In Brief
- Passenger Numbers: Caribbean Airlines (CAL) transported 14,935 passengers between Trinidad and Tobago from 28 October to 4 November 2026 for Tobago Carnival.
- Increased Capacity: To meet the heightened demand from local and international visitors, the airline added 8,000 extra seats to its core schedule starting from 15 October.
- Standby Travel: Numerous standby passengers were also accommodated throughout the busy eight-day period.
Caribbean Airlines (CAL) transported nearly 15,000 passengers on the domestic airbridge during the recent Tobago Carnival period, meeting a surge in demand from both local and international visitors.
In a media release issued on Saturday, the state carrier reported that it moved a total of 14,935 travellers between Trinidad and Tobago from 28 October to 4 November 2026.
To handle the anticipated influx of revellers and visitors for the festivities, CAL had ramped up its domestic airbridge capacity beforehand, adding 8,000 seats to its core schedule from as early as 15 October. The airline noted that it was also able to accommodate numerous standby passengers throughout the peak eight-day window, creating additional travel opportunities between the islands.
According to CAL, the passenger numbers reflect its ongoing commitment to maintaining reliable inter-island connectivity during periods of heightened travel demand.
The airline thanked both its customers for choosing the carrier for their Carnival travel and its operational teams, whose efforts it credited for the smooth movement of passengers during the busy period.
CAL added that it remains committed to providing safe, reliable, and efficient air transport while supporting the wider development of Trinidad and Tobago’s tourism and economic sectors.
