Flying from Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS): what you need to know
Amsterdam's timezone is UTC+1, making Amsterdam five hours ahead of Philipsburg.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your SXM to AMS flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Flying during a peak month like February? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Princess Juliana International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between SXM and AMS:
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How to find the cheapest flights from Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
At the moment, Rs123,143 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Princess Juliana International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs239,726. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from SXM to AMS. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Princess Juliana International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices across the month and snap up a great deal.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from SXM to AMS.
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Handy information about Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM)
54.17% of flights leaving from Princess Juliana International Airport make it to their destination on time.
Princess Juliana International Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Philipsburg. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near SXM. Whether you're taking an early flight from Princess Juliana International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
If you have a late Princess Juliana International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these options near AMS:
Grab an Amsterdam Airport Schiphol rental car and explore Amsterdam and beyond with your own set of wheels. Green Motion, Keddy By Europcar and Alamo are popular outlets you can book with here.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol around four weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to central Amsterdam
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to the centre of Amsterdam has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 23 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Princess Juliana International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. June is the busiest month to head to Amsterdam. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
When booking your flight from Princess Juliana International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Amsterdam, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC to 24ºC.
February sees average temperatures of between 0ºC and 9ºC. Look for cheap tickets from SXM to AMS sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Netherlands
You've seen Amsterdam, now it's time to discover other corners of Netherlands. Journey about 56 kilometres south-west to Rotterdam to tick off its popular sights. From Markthal to Erasmus Bridge and Euromast Tower, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you want to check out another side of Netherlands, consider The Hague, roughly 56 kilometres south-west of Amsterdam. Galerie Pulchri, Faizul-Islam Mosque and The Hague Centre for Strategic Studies are among the biggest draws.