Travelling from Sao Paulo to Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM): what you need to know
Philipsburg is 1 hour behind Sao Paulo. Princess Juliana International Airport is located in Philipsburg, which operates on the UTC-4 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from Sao Paulo to SXM, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
The distance from central Sao Paulo to GRU is around 26 kilometres. Check out Google Maps for the fastest way to get there, whether you prefer to drive or use public transport.
Have an early flight from Sao Paulo to Princess Juliana International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport:
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
On public transport, you can travel from central Sao Paulo to VCP in about 3 hours and 25 minutes. The airport is roughly 97 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 1 hour and 16 minutes.
You're going on vacation, so why not spend an additional night away? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Viracopos Airport the day before your flight from Sao Paulo to SXM:
About Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM)
Consider booking a hotel close to SXM if you have a late flight from Sao Paulo to Princess Juliana International Airport. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM) to central Philipsburg
From Princess Juliana International Airport, Philipsburg is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 23 minutes to reach the centre driving.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM)
Book a one-way ticket from Sao Paulo to Princess Juliana International Airport from C$631 or travel return from just C$781. Fares listed are subject to change and may differ when you make your booking.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you want to get flight tickets from Sao Paulo to SXM. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the departure date.
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The best time to fly from Sao Paulo to Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM)
July is the busiest month to board a flight from Sao Paulo to Princess Juliana International Airport while April is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Philipsburg, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
Think about the kind of weather that'll suit your plans for Philipsburg. The warmest month is September. Book your flights from Sao Paulo to SXM sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 25ºC and 29ºC.
February has average temperatures of between 21ºC and 26ºC. Search for cheap flights from Sao Paulo to Princess Juliana International Airport sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Philipsburg
After locking in your flight from Sao Paulo to Princess Juliana International Airport, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Philipsburg:
One of the best ways to get a feel for Philipsburg is to explore its most popular attractions. Some highlights include Bon-Sea, Great Bay Beach and Wisp.
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