Travelling from New York to Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM): what you need to know
Approximately 4 hours 13 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from New York to Princess Juliana International Airport.
New York and Philipsburg (where Princess Juliana International Airport is located) share the UTC-4 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch once you arrive.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM) is the most popular route. There are 17 direct flights a week to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, take the last flight with jetBlue at 12:23. Go for the first EWR to SXM departure operated by jetBlue at 06:00 if you want to get going earlier.
To ensure you get on your flight from New York to SXM, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
If you're travelling during a popular month like August, be at the airport even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. You can expect lines to be longer during holiday periods like Christmas, New Year and spring break.
Airports in New York
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
You can hop on a direct flight from New York to Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM) departing from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR).
If you plan to leave from EWR, you can take a direct flight from New York to Princess Juliana International Airport with United.
From the centre of New York, EWR is approximately 24 kilometres away. Check the official airport website or use navigation apps to work out the best way to get there.
Booked an early flight from New York to Princess Juliana International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near Newark Liberty International Airport:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) operates direct flights from New York to Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM).
Top airlines that have direct flights from New York to SXM taking off from JFK include:
JFK is around 48 kilometres from central New York. It'll take 48 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not book another night away? Consider kicking back in one of these hotels near John F. Kennedy International Airport the day before your flight from New York to SXM:
About Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from New York to Princess Juliana International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SXM instead:
Getting from Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM) to central Philipsburg
From Princess Juliana International Airport, Philipsburg is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 23 minutes to get to the centre driving.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM)
For a one-way ticket from New York to Princess Juliana International Airport, ر.ق. 291 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return trip starting from ر.ق. 903. These are currently the lowest fares and may vary based on availability.
It's a good idea to book 8 months in advance. Flight price data suggests you're more likely to score cheap tickets from New York to SXM within that timeframe.
To score the lowest price on your tickets from New York to Princess Juliana International Airport, book your trip for May (it's when flights are cheapest). Flexible with your dates? Use the 'Whole month' function to browse the most affordable day to fly.
Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll get notified right away if there's a deal you can't miss. It's simple to do, and it'll save you time looking for cheap flight tickets from New York to SXM every day.
Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from New York to Princess Juliana International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
The best time to fly from New York to Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM)
July is the most popular month to catch a flight from New York to Princess Juliana International Airport while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Philipsburg, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
Lock in your flight from New York to SXM for September if you're eager to head to the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Philipsburg to range from 25ºC to 29ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from New York to Princess Juliana International Airport in February when temperatures average between 21ºC and 26ºC.
More about Philipsburg
Start your Philipsburg trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from New York to Princess Juliana International Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Bon-Sea, Great Bay Beach and Wisp are essential stops on your Philipsburg itinerary.
Complete your Philipsburg trip with a car rental
After you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from New York to Princess Juliana International Airport, next up is choosing one of our car rentals in Philipsburg. Browse the deals and easily compare options on price, fuel policies, and more.
