Airport Codes
Total 1 airports of TTCP
Crown Point International Airport (IATA: TAB, ICAO:TTCP) is located in the the city of Tobago, Trinidad and tobago. Phone Number :+1868-639-8389
Airport Overview
Crown Point International Airport(TAB / TTCP)
Crown Point International Airport is an international and regional airport serving Tobago in Trinidad and Tobago. It is located at Crown Point in the southwestern part of the island, near Canaan and approximately 11 km from Scarborough, the island’s principal commercial center. The airport is a regional gateway rather than a large-scale cargo hub. Based on the supplied airport profile, its International Terminal handles international cargo flights, general aviation and helicopter operations, while the Regional or North Terminal primarily supports passenger services within the Caribbean and to Trinidad. Our service team uses the airport mainly for Tobago-bound shipments that require controlled routing, advance carrier confirmation and coordinated local delivery.
| Airport name | Crown Point International Airport |
|---|---|
| Location | Tobago, Trinidad and Tobago; service city: Scarborough |
| Codes | IATA: TAB | ICAO: TTCP |
| Airport profile | International and regional passenger airport with international cargo operations |
| Airport contact | +1 868 639 8389 |
Key Highlights
Island gateway
Shipments are destined for Tobago, so routing and final-mile planning must account for island connectivity and limited local alternatives.
Regional operating profile
Freight planning is generally linked to international services, Caribbean regional sectors and connections through Trinidad or another approved gateway.
Terminal separation
International cargo handling is associated with the International Terminal; passenger-terminal assumptions should not be used for cargo acceptance.
Advance confirmation required
Available cargo space, handling windows, transit routing and acceptance of special cargo must be confirmed for the actual shipment date.
Cargo Facilities & Services
- International cargo handling: The supplied airport profile identifies the International Terminal as serving international cargo flights. Our team will verify the appointed ground handler, acceptance point and cargo cut-off before issuing final routing instructions.
- Regional passenger-terminal interface: The Regional or North Terminal is described as the main terminal for Caribbean and Trinidad passenger flights. Cargo acceptance through this terminal should not be assumed unless the operating carrier and handler confirm it.
- Customs and clearance: Import and export clearance arrangements depend on the shipment type, routing and local authorities. Commercial invoices, packing lists, air waybill data and any permits should be prepared before arrival.
- Special cargo facilities: Cold-chain rooms, dangerous-goods stores, bonded areas, live-animal facilities, screening equipment and after-hours handling must be confirmed case by case with the carrier or ground handler.
- Delivery coordination: Our service team can coordinate document release, customs-broker communication and local delivery, subject to consignee authorization, customs release and the handler’s collection procedures.
Routes & Transit Times
- Typical routing logic: International freight may move through an approved Caribbean or North American gateway, while Tobago-bound cargo may connect through Trinidad or another scheduled regional point. The exact routing depends on airline capacity, interline arrangements and cargo acceptance.
- Carrier confirmation: Airline names, operating days, flight numbers and available cargo capacity are time-sensitive. Our team confirms these details only after receiving the commodity, dimensions, weight, origin and requested delivery date.
- Transit planning: Published passenger schedules do not equal cargo availability. Connection time, transfer handling, customs status, weekend or holiday operations and weather disruption can materially change the door-to-airport schedule.
- Service commitment: We provide a confirmed routing and estimated transit range after carrier acceptance; no fixed flight or transit promise should be made before the booking is secured.
Hinterland & Key Cargo
Primary catchment
The principal logistics catchment is Tobago, including Scarborough, Crown Point, Canaan and surrounding commercial and tourism areas.
Inbound supply cargo
Common requirements may include retail replenishment, hotel and tourism supplies, spare parts, project materials and urgent business documents, subject to carrier acceptance.
Time-sensitive shipments
Medical supplies, maintenance parts and other urgent consignments require pre-alerting, packaging suitable for the commodity and confirmation of local release capability.
Perishable products
Seafood, fresh produce and other perishables require pre-booked handling, temperature instructions and a rapid consignee response; cold-storage availability must be verified before uplift.
Operations & Compliance
- Cut-off control: Cargo acceptance and documentation cut-offs vary by airline, handler, routing and day of operation. Our team obtains the actual warehouse cut-off and builds time for screening and document review.
- Dangerous goods: Batteries, aerosols, chemicals, flammable products and equipment containing lithium batteries must be classified and declared under the applicable IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations. Do not tender undeclared restricted cargo.
- Temperature-sensitive and live cargo: Confirm packaging, temperature range, acceptance window, monitoring instructions and contingency handling in writing. Live animals require advance airline approval and the relevant veterinary or regulatory documents.
- Customs and collection: Consignee details, tariff description, value, origin, permits and broker instructions must be consistent across the commercial invoice, packing list and air waybill. Customs examination or document discrepancies can delay release and collection.
Shipping Tips
- Send our service team the commodity description, HS information where available, packages, dimensions, gross weight, stackability, value and consignee contact before requesting a firm booking.
- For island-bound cargo, reserve capacity early and ask for an uplift plan that includes any intermediate gateway, transfer responsibility and recovery option if a connection is missed.
- Use robust, moisture-resistant export packaging and clear handling marks. For perishables or pharmaceuticals, provide temperature requirements and confirm the complete cold-chain handover before dispatch.
- Keep the consignee or broker ready for arrival notices, customs queries and collection. If the shipment is urgent or oversized, our team will also assess a suitable alternative gateway or multimodal solution before tender.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Can Crown Point International Airport handle international cargo?
- Yes. The supplied airport profile identifies the International Terminal as serving international cargo flights. Acceptance still depends on the operating airline, ground handler, commodity and shipment date, so our team confirms the booking before tender.
- Can I use a passenger flight shown on the schedule for cargo?
- Not automatically. Passenger service does not guarantee cargo capacity, suitable handling or acceptance of the commodity. Our team checks the airline’s cargo product and the applicable transfer arrangement.
- How should I plan cargo connecting through Trinidad?
- Provide the complete origin, destination, commodity and required delivery date. We will verify the inter-island or interline connection, transfer responsibility, documentation flow and any cargo-specific cut-offs before confirming the route.
- What documents are normally needed for customs clearance?
- Commercial invoice, packing list and accurate air waybill information are commonly required. Depending on the goods, permits, certificates, valuation details or dangerous-goods documents may also apply; the importer or broker should confirm the local requirements.
- Is temperature-controlled storage guaranteed?
- No. Cold-room availability, acceptance hours and handling capability must be confirmed for the specific airline and shipment. Our team will not label a shipment as temperature-controlled until the handling plan is accepted.
Data Sources & Provenance
Airport identity, IATA and ICAO codes, supplied terminal description, location relationship and contact number are based on the airport data provided for this page.
For current airport administration, operating arrangements and official airport information, verification should be made with the Trinidad and Tobago Airports Authority at ttaa.aero.
Code and air-transport terminology cross-checks may be made through the International Air Transport Association at iata.org and the International Civil Aviation Organization at icao.int.
Carrier schedules, cargo capacity, terminal procedures, cut-off times, customs requirements, special-cargo acceptance and local delivery conditions can change. Our service team verifies these operational items against the confirmed booking and the relevant authorities before shipment tender.