Flying from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM): what you need to know
To ensure you get on your LIS to SXM flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Lisbon Portela Airport to Princess Juliana International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between LIS and SXM:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Paris Orly Airport
Newark Liberty International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Lisbon Portela Airport to Princess Juliana International Airport flight is Rs142,999. A round-trip plane ticket right now is Rs222,443. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap tickets from LIS to SXM, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price in every month when searching for a flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Princess Juliana International Airport.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from LIS to SXM.
Discover the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Princess Juliana International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
When it comes to Lisbon Portela Airport's on-time performance, data shows 64.1% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Lisbon Portela Airport is about 10 kilometres from central Lisbon. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour when using public transport.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near LIS. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Princess Juliana International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM)
If you're arriving on a late Lisbon Portela Airport to Princess Juliana International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near SXM:
Hit the road running by picking up a Princess Juliana International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from addCar, Europcar or Ace Rent a Car and explore beyond Philipsburg's usual tourist stops.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Princess Juliana International Airport around four weeks before you set off.
Getting from Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM) to central Philipsburg
From Princess Juliana International Airport, Philipsburg is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to drive to the centre.
When to fly to Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Princess Juliana International Airport. February is the busiest month to head to Philipsburg. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Philipsburg is September, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Princess Juliana International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LIS to SXM in February. Average temperatures are between 21ºC and 26ºC then.