Travelling from St Maarten Airport (SXM) to Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP): what you need to know
Around 6 hours 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from St Maarten Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport.
Minneapolis is two hours behind Philipsburg and observes the UTC-6 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to make your SXM to MSP flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as April, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Delta has direct flights from St Maarten Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Minneapolis — and maybe even more of the United States if time allows.
Most passengers choose to travel with Delta on this route.
Delta is the most punctual carrier offering SXM to MSP flights.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from St Maarten Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport. These are the top stopovers between SXM and MSP:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
Orlando International Airport
San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from St Maarten Airport (SXM) to Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP)
At the moment, $878 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way St Maarten Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $921. Remember that fares can change due to demand when booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from SXM to MSP, book in advance. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from St Maarten Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport across the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
Save time searching for cheap flights from SXM to MSP by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from St Maarten Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport.
Handy information about St Maarten Airport (SXM)
66% of flights leaving from St Maarten Airport touch down at their destination on time.
To get to St Maarten Airport from central Philipsburg, it'll take about 10 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 3 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport usually takes 20 minutes.
Booked an early flight from St Maarten Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near SXM:
Arriving at Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP)
Book a hotel close to MSP if you're on a late St Maarten Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport flight. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Hit the road running by picking up a Minneapolis St Paul Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Ace Rent a Car, Thrifty or Dollar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Minneapolis and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Minneapolis St Paul Airport around two weeks before travelling.
When to fly to Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP)
The quietest month for a flight from St Maarten Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Minneapolis based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your flight from St Maarten Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Minneapolis, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC to 29ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SXM to MSP in January. Average temperatures are between -19ºC and -1ºC then.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Minneapolis, now it's time to explore more of the United States. Journey about 483 kilometres south-east to Milwaukee to tick off its leading sights. From Richards Duplex Apartments by Frank Lloyd Wright to Miller Park and Milwaukee County Zoo, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 467 kilometres south-west of Minneapolis, Omaha is another essential stop in the United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Kiewit Luminarium, OUR BODY: The Universe Within and Orpheum Theatre.
