Travelling from St Maarten Airport (SXM) to Basseterre Airport (SKB): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from St Maarten Airport to Basseterre Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 30 minutes.
Philipsburg and Basseterre share the UTC-4 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
Each week, there are 12 St Maarten Airport to Basseterre Airport flights.
Your SXM to SKB flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Travelling during a peak month such as April? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Getting to Basseterre (and then exploring more of Saint Kitts and Nevis!) is easy with Winair. This popular airline offers direct flights from St Maarten Airport to Basseterre Airport.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Winair on this route.
With 66.67% of services landing on schedule, Winair is the most punctual carrier operating SXM to SKB flights.
Choose a stopover if you want to break up your flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to see the options for tickets from St Maarten Airport to Basseterre Airport. New York John F. Kennedy Airport is a popular stopover on the SXM to SKB route.
How to find the cheapest flights from St Maarten Airport (SXM) to Basseterre Airport (SKB)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way St Maarten Airport to Basseterre Airport flight is Rs31,378. A return plane ticket is currently Rs64,373. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Get cheap tickets from SXM to SKB by booking ten months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from St Maarten Airport to Basseterre Airport is March. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from SXM to SKB.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from St Maarten Airport to Basseterre Airport.
Handy information about St Maarten Airport (SXM)
Of all flights departing from St Maarten Airport, 66% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Philipsburg to St Maarten Airport is approximately 3 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 10 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
The trip on public transport takes roughly 20 minutes.
Booked an early flight from St Maarten Airport to Basseterre Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to SXM:
Arriving at Basseterre Airport (SKB)
If you're landing on a late St Maarten Airport to Basseterre Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near SKB:
Pick up a Basseterre Airport rental car and explore Basseterre and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Avis and Hertz are leading providers you can book with here.
Book your ride from Basseterre Airport at least a few weeks before your departure to get the best possible rate. If you're going away during a peak period, it's a good idea to book even earlier.
Getting from Basseterre Airport (SKB) to central Basseterre
Basseterre Airport is roughly 3 kilometres from central Basseterre. The drive time takes around 10 minutes.
It'll take around 15 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Basseterre Airport (SKB)
The quietest month for a flight from St Maarten Airport to Basseterre Airport is March, while April is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Basseterre based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from St Maarten Airport to Basseterre Airport for September if you'd like to go to Basseterre during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 26ºC and 29ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from SXM to SKB in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC and 26ºC on average.
