Flying from Vancouver to Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM): What you need to know
The timezone in Philipsburg is UTC-4, which is three hours ahead of Vancouver. Princess Juliana International Airport is located in Philipsburg.
To ensure you catch your flight from Vancouver to SXM, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Vancouver, YVR can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near Vancouver International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Vancouver to Princess Juliana International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
71.77% of flights that take off from Vancouver International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
CXH is about 2 kilometres from central Vancouver. It takes 5 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 15 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before your Vancouver to SXM flight, stay in one of these hotels near Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport:
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
YXX is roughly 64 kilometres from central Vancouver. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour. If you're planning to take public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Sleep a little longer and still make your Vancouver to Princess Juliana International Airport flight with time to spare. These accommodation options near Abbotsford Airport make departure day a breeze if you're setting off early:
Flights that take off from YXX make it to their destination within the scheduled time frame 67.97% of the time.
About Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Vancouver to Princess Juliana International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near SXM instead:
Pick up a Princess Juliana International Airport rental car and discover Philipsburg and beyond with your own set of wheels. AddCar, Europcar and Ace Rent a Car are top providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Vancouver to Princess Juliana International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM)
$365 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Princess Juliana International Airport. Return flights start at $777. These fares can change depending on demand.
To pick up cheap flights from Vancouver to SXM, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first released.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM)
Picture the kind of break you want when deciding when to fly. April is the quietest month to visit Philipsburg. July is when most people book flights from Vancouver to Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM), which may be perfect if you're after more action.
Book a Vancouver to SXM flight ticket departing in September if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Philipsburg to range from 25ºC to 29ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Vancouver to Princess Juliana International Airport in February if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC and 26ºC.
More about Philipsburg
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Philipsburg right here. Check out these hotels after locking in your flight from Vancouver to Princess Juliana International Airport:
You'll find plenty of terrific things to do in Philipsburg when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Kick off your itinerary at Great Bay Beach followed by Private Yacht Charter N.V. and Wander Route Coastal Trail.