Flying from Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM) to Fort Lauderdale: what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Princess Juliana International Airport to Fort Lauderdale and you'll be in the air for around 3 hours.
Philipsburg (the location of Princess Juliana International Airport) and Fort Lauderdale are in the same timezone — UTC-4.
Allow plenty of time to get on your SXM to Fort Lauderdale flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Begin your trip at SXM and fly straight to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL). That will be your arrival point when searching for Princess Juliana International Airport to Fort Lauderdale tickets.
Take to the skies with Spirit Airlines. This popular carrier operates direct flights from Princess Juliana International Airport to Fort Lauderdale.
Central Philipsburg to SXM is around 6 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Planning to catch an early flight from Princess Juliana International Airport to Fort Lauderdale? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to SXM:
Of all flights departing from Princess Juliana International Airport, 54.17% touch down on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM) to Fort Lauderdale
Rs47,209 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Princess Juliana International Airport to Fort Lauderdale flight. A return ticket right now is Rs71,151. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Book one month before flying. Research on pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from SXM to Fort Lauderdale.
Organise your trip for May. That's the best month for scoring a bargain on Princess Juliana International Airport to Fort Lauderdale tickets. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest price across every month.
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Airports in Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
The distance from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to central Fort Lauderdale is roughly 8 kilometres. It'll take you around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 25 minutes to get there by public transport.
Consider staying in a hotel near FLL if you're coming in on a late flight from Princess Juliana International Airport to Fort Lauderdale. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about rest:
Travel at your own speed with a Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Renta Florida, OtoQ or Thrifty and see more of Fort Lauderdale and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from SXM to Fort Lauderdale.
You'll find FLL at 320 Terminal Drive.
Best time to go to Fort Lauderdale
Carefully consider your trip dates before locking in your flight from Princess Juliana International Airport to Fort Lauderdale. The city comes alive during peak season, but prices are usually higher and attractions can get busy. Visit Fort Lauderdale in low season if you like a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in a Princess Juliana International Airport to Fort Lauderdale flight ticket with a departure in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 26ºC to 32ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from SXM to Fort Lauderdale in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC and 25ºC on average.
More about Fort Lauderdale
Start your Fort Lauderdale trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Princess Juliana International Airport to Fort Lauderdale, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Bonnet House Museum and Gardens and Coconut Grove Residences on Fort Lauderdale Beach are a couple of big attractions to add to your Fort Lauderdale to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Jungle Queen Riverboat.
Explore more of United States
Fort Lauderdale is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of United States waiting to be discovered. About 499 kilometres north of Fort Lauderdale, a trip to Jacksonville will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in United States, head for Tampa, about 306 kilometres north-west of Fort Lauderdale. Ybor City Tattoo Company, Tampa Riverwalk and The Florida Aquarium are among its highlights.