Travelling from Montreal to Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM): What you need to know
4 hours 35 minutes is the average journey time for a direct Montreal to Princess Juliana International Airport flight.
Philipsburg's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Montreal. Princess Juliana International Airport is located in Philipsburg.
The busiest route is from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM). Choose from 2 direct services every week. Air Transat operates a 6:20am departure between YUL and SXM.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your flight from Montreal to SXM. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
With more travellers during high season, it's smart to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will help you stay ahead of the crowds.
Airports in Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Fly without interruptions from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL). Nonstop flights from Montreal to Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM) are available from here.
Choose from a variety of airlines that offer direct flights from Montreal to Princess Juliana International Airport departing from YUL. Book your seat with one of these:
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Air Transat between YUL and SXM.
Air Transat is the most punctual carrier operating on this route, with 77.78% of its services landing on schedule.
YUL is around 26 kilometres from central Montreal. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 45 minutes.
Have an early flight from Montreal to Princess Juliana International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport:
Of all flights departing from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport, 64.89% arrive on time at their destination.
The address for YUL is 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
St. Hubert Airport (YHU)
You can get to YHU from the centre of Montreal in approximately 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 45 minutes to travel the 40 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Montreal to SXM flight? Unwind in a hotel near St. Hubert Airport before your trip officially starts. These stays have a room with your name on it:
About Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM)
Consider staying in a hotel near SXM if you're catching a late flight from Montreal to Princess Juliana International Airport. Choose one of these options and call it a night faster:
Grab a Princess Juliana International Airport rental car and explore Philipsburg and beyond with your own set of wheels. AddCar, Europcar and Ace Rent a Car are top outlets you can book with here.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride around four weeks before your Montreal to Princess Juliana International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal to Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM)
RM530 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Montreal to Princess Juliana International Airport. A return flight starts at RM1,206. These fares can change based on demand.
Lock in cheap flights from Montreal to SXM by booking four months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
Organise your trip for September. That's the best month for landing an awesome deal on Montreal to Princess Juliana International Airport tickets. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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The best time to fly from Montreal to Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Montreal to Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM). July is the busiest month to visit Philipsburg. If you like your getaways a little more chill, go in April.
Lock in a Montreal to SXM plane ticket departing in September if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Philipsburg to range from 25ºC (77ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Montreal 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 after you've booked your flight from Montreal to Princess Juliana International Airport:
Great Bay Beach and Private Yacht Charter N.V. are just the start of the major attractions to add to your Philipsburg must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Wander Route Coastal Trail.