Travelling from Phoenix to Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM): What you need to know
Princess Juliana International Airport is located in Philipsburg. The city follows the UTC-4 timezone and is three hours ahead of Phoenix.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your flight from Phoenix to SXM. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. Get there two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Phoenix
Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport (SCF)
Travelling from central Phoenix to SCF takes around 1 hour 55 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 32 kms (20 miles) in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a comfortable hotel close to Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Phoenix to Princess Juliana International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
PHX is around 8 kms (5 miles) from central Phoenix. It takes 10 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 35 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Phoenix to SXM flight? Relax in a hotel near Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport before your holiday officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport has a reputation for reliability and timeliness. 82.57% of flights departing here make it to their final destination as planned.
The address for PHX is 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
If you're travelling to AZA from central Phoenix, it'll take you around 40 minutes to get there by car. The drive to the airport is roughly 56 kms (35 miles).
Skip the morning rush on departure day — stay near Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport and know you'll get to your gate with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early Phoenix to Princess Juliana International Airport flight:
Flights that depart from AZA touch down at their destination within the expected time frame 78.65% of the time.
You'll find Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport at 6033 S. Sossaman Rd..
About Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM)
Have a late flight from Phoenix to Princess Juliana International Airport? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near SXM and turn out the lights sooner:
Follow your own route with a Princess Juliana International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from addCar, Europcar or Ace Rent a Car and chase adventure across Philipsburg and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Phoenix to Princess Juliana International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix to Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM)
Currently, £111 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Phoenix to Princess Juliana International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is £288. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Phoenix to SXM, book early. Airlines usually offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
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The best time to fly from Phoenix to Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when deciding your trip dates. April is the quietest month to visit Philipsburg. July is when most people book flights from Phoenix to Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM), which may be perfect if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
The warmest month in Philipsburg is September, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your Phoenix to SXM plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Phoenix to Princess Juliana International Airport in February when temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
More about Philipsburg
After booking your flight from Phoenix to Princess Juliana International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Philipsburg:
Your trip to Philipsburg should come with a bit of sightseeing. Leading attractions you won't want to miss include Great Bay Beach, Private Yacht Charter N.V. and Wander Route Coastal Trail.