Travelling from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM): what you need to know
Your LAX to SXM flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself even more breathing space. A good rule for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Los Angeles International Airport to Princess Juliana International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Stopovers between LAX and SXM include:
Philadelphia International Airport
Miami International Airport
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM)
Currently, R 3,131 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Princess Juliana International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 7,036. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from LAX to SXM. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price in every month when looking for your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Princess Juliana International Airport.
Save time searching for cheap flights from LAX to SXM by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Princess Juliana International Airport.
Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
LAX is located at One World Way.
Los Angeles International Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 81.05% of flights that take off from LAX arrive at their destination without delay.
Central Los Angeles to Los Angeles International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Princess Juliana International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to LAX:
Arriving at Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM)
If you're landing on a late Los Angeles International Airport to Princess Juliana International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these options near SXM:
Explore without limits with a Princess Juliana International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from addCar, Europcar or Ace Rent a Car and find adventure across Philipsburg and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Princess Juliana International Airport around four weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM) to central Philipsburg
From Princess Juliana International Airport, Philipsburg is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to drive to the centre.
When to fly to Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM)
The quietest month for a flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Princess Juliana International Airport is April, while February is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Philipsburg based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Philipsburg is September, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Princess Juliana International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
February has average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Search for cheap tickets from LAX to SXM sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.