Flying from Chicago to Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM): What you need to know
Book a direct Chicago to Princess Juliana International Airport flight and you'll be in the air for around 5 hours 5 minutes.
The timezone in Philipsburg is UTC-4, which is one hour ahead of Chicago. Princess Juliana International Airport is located in Philipsburg.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from Chicago to SXM.
In high season, allow for extended wait times and be there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international trips.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
You can book a direct flight from Chicago to Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM) departing from O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
United Airlines is a well-known carrier that offers direct flights from Chicago to Princess Juliana International Airport leaving from ORD.
United Airlines is the airline with the highest number of bookings for flights from ORD to SXM.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival rate on this route is United Airlines.
ORD is about 40 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 55 minutes.
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When it comes to O'Hare International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74.85% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
MDW is about 19 kilometres from central Chicago. It'll take you 20 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
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Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time performance of 77.88%. This figure highlights how often flights that depart from this airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
The address for MDW is 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
RFD is roughly 137 kilometres from central Chicago. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 25 minutes. If you're planning to use public transport, expect a journey time of around 4 hours 15 minutes.
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Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights get to their destinations without delays. At RFD, that rate is 76.19%.
You'll find Chicago Rockford International Airport at 2 Airport Cir.
About Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM)
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How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM)
Rs26,167 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Princess Juliana International Airport. A return flight starts from Rs82,514. These prices may change depending on availability.
To score cheap flights from Chicago to SXM, book your ticket four months before your departure date.
The best month for landing cheap Chicago to Princess Juliana International Airport tickets is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Chicago to Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM). July is when most people travel to Philipsburg. If you prefer a quieter vibe, think about going in April.
The warmest month in Philipsburg is September, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC and 29ºC. Book your Chicago to SXM flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Chicago to Princess Juliana International Airport in February when temperatures are between 21ºC and 26ºC.
More about Philipsburg
Once you've booked your flight from Chicago to Princess Juliana International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Philipsburg:
Your Philipsburg visit won't be complete without checking out the sights. Big-name attractions worth exploring include Great Bay Beach, Private Yacht Charter N.V. and Wander Route Coastal Trail.
