Flying from St Maarten Airport (SXM) to Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU): what you need to know
Durham's timezone is UTC-5, which makes Durham one hour behind Philipsburg.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your SXM to RDU flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Flying during a peak time such as April? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from St Maarten Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Stopovers between SXM and RDU include:
Charlotte Douglas Airport
Miami International Airport
Orlando International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from St Maarten Airport (SXM) to Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way St Maarten Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport flight is R 3,554. A round-trip ticket right now is R 5,892. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually best to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from SXM to RDU. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from St Maarten Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport throughout the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from SXM to RDU.
Discover the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from St Maarten Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about St Maarten Airport (SXM)
Of the flights that depart from St Maarten Airport, 66% land on time at their destination.
Central Philipsburg to St Maarten Airport is approximately 3 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 10 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
You can expect a trip time of about 20 minutes when using public transport.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near SXM. Whether you're taking an early flight from St Maarten Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late St Maarten Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near RDU instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Raleigh / Durham Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Hertz and venture far and wide through Durham and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Raleigh / Durham Airport about one week in advance of your trip.
Getting from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to central Durham
Raleigh / Durham Airport to central Durham has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
It'll take around 45 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from St Maarten Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Durham. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Durham is July, with the temperature ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your flights from St Maarten Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from SXM to RDU in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -3ºC (27ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
Durham is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of the United States you'll want to see. Around 193 kilometres south-west of Durham, a visit to Charlotte will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame.
Baltimore is another well-known destination in the United States and is around 418 kilometres north-east of Durham. No trip is complete without dropping by National Aquarium, Baltimore Aquarium and Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Place.
