Flying from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Princess Juliana International Airport is 9 hours 14 minutes. Philipsburg's timezone is UTC-4, which makes Philipsburg 5 hours behind Amsterdam.
Each week, there are 6 flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Princess Juliana International Airport. If you'd like to jet off as early as possible, go for the 09:35 KLM flight. If you're keen to make the most of your time before flying, the last departure from AMS to SXM is 10:35 with KLM.
Travelling during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
If you'd like to have a stopover for your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Princess Juliana International Airport, just deselect 'Direct flights only' and look at all your options. Here are the most popular stopovers between AMS and SXM:
John F. Kennedy International Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Pearson International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Princess Juliana International Airport is ₹ 39,502. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ₹ 51,174. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Get cheap flight tickets from AMS to SXM by booking at least 9 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
May is the cheapest month for flight tickets from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Princess Juliana International Airport. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
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Handy information about Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
The journey from central Amsterdam to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol takes about 1 hour and 3 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 23 kilometres in 23 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
After a handy hotel near AMS? If you're boarding an early flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Princess Juliana International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Princess Juliana International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near SXM:
Getting from Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM) to central Philipsburg
Princess Juliana International Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from the centre of Philipsburg. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 23 minutes.
When to fly to Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM)
July is the busiest month for flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol 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 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Princess Juliana International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from AMS to SXM in February. Temperatures average between 21ºC and 26ºC then.
More about Philipsburg
Start your Philipsburg trip right by finding an amazing stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from AMS to SXM, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
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Complete your Philipsburg trip with hotels and a car rental
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