Travelling from San Juan to Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM): What you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 1 hour 10 minutes. That's the average time for a direct San Juan to Princess Juliana International Airport flight.
San Juan and Philipsburg (where Princess Juliana International Airport is located) share the UTC-4 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch once you land.
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) to Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM) is the busiest route, with 4 direct services every week. Travel from SJU to SXM on Silver Airways's 10:10am flight.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from San Juan to SXM. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
If you're flying during a major holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. Arrive two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in San Juan
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from San Juan to Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM) operate out of this terminal.
When leaving from SJU, you can take a direct flight from San Juan to Princess Juliana International Airport with Silver Airways.
Most travellers choose to fly with Silver Airways between SJU and SXM.
With 66.67% of its services landing as planned, Frontier Airlines is the leading performer for punctuality on this route.
Located around 8 kilometres from the centre of San Juan, SJU can be reached in about 10 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 55 minutes.
Catching an early flight from San Juan to Princess Juliana International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near Luis Munoz Marin International Airport:
When it comes to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport's on-time performance, 73.65% of flights complete their journey on time.
Fernando Luis Ribas Dominicci Airport (SIG)
With public transport, you can travel from central San Juan to SIG in around 1 hour. The terminal is roughly 8 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 15 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your San Juan to SXM flight? Relax in a hotel near Fernando Luis Ribas Dominicci Airport before your holiday officially begins. These stays are calling your name:
About Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM)
If you're arriving on a late flight from San Juan to Princess Juliana International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near SXM:
Grab a Princess Juliana International Airport rental car and explore Philipsburg and beyond with your own set of wheels. AddCar, Europcar and Ace Rent a Car are popular providers you can book with here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride around four weeks ahead of your San Juan to Princess Juliana International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Juan to Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM)
At the moment, Rs36,828 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from San Juan to Princess Juliana International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs76,980. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book one month before you travel. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from San Juan to SXM.
The best month for landing cheap San Juan to Princess Juliana International Airport tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from San Juan to Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM)
April is the quietest month for flights from San Juan to Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM), while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Philipsburg based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your San Juan to SXM flight ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. September is the warmest month in Philipsburg, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC to 29ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from San Juan to Princess Juliana International Airport in February if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC and 26ºC.
More about Philipsburg
After booking your flight from San Juan to Princess Juliana International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Philipsburg:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Great Bay Beach, Private Yacht Charter N.V. and Wander Route Coastal Trail are top attractions which should feature on any good Philipsburg itinerary.
