Travelling from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM): what you need to know
Your MAN to SXM flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
If you're taking off during a major holiday or other peak periods, give yourself extra time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
If you'd like to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Manchester Airport to Princess Juliana International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between MAN and SXM:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Charles de Gaulle Airport
John F. Kennedy International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM)
£307 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Manchester Airport to Princess Juliana International Airport flight. A return flight starts from £552. These fares may change based on demand.
It's usually best to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from MAN to SXM. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Manchester Airport to Princess Juliana International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across every month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about Manchester Airport (MAN)
59.39% of flights leaving from Manchester Airport land at their destination on time.
Manchester Airport is about 11 miles from central Manchester. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to MAN? If you're boarding an early flight from Manchester Airport to Princess Juliana International Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Manchester Airport to Princess Juliana International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near SXM instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Princess Juliana International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from addCar, Europcar or Ace Rent a Car and explore beyond Philipsburg's usual tourist stops.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Princess Juliana International Airport about four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM) to central Philipsburg
Princess Juliana International Airport is approximately 7 miles from central Philipsburg. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM)
February is the most popular month for flights from Manchester Airport to Princess Juliana International Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Philipsburg in April.
The warmest month in Philipsburg is September, with the temperature ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your flights from Manchester Airport to Princess Juliana International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MAN to SXM in February. Temperatures average between 21ºC (70ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) then.