Travelling from Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM) to Brisbane Airport (BNE): what you need to know
Brisbane is 14 hours ahead of Philipsburg and observes the UTC+10 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to make your SXM to BNE flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time such as February? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Princess Juliana International Airport to Brisbane Airport flight is $2,700. A return ticket is currently $4,275. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from SXM to BNE. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Princess Juliana International Airport to Brisbane Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares throughout the month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM)
Of the departures from Princess Juliana International Airport, 54.17% arrive on time at their destination.
Princess Juliana International Airport is about 11 kilometres from central Philipsburg. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Looking for a handy hotel near SXM? If you've booked an early flight from Princess Juliana International Airport to Brisbane Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Brisbane Airport (BNE)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Princess Juliana International Airport to Brisbane Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near BNE instead:
Pick up a Brisbane Airport rental car and explore Brisbane and beyond with your own set of wheels. Simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals and Alpha Car Hire are top outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Brisbane Airport around four weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to central Brisbane
From Brisbane Airport, Brisbane is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 30 minutes.
When to fly to Brisbane Airport (BNE)
January is the most popular month for flights from Princess Juliana International Airport to Brisbane Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Brisbane in April.
Book your flight from Princess Juliana International Airport to Brisbane Airport for January if you'd like to go to Brisbane during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 21ºC and 30ºC.
July sees average temperatures of between 10ºC and 21ºC. Look for cheap tickets from SXM to BNE sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Australia
Gold Coast is just one of the many cities in Australia waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Brisbane. Around 72 kilometres away to the south-east, its top attractions include SkyPoint Observation Deck, PCYC Gold Coast and Holiday Holiday.
Around 105 kilometres west of Brisbane, Toowoomba is another favourite stop in Australia. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Queens Park, Picnic Point Lookout and Picnic Point.
