Flying from Toronto to Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Toronto to Princess Juliana International Airport is 4 hours 40 minutes.
Princess Juliana International Airport is located in Philipsburg. The city's timezone is UTC-4 — the same as Toronto.
With 8 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM) is the busiest route. Air Transat operates the earliest flight at 06:30. If you prefer to get more out of your day before jetting off, the latest departure from YYZ to SXM is with Air Canada at 10:55.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from Toronto to SXM.
Flying during a popular month such as August? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Take off and land with no stops from Pearson International Airport (YYZ). Nonstop flights from Toronto to Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM) can be booked from here.
At YYZ, you'll find a good selection of airlines that offer direct flights from Toronto to Princess Juliana International Airport, such as:
Travelling from central Toronto to YYZ takes approximately 49 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 26 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Need a convenient hotel near Pearson International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Toronto to Princess Juliana International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
Want more options for a direct flight from Toronto to Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM)? Check out the fares jetting out of Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ).
The most popular airlines that have direct flights from Toronto to SXM taking off from YTZ include:
You can arrive at YTZ from central Toronto in approximately 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride by public transport will take roughly 39 minutes to cover the 3 kilometres or so.
Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before your flight from Toronto to SXM? Check in to a hotel near Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport before your break officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
About Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM)
If you have a late flight from Toronto to Princess Juliana International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near SXM:
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 get to the centre driving.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM)
C$198 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Toronto to Princess Juliana International Airport. Return flights start from C$424. Fares are subject to availability and may change at any time.
8 months is how far you'll want to book ahead to find flight tickets from Toronto to SXM.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Toronto to Princess Juliana International Airport. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, use the 'Whole month' search feature to see the lowest prices across every month.
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The best time to fly from Toronto to Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM)
July is the most popular month for flights from Toronto to Princess Juliana International Airport. To escape the crowds, head for Philipsburg in April when it's quieter.
Schedule your flight from Toronto to SXM for September if you're eager to head to the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Philipsburg to range from 25ºC to 29ºC.
February sees average temperatures of between 21ºC and 26ºC. Search for cheap flights from Toronto to Princess Juliana International Airport sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Philipsburg
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Philipsburg right here. Browse these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Toronto to Princess Juliana International Airport:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Bon-Sea, Great Bay Beach and Wisp are leading attractions which should feature on every Philipsburg itinerary.
Complete your Philipsburg trip with a car rental
After you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Toronto to Princess Juliana International Airport, the next step is choosing one of our car rentals in Philipsburg. Check out the deals and easily compare options on price, fuel policies, and more.
