Traveling from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM): what you need to know
If you're flying during a major holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
If you'd like to break up your flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Princess Juliana International Airport, consider adding a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' and find a destination that appeals to you. The most popular stopovers on the LIS - SXM route include:
Newark Liberty International Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Paris Orly Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM)
C$642 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Lisbon Portela Airport to Princess Juliana International Airport. A return flight starts at C$1,264. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
To score cheap flight tickets from LIS to SXM, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flight tickets from Lisbon Portela Airport to Princess Juliana International Airport across the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Create a Price Alert for cheap flight tickets from LIS to SXM. There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have fallen. We'll update you when the price changes.
Play around with filters to find the best trip for you. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Princess Juliana International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
Lisbon Portela Airport is around 10 kilometres from central Lisbon. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take you 22 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 59 minutes.
After a handy hotel close to LIS? If you're on an early flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Princess Juliana International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Princess Juliana International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near SXM instead:
Getting from Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM) to central Philipsburg
Princess Juliana International Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from central Philipsburg. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 23 minutes.
When to fly to Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM)
July is the busiest month for flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Princess Juliana International Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Philipsburg in April.
The warmest month in Philipsburg is September, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC and 29ºC. Book your flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Princess Juliana International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap flight tickets from LIS to SXM in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC and 26ºC on average.
More about Philipsburg
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you can find the top stays in Philipsburg right here. Browse these options after you've booked your flight from LIS to SXM:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Bon-Sea, Great Bay Beach and Wisp are highlights which should feature on every Philipsburg itinerary.
Complete your Philipsburg trip with hotels and a car rental
We've got more party tricks than just comparing flights. Once you've booked your cheap ticket to Princess Juliana International Airport, explore our great car rental deals that'll give you the freedom and flexibility to see the sights at your own pace. Next, have a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find the ideal Philipsburg stay.