Flying from Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM) to Orlando: what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Princess Juliana International Airport to Orlando is 3 hours 22 minutes.
Orlando's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Philipsburg (the location of Princess Juliana International Airport).
To ensure you get on your flight from SXM to Orlando, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Planning to travel during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Direct flights from Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM) to Orlando are available for booking. Orlando International Airport (MCO) will be your arrival point.
Frontier Airlines is a popular carrier that offers direct flights from Princess Juliana International Airport to Orlando.
Central Philipsburg to SXM is around 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 23 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Want a convenient hotel near SXM? If you're boarding an early flight from Princess Juliana International Airport to Orlando, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
How to find the cheapest flights from Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM) to Orlando
₹ 15,629 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Princess Juliana International Airport to Orlando. Return flights start from ₹ 23,421. These fares can change based on demand.
Get cheap tickets from SXM to Orlando by booking 9 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The cheapest month for tickets from Princess Juliana International Airport to Orlando is May. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool and choose the date that offers the lowest fare.
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Airports in Orlando
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Orlando International Airport (MCO) to central Orlando is roughly 32 kilometres. It'll take you about 22 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Princess Juliana International Airport to Orlando, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near MCO:
Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB)
After your flight from Princess Juliana International Airport to Orlando has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in about 36 minutes by car. Central Orlando is roughly 48 kilometres from Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB).
You can also opt for public transport, which will take roughly 2 hours and 3 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to SFB. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from SXM to Orlando:
Best time to go to Orlando
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Princess Juliana International Airport to Orlando. July is the busiest month to visit Orlando. If you want a quieter vibe, go in May.
Book your flight from Princess Juliana International Airport to Orlando for July to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 23ºC to 34ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 7ºC and 23ºC. Search for cheap flights from SXM to Orlando around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Orlando
After booking your flight from Princess Juliana International Airport to Orlando, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Orlando:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Universal Orlando Resort, Universal's Islands of Adventure and Lake Eola Park are attractions you won't want to skip in Orlando.
Complete your Orlando trip with a car rental
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