Inter Caribbean Airways
Formerly known as Air Turks & Caicos, Inter Caribbean Airways is a scheduled flight and charter flight airlines that are based in the Turks and Caicos Islands. The airline provides flights to over 27 destinations and has a fleet size of 14 as of date. The airline has its main hub at Providential International Airport and is one the only non-Jamaican airline to have an extensive flight coverage and route rights in the last 50 years. So, if your next flight plan includes flying with Inter Caribbean then here’s an all you need to know guide to fly with INTERCARIBBEAN AIRWAYS!
Check in
Airports in the Caribbean are open for check-in about 2.5 hours prior to the scheduled flight departure. This is done is order to give passengers and the airlines time to make properly preparations of information submission and baggage acceptance and approval. A minimum time of:
– At least 30 minutes’ prior check-in before the scheduled flight departure is required for DOMESTIC FLIGHTS.
At least 6O minutes’ prior check-in before the scheduled flight departure is required for INTERNATIONAL FLIGHTS.
Chartered Flights
Inter Caribbean offers the ease and convenience of flying in your own private charter flights through easy bookings that can be made directly from the official website at intercaribbean.com. Personalized quotation made on the basis of you needs ranging from 9 seaters to 30 seaters are available.
Type of Fare Classes
Inter Caribbean understands that no two fliers are the same and hence provides great flexibility in the form of three fare options available for their scheduled flights. Each fare price has its own offerings and convenient benefits to go along with different price range. Customers can choose what suits them best from the three class fares given below.
Flex Fares
PROVIDES THE BEST FLEXIBLE OPTION
Changeable & Refundable.
– VALID FOR 365 DAYS
– 2 FREE changes to future date (fare difference may apply)
– Refund before flight – 100%
– Refund after flight – $50 (International)
– Refund after flight – $20 (Domestic)
– Free Seat Selection
Discounted Pre-Paid 2nd Bag option
Best Fares
PROVIDES GREAT FARE BUT WITH CERTAIN RESTRICTIONS
Non-Refundable Fare
– VALID FOR 180 DAYS
– Change Fee $50 (International flight) + any fare difference.
– Change Fee $20 (Domestic flights) + any fare difference.
– No Show at flight – 100% of all fare, taxes and surcharges.
– Non Refundable.
– Free Seat Selection
– Discounted Pre-Paid 2nd Bag option
Saver Fares
BEST VALUE FOR MONEY FARE
Non-Refundable Fare
– VALID FOR 90 DAYS
– Change Fee $50 (International flight) + any fare difference.
– Change Fee $20 (Domestic flights + any fare difference.
– 7-day advance purchase,
– Round Trip purchase required.
– Non Refundable.
– No Show at flight time – 100% of all fare, taxes and surcharges
– Free Seat Selection
No Prepaid 2nd Bag Options
Please, take note that SAVERS FARE requires to be purchased in advance and availability is limited. A round flight is required to avail these fares.
Baggage Policy
Carry on
Here at Inter Caribbean airways each passenger is allowed to carry a cabin baggage (one piece) that does not exceed 10 pounds and are under the dimension of 9-inches height, 12 inches of width and length of 16 inches.
Free Checked-in Bags
Some class fares offer Free Checked Baggage and also discounts on 2 pre-paid checked baggage. To make sure you have the benefit of bringing free checked baggage make sure to check your fares and see if your fare offers such benefit.
Excess Checked-in Bags
Checked baggage when the exceed the stipulated weight and physical dimensions are not guaranteed of acceptance for travel by the company. Acceptance of overweight or oversized baggage will cost a surcharge. Any baggage above 70 pounds will not be accepted as checked baggage.
It is advised not to pack valuables, keys, medications, cell phones, money into your checked baggage.
Passengers are requested to declare any perishable good being sent as checked baggage. Baggage should not leak. Passengers are only permitted to carry a limited quantity of 2.5kgs or 5 lbs of dry ice.
Unaccompanied Minor Policy (UMNR)
Unaccompanied minors between the age of 5 to 11 are accepted with proof of age required. Make sure to specify at booking that the reservation is for an unaccompanied minor. Unaccompanied minors are required to reach the Departure gate at least 45 minutes prior to the scheduled departure and the party dropping the minor should be available at the airport until the flight departs.
Both dropping and receiving parties are required to obtain an “Escort Pass” which will require a verification process and the receiving party are required to produce positive identification and sign a release form for the unaccompanied minor.
Kinds and Infant Policy
As a kid-friendly airline Inter Caribbean allows one infant over 14 days and below two years of age without occupying a seat to travel with a passenger 12 years of age or older. Boarding passes will not be required for the infant but a Boarding Verification Document will be necessary.
Parents who wish to use a car-seat for their children are required to purchase a Child Fare and must only be an FAA approved car seat. A boarding pass shall be required and a birth certificate should be provided to verify the infant’s age.
Pet Policy
Pets are allowed to travel aboard Inter Caribbean and for a safe and comfortable journey it is necessary that the pets meet the following criteria:
– Pets travelling in cabins must throughout the flight be kept in their soft sided carrier at all times.
– Pets should not exceed 15lbs of weight.
– The pet should be able to sit, stand and turn around.
– The carrier should be waterproof.
The animal is required to have proper vaccination records and documents.
Frequently Asked Questions
ANS: A child over the age of 2 but under the age of 11.
ANS: A non-refundable fare has no further value once the flight is initiated and completed.
ANS: Check-In closes 30 minutes prior to the scheduled flight departure. International flights check-in closes 60 minutes before flight departure.
ANS: As of tine being Inter Caribbean does not accept third party credit card. Passengers needs to have a card in their name or make payments via cash or cheques.