Flying from Paramaribo to Sint Maarten Princess Juliana Intl Airport (SXM): What you need to know
The timezone in Philipsburg is UTC-4, which is one hour behind Paramaribo. Sint Maarten Princess Juliana Intl Airport is located in Philipsburg.
To ensure you catch your flight from Paramaribo to SXM, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak month such as December? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Paramaribo
Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport (PBM)
PBM is about 48 kms (30 miles) from central Paramaribo. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour.
Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Paramaribo to Sint Maarten Princess Juliana Intl Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels are the ideal choice:
66% of flights that leave from Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
About Sint Maarten Princess Juliana Intl Airport (SXM)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Paramaribo to Sint Maarten Princess Juliana Intl Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SXM instead:
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Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle around four weeks before your Paramaribo to Sint Maarten Princess Juliana Intl Airport flight.
Getting from Sint Maarten Princess Juliana Intl Airport (SXM) to central Philipsburg
Central Philipsburg is roughly 6 kms (4 miles) from Sint Maarten Princess Juliana Intl Airport. Journey times by car hire or taxi will vary based on time of day, so do a little research ahead of time.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Paramaribo to Sint Maarten Princess Juliana Intl Airport (SXM)
Right now, £313 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Paramaribo to Sint Maarten Princess Juliana Intl Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is £614. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Paramaribo to SXM, book early. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
Cheap Paramaribo to Sint Maarten Princess Juliana Intl Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Paramaribo to Sint Maarten Princess Juliana Intl Airport (SXM)
January is when most people book flights from Paramaribo to Sint Maarten Princess Juliana Intl Airport (SXM). Visit Philipsburg in October for a more laid-back experience.
The warmest month in Philipsburg is September, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC and 29ºC. Book your Paramaribo to SXM plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
February sees temperatures of between 21ºC and 26ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Paramaribo to Sint Maarten Princess Juliana Intl Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Philipsburg
After booking your flight from Paramaribo to Sint Maarten Princess Juliana Intl Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these options your base for exploring Philipsburg:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to know where to begin. Great Bay Beach, Private Yacht Charter N.V. and Wander Route Coastal Trail are leading attractions which should feature on any good Philipsburg itinerary.