Travelling from Chicago to Sint Maarten Princess Juliana Intl Airport (SXM): What you need to know
The average duration of a direct Chicago to Sint Maarten Princess Juliana Intl Airport flight is 5 hours 10 minutes.
Sint Maarten Princess Juliana Intl Airport is located in Philipsburg. The city is in the UTC-4 timezone and is two hours ahead of Chicago.
Give yourself enough time to make your flight from Chicago to SXM. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Getting away during a peak time like July? High seasons (like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year) can add another hour at security. Be extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Chicago to Sint Maarten Princess Juliana Intl Airport (SXM) depart from this terminal.
When departing from ORD, you can take a direct flight from Chicago to Sint Maarten Princess Juliana Intl Airport with United Airlines.
United is the airline with the highest number of bookings for flights from ORD to SXM.
Among carriers on this route, United has the highest rate of on-time arrivals.
ORD is around 27 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 45 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel near Chicago O'Hare International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Chicago to Sint Maarten Princess Juliana Intl Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Chicago O'Hare International Airport, data shows 70% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
You can arrive at MDW from the centre of Chicago in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport will take roughly 30 minutes to travel the 16 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before your Chicago to SXM flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Chicago Midway International Airport:
Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time performance of 76%. This figure provides insight into how often flights that leave from this airport make it to their destination on time.
MDW is located at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
From central Chicago, RFD is around 145 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to reach the airport by car and 2 hours or so if you're on public transport.
Rest a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your Chicago to Sint Maarten Princess Juliana Intl Airport flight without having to rush. These accommodation options near Chicago Rockford International Airport make departure day effortless if you're setting off early:
Flights departing from RFD arrive at their final stop within the scheduled time frame 71% of the time.
You'll find Chicago Rockford International Airport at 2 Airport Cir.
About Sint Maarten Princess Juliana Intl Airport (SXM)
Book a hotel close to SXM if you have a late flight from Chicago to Sint Maarten Princess Juliana Intl Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and be under the covers in no time flat:
To get the best deal, book your ride around four weeks in advance of your Chicago 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 getting a taxi or renting a car, do some research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times may vary based on the time of day and traffic conditions.
It takes around 20 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Sint Maarten Princess Juliana Intl Airport (SXM)
ج.م. 7,727 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Sint Maarten Princess Juliana Intl Airport. Return flights start from ج.م. 20,138. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
To snap up cheap flights from Chicago to SXM, book your plane ticket four months before your departure date.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Sint Maarten Princess Juliana Intl Airport (SXM)
December is the quietest month for flights from Chicago to Sint Maarten Princess Juliana Intl Airport (SXM), while March is the busiest. Find the ideal time to go to Philipsburg based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Philipsburg is September, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC and 29ºC. Book your Chicago to SXM plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Chicago to Sint Maarten Princess Juliana Intl Airport in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC and 26ºC.
More about Philipsburg
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Philipsburg right here. Browse these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Chicago to Sint Maarten Princess Juliana Intl Airport:
Your Philipsburg trip wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Leading attractions that are worth your time include Great Bay Beach, Guana Bay Beach and Yoda Guy Movie Exhibit.
