Flying from Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM) to Ottawa: what you need to know
Ottawa and Philipsburg (where Princess Juliana International Airport is located) are in the UTC-4 timezone. This means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your SXM to Ottawa flight.
To get to SXM from central Philipsburg, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. It's roughly 4 miles from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch an early flight from Princess Juliana International Airport to Ottawa? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near SXM:
54.17% of flights that leave from Princess Juliana International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM) to Ottawa
£162 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Princess Juliana International Airport to Ottawa flight. Return plane tickets start at £299. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from SXM to Ottawa if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
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Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND) to central Ottawa takes about 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 15 miles away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 40 minutes.
It's hard to beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal if you've arrived on a late flight from Princess Juliana International Airport to Ottawa. Meilleure Auberge and Lovely Room 4mins From Gatineau-Ottawa Airport are handy options near YND.
Enjoy the freedom to roam with an Ottawa Gatineau Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hertz to explore parts of Ottawa that don't always get the spotlight.
Reserve your ride from Ottawa Gatineau Airport several weeks in advance of your flight from SXM to Ottawa. If you're going away during a peak period, book even earlier to get the best deal.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is about 8 miles from the centre of Ottawa. Once you've hopped off your flight from Princess Juliana International Airport to Ottawa, it'll take you around 20 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 45 minutes or so.
You'll find some great places ready to welcome you near YOW. Settle in and get cosy after your SXM to Ottawa flight at any of these well-located options:
Routes Car Rentals, Alamo and Budget make picking up an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car easy and quick. These suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Reserving your ride two weeks ahead of your arrival at YOW will help you save.
You'll find Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport at 50 Airport Road.
Best time to go to Ottawa
Plan your trip to Ottawa during high season if you prefer a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Princess Juliana International Airport to Ottawa in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
Lock in a Princess Juliana International Airport to Ottawa plane ticket with a departure in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from SXM to Ottawa around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Ottawa
Once you've booked your flight from Princess Juliana International Airport to Ottawa, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Ottawa:
Rideau Canal and Parliament Hill are just two of the top attractions to put on your Ottawa itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at National Gallery of Canada.
Explore more of Canada
Ottawa is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Canada just waiting to be discovered. About 220 miles south-west of Ottawa, a trip to Toronto will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
Montreal is another must-experience destination in Canada and is around 95 miles east of Ottawa. No journey is complete without seeing Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
