Travelling from St Maarten Airport (SXM) to New York Newark Airport (EWR): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from St Maarten Airport to New York Newark Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 4 hours 45 minutes.
The timezone in New York is UTC-5, which is one hour behind Philipsburg.
Flights from SXM to EWR start from 13:35 — the first with United Airlines. The latest departure is at 17:55 with United Airlines. Overall, you can take your pick of six weekly St Maarten Airport to New York Newark Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your SXM to EWR flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
During popular months like April, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
United is your ticket to exploring New York (and perhaps some other exciting corners of the United States!). Browse the direct flights from St Maarten Airport to New York Newark Airport offered by this airline.
United is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
With an impressive 80.77% of services arriving as scheduled, United has the best on-time record for SXM to EWR flights.
If you want to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from St Maarten Airport to New York Newark Airport. These are the top stopovers between SXM and EWR:
Miami International Airport
Orlando International Airport
Washington Dulles Airport
Handy information about St Maarten Airport (SXM)
66% of flights taking off from St Maarten Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Central Philipsburg to St Maarten Airport is around 3 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 10 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 20 minutes.
Have an early flight from St Maarten Airport to New York Newark Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to SXM:
Arriving at New York Newark Airport (EWR)
If you're coming in on a late St Maarten Airport to New York Newark Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near EWR:
Pick up a New York Newark Airport rental car and discover New York and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Budget and Thrifty are top outlets you can book with here.
Booking your ride from New York Newark Airport around three weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
When to fly to New York Newark Airport (EWR)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from St Maarten Airport to New York Newark Airport. December is the busiest month to visit New York. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in September.
Before locking in your flight from St Maarten Airport to New York Newark Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in New York, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC to 30ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -6ºC and 8ºC. Search for cheap tickets from SXM to EWR sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of the United States
Philadelphia is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored after you've seen New York. Around 129 kilometres away to the south-west, popular attractions include Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in the United States, consider Boston, roughly 306 kilometres north-east of New York. Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Freedom Trail and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum are key reasons to visit.
