landing. Caribbean Airlines is actively investigating this incident in line with industry best practices and regulatory requirements, cooperating fully with authorities, and has strongly refuted any suggestions that safety is being compromised. The airline's fleet is regularly updated and maintained according to international safety standards. Based on available data, Caribbean Airlines prioritizes safety through adherence to international regulations, rigorous audits, and a certified maintenance program, consistently passing required inspections. There were no specific safety awards or recognitions found in the search results.
| Route | Destination | Flights | Distance | Aircraft | Last Seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TAB → POS |
Piarco Int'l
Port of Spain
|
531 | 51 mi | AT72 | Dec 9, 2025 |
| POS → TAB |
Crown Point
Scarborough
|
431 | 51 mi | AT72 | Dec 10, 2025 |
| GEO → POS |
Piarco Int'l
Port of Spain
|
218 | 353 mi | B38M | Dec 11, 2025 |
| BGI → POS |
Piarco Int'l
Port of Spain
|
126 | 212 mi | B38M | Nov 28, 2025 |
| GEO → JFK |
John F Kennedy Intl
New York
|
99 | 2586 mi | B38M | Dec 11, 2025 |
| POS → BGI |
Grantley Adams Int'l
Bridgetown
|
95 | 212 mi | AT72 | Dec 10, 2025 |
| BGI → OGL |
Eugene F. Correia International Airport
Ogle
|
80 | 444 mi | AT72 | Nov 28, 2025 |
| POS → MIA |
Miami Intl
Miami
|
68 | 1692 mi | B38M | Dec 10, 2025 |
| GND → POS |
Piarco Int'l
Port of Spain
|
68 | 102 mi | AT72 | Dec 9, 2025 |
| POS → GEO |
Cheddi Jagan Int'l
Georgetown
|
68 | 353 mi | B763 | Dec 10, 2025 |
| KIN → FLL |
Fort Lauderdale Intl
Fort Lauderdale
|
62 | 662 mi | B732 | Oct 24, 2025 |
| BGI → GND |
Point Salines Int'l
St. George's
|
53 | 172 mi | AT72 | Nov 28, 2025 |
| BGI → SVD |
Argyle International Airport
Argyle
|
51 | 112 mi | AT72 | Nov 25, 2025 |
| SVD → BGI |
Grantley Adams Int'l
Bridgetown
|
50 | 112 mi | AT72 | Dec 10, 2025 |
| POS → GND |
Point Salines Int'l
St. George's
|
48 | 102 mi | AT72 | Dec 10, 2025 |
| GND → BGI |
Grantley Adams Int'l
Bridgetown
|
44 | 172 mi | AT72 | Dec 9, 2025 |
| ANU → SKB |
Robert L. Bradshaw Int'l
Basseterre
|
41 | 62 mi | AT72 | Nov 28, 2025 |
| ANU → POS |
Piarco Int'l
Port of Spain
|
39 | 453 mi | AT72 | Nov 28, 2025 |
| GEO → YYZ |
Toronto Pearson Int'l
Toronto
|
39 | 2956 mi | B38M | Dec 11, 2025 |
| BGI → SLU |
George F. L. Charles
Castries
|
38 | 120 mi | AT72 | Nov 28, 2025 |
| POS → JFK |
John F Kennedy Intl
New York
|
38 | 2255 mi | B38M | Dec 2, 2025 |
| SVD → POS |
Piarco Int'l
Port of Spain
|
37 | 178 mi | B38M | Dec 10, 2025 |
| POS → YYZ |
Toronto Pearson Int'l
Toronto
|
34 | 2609 mi | B38M | Dec 9, 2025 |
| YYZ → POS |
Piarco Int'l
Port of Spain
|
34 | 2627 mi | B38M | Dec 10, 2025 |
| KIN → JFK |
John F Kennedy Intl
New York
|
33 | 1933 mi | A320 | Nov 25, 2025 |
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