Travelling from Ottawa to Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM): What you need to know
Philipsburg's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Ottawa. Princess Juliana International Airport is located in Philipsburg.
To ensure you get on your flight from Ottawa to SXM, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
YND is about 24 kilometres from central Ottawa. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 40 minutes.
If you've booked an early flight from Ottawa to Princess Juliana International Airport, why not stay somewhere nice and close? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy some extra shut-eye) at Meilleure Auberge. Lovely Room 4mins From Gatineau-Ottawa Airport is another handy option near Ottawa Gatineau Airport.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
You can arrive at YOW from central Ottawa in approximately 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey by public transport will take roughly 45 minutes to travel the 13 kilometres or so.
Start your vacation early with an additional night away from home. Before your Ottawa to SXM flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 58.21%.
YOW is located at 50 Airport Road.
About Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Ottawa to Princess Juliana International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SXM instead:
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 venture far and wide through Philipsburg and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your ride around four weeks ahead of your Ottawa to Princess Juliana International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM)
At the moment, C$192 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Ottawa to Princess Juliana International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$398. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Ottawa to SXM if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
Affordable Ottawa to Princess Juliana International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across each month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Ottawa to Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM)
July is when most people book flights from Ottawa to Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM). Visit Philipsburg in April for a more laid-back experience.
When booking your Ottawa to SXM flight ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. September is the warmest month in Philipsburg, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Ottawa to Princess Juliana International Airport in February when temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
More about Philipsburg
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Philipsburg right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Ottawa to Princess Juliana International Airport:
Your Philipsburg visit should come with a bit of sightseeing. Top attractions worth exploring include Great Bay Beach, Private Yacht Charter N.V. and Wander Route Coastal Trail.
