The US-based Contour Airlines Wednesday announced plans to expand its presence is the Caribbean with direct flights between Trinidad and Tobago and Dominica beginning October 5.
The carrier said it would Port of Spain (POS), Trinidad to its network, with flights to Dominica, with the option of continuing onto to San Juan or St. Thomas on the same aircraft. They will also connect passengers between St. Maarten and St. Thomas.
‘This route strengthens connectivity within the Eastern Caribbean by making travel more convenient for residents, businesses and visitors alike,’ said Contour Airlines President Ben Munson in a statement welcoming the launch.
‘Passengers will benefit from a fast, comfortable and reliable travel option while supporting stronger economic and tourism ties between these two vibrant destinations,’ he added.
The announcement by Contour comes a few weeks after the state-owned Trinidad-based Caribbean Airlines (CAL) announced it was ending its flights to Dominica because the route was not profitable.
Minister of Transport and Civil Aviation, Eli Zakour, told the Trinidad and Tobago parliament had recorded losses of TT$4.9 million as of April 2026.
Contour said it will be using the 30 seater Embraer ERJ-135 with the flights between Dominica and Trinidad and Tobago taking place on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursday and Fridays