Flying from Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM) to Vancouver: what you need to know
Princess Juliana International Airport is located in Philipsburg. Following the UTC-7 timezone, Vancouver is three hours behind Philipsburg.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your SXM to Vancouver flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Central Philipsburg to SXM is around 6 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to reach there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Booked an early flight from Princess Juliana International Airport to Vancouver? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to SXM:
When it comes to Princess Juliana International Airport's on-time performance, 54.17% of flights complete their journey on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM) to Vancouver
$490 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Princess Juliana International Airport to Vancouver flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is $898. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from SXM to Vancouver. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the nearer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
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Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The distance from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver is roughly 14 kilometres. It takes about 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you around 35 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near YVR if you have a late flight from Princess Juliana International Airport to Vancouver. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Vancouver International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty or Avis and explore beyond Vancouver's main sights.
Reserving your vehicle from Vancouver International Airport around one week ahead of your flight from SXM to Vancouver can help you secure the lowest rate.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
Central Vancouver is around 2 kilometres from Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH). After your flight from Princess Juliana International Airport to Vancouver has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 5 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 15 minutes or so.
You'll find some great places to rest your head close to CXH. Settle in and get cosy after your SXM to Vancouver flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Generally speaking, the sooner you book, the bigger the savings and variety of vehicles. Secure your ride from CXH as soon as you've confirmed your plans.
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
Abbotsford Airport (YXX) is about 64 kilometres from central Vancouver. It takes about 1 hour to get to the city centre by ride-share or cab once you've stepped off your flight from Princess Juliana International Airport to Vancouver.
Public transport will get you there in around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Enjoy a low-stress, comfortable start to your trip by checking in to a hotel near YXX after your SXM to Vancouver flight. Recharge after a day of travel or just take a moment to get your footing in a new city at:
Take control of the next part of your journey by picking up an Abbotsford Airport rental car. Hertz, Thrifty and Enterprise are dependable companies for booking.
Around one week before your flight from Princess Juliana International Airport to Vancouver is the ideal time to book your ride from YXX. You're likely to find a better rate or pick up some early bird promotions.
Best time to go to Vancouver
Carefully consider your trip dates before booking your flight from Princess Juliana International Airport to Vancouver. The city buzzes during peak season, but rates are generally higher and attractions can get busy. Plan your trip to Vancouver in low season if you like a more relaxed vibe.
When booking your Princess Juliana International Airport to Vancouver flight ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Vancouver, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC to 24ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SXM to Vancouver in December when temperatures average between -1ºC and 7ºC.
More about Vancouver
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Vancouver right here. Check out these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Princess Juliana International Airport to Vancouver:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Granville Island, Stanley Park and Science World are must-visits when exploring Vancouver.
Explore more of Canada
Kelowna is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be explored once you've seen Vancouver. Around 274 kilometres away to the east, its best attractions include Kasugai Japanese Garden, Waterfront Park and Mary Ann Collinson Memorial Park.
If you want to check out another corner of Canada, head for Kamloops, roughly 257 kilometres north-east of Vancouver. Riverside Park, Kamloops Art Gallery and BIG Little Science Centre are among the biggest draws.