Flying from Paris to Sint Maarten Princess Juliana Intl Airport (SXM): What you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 9 hours 15 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct Paris to Sint Maarten Princess Juliana Intl Airport flight.
Sint Maarten Princess Juliana Intl Airport is located in Philipsburg. The city follows the UTC-4 timezone and is five hours behind Paris.
Choose from 9 direct services every week between Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) and Sint Maarten Princess Juliana Intl Airport (SXM). This is the most popular route, with Air France offering a 9:40am departure from CDG to SXM.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from Paris to SXM.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Airports in Paris
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Paris to Sint Maarten Princess Juliana Intl Airport (SXM) can be booked from this terminal.
When jetting out of CDG, you can catch a direct flight from Paris to Sint Maarten Princess Juliana Intl Airport with Air France.
The preferred choice for passengers flying between CDG and SXM is Air France.
Among carriers operating on this route, Air France has the highest rate of on-time arrivals.
CDG is around 26 kilometres from central Paris. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
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65% of flights leaving from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport touch down at their destination on time.
The address for CDG is 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
You can book a direct Paris to Sint Maarten Princess Juliana Intl Airport (SXM) plane ticket with departures from Paris Orly Airport (ORY). Work out whether leaving from ORY works best for your plans.
Take a direct flight from Paris to SXM with Air Caraibes. This is one of the leading carriers flying this route out of ORY.
Air Caraibes is the top choice for passengers flying from ORY to SXM.
Need a carrier known for punctuality? Your best bet is Air Caraibes. 100.0% of its flights between Paris Orly Airport and Sint Maarten Princess Juliana Intl Airport land on schedule.
ORY is around 14 kilometres from central Paris. It takes 25 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Taking off bright and early? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Paris Orly Airport the day before your Paris to SXM flight:
Flights from Paris Orly Airport have a reputation for punctuality, with 80% of them touching down right on cue.
You'll find ORY at 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
The trip to BVA from the centre of Paris is around 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport. If you're in a car, it'll take you about 1 hour 15 minutes to cover the 88 kilometres or so.
Take the uncertainty out of departure day — stay near Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport and know you'll reach your gate with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Paris to Sint Maarten Princess Juliana Intl Airport flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights reach their destinations as expected. At BVA, that figure is 71%.
You'll find Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport at Tille 60000, Beauvais.
About Sint Maarten Princess Juliana Intl Airport (SXM)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Paris to Sint Maarten Princess Juliana Intl Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near SXM:
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride around four weeks ahead of your Paris to Sint Maarten Princess Juliana Intl Airport flight.
Getting from Sint Maarten Princess Juliana Intl Airport (SXM) to central Philipsburg
Sint Maarten Princess Juliana Intl Airport to central Philipsburg is roughly 6 kilometres. If you're taking a taxi or renting a car, plan ahead to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times vary depending on traffic and the time of day.
It takes roughly 20 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Paris to Sint Maarten Princess Juliana Intl Airport (SXM)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Paris to Sint Maarten Princess Juliana Intl Airport is ₹ 36,242. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ₹ 77,371. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap flights from Paris to SXM, book in advance. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
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The best time to fly from Paris to Sint Maarten Princess Juliana Intl Airport (SXM)
December is the quietest month for flights from Paris to Sint Maarten Princess Juliana Intl Airport (SXM), while March is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Philipsburg based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a Paris to SXM plane ticket departing in September if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Philipsburg to range from 25ºC to 29ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Paris to Sint Maarten Princess Juliana Intl Airport in February when temperatures are between 21ºC and 26ºC.
More about Philipsburg
After booking your flight from Paris to Sint Maarten Princess Juliana Intl Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Philipsburg:
There are loads of terrific things to do in Philipsburg when you're ready to sightsee. Make your way to Great Bay Beach followed by Guana Bay Beach and Yoda Guy Movie Exhibit.