What to Know About Flights to Sint Maarten?

St. Maarten/ St. Martin is a wonderful destination located in the Caribbean that tourists from all over the world fly to on a regular basis. The main airport of St. Maarten/ St. Martin is known as Princess Juliana International Airport. There are different airlines that fly to St. Maarten/ St. Martin each week.

There are different international non-stop flights to St. Maarten/ St. Martin from the United States. Some of these include flights from Newark Liberty International Airport, John F. Kennedy Airport, Miami International Airport, and Los Angeles International Airport. The duration for most of the flights from the United States to St. Maarten ranges from 3 to 6 hours.

There are also non-stop flights that are available from France and the Netherlands to St. Maarten from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport and Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. These flights from Europe usually range in duration from 6 to 9 hours.

During the hurricane season, it is possible to have some flight delays or flight cancellations due to inclement weather. The best season to visit the island of St. Maarten/ St. Martin and avoid hurricane season is from January to April.

What airlines fly to St. Maarten?

Some airlines that fly non-stop to St. Maarten/ St. Martin are American Airlines, Qatar Airways, Delta, Air Canada, Spirit Airlines, United, and JetBlue. The countries that have direct flights to St. Maarten/ St. Martin are the United States, Puerto Rico, Amsterdam, Canada, Dominican Republic, Saint Barthelemy, Guadeloupe, Antigua, Anguilla, Dominica, British Virgin Islands, Saint Kitts & Nevis, France, Curacao, Montserrat, Saba, St. Eustatius, St. Barths, St. Thomas, Tortola, Trinidad, Jamaica, Haiti, and Panama. Some airlines that fly to St. Maarten/ St. Martin are listed below.

  1. American Airlines
  2. Air Canada
  3. Arajet
  4. Air Antilles Express
  5. Delta Air Lines
  6. JetBlue Airways
  7. Qatar Airways
  8. Spirit Airlines
  9. United Airlines

Does St. Martin have two airports?

Yes, the island of St. Martin/ St. Maarten has two airports. The main airport of St. Martin/ St. Maarten is Princess Juliana International Airport located at Dutch Sint Maarten. There is also a domestic airport located at French St. Martin called Grand Case-Espérance Airport.

What airport do you fly into for Sint Maarten?

The airport to fly to in order to get to Sint Maarten is called Princess Juliana International Airport, located in the town of Simpson Bay on the Dutch side of  St. Maarten.

Why is Sint Maarten airport so famous?

The Sint Maarten airport is so famous because of the thrilling and unique experience of watching the planes from Maho beach. Princess Juliana International Airport is located right next to Maho beach. Princess Juliana International Airport is pretty famous between photographers, plane spotters, and people looking for a thrilling experience.

How long is the flight from the US to St. Maarten?

From the United States, the average time it takes to get to St. Maarten on a non-stop flight is 7 hours. However, the most used route by visitors is from New York to Simpson Bay with an average duration of 3h 54m.

Do I need a passport to go to St. Maarten from the US?

Yes, all visitors need a passport to go to St. Maarten/ St. Martin from the US. The mandatory travel requirements to visit St. Maarten/St. Martin are embarkation and a disembarkation card (ED card), proof of accommodations and funds, and a valid passport.

Do I need a visa to go to St. Martin?

Yes, some travelers need a visa to go to St. Martin/ St. Maarten. However, US citizens do not need a visa to go to St. Martin/ St. Maarten. There was a mandatory online health authorization for all visitors but it did not replace the visa. The Electronic Health Authorization System (EHAS) required during the COVID-19 pandemic has been discontinued since November 1st, 2022.

Do they speak English in St. Maarten?

Yes, they do speak English in St. Maarten/ St. Martin. There are different languages that are spoken on the island of St. Maarten/ St. Martin. Some of the languages of Sint Maarten/ Saint Maarten are English, French, Dutch, Spanish, and more.

Do US cell phones work in St. Maarten?

Yes, US cell phones can work in St. Maarten/ St. Martin. Some US cell phone companies such as Verizon and T-Mobile, allow visitors to use their cell phones when traveling to St. Maarten/ St. Martin or other countries. Some US cell phone companies such as AT&T do not work in St. Martin. Tourists can purchase SIM cards for as low as $10 (€9.22) in  St. Maarten/ St. Martin.

Do flights get canceled during the hurricane season in Sint Maarten?

Yes, flights may get canceled during the hurricane season in Sint Maarten/ Saint Martin. Pilots might choose to fly above, rerouted, or avoid hurricanes completely in order to prevent an uncomfortable journey. The plane may be damaged if it flies through a hurricane, which may cause turbulence and discomfort.

Is St. Martin a safe island to visit?

Yes, St. Martin/ St. Maarten is a safe island to visit. St. Martin/ St. Maarten has a very low crime rate when compared to many other destinations. As a matter of fact, the most popular areas on the island of St. Martin/ St. Maarten are safe to visit.

What is the best time of year to fly to St. Maarten?

The best time of the year to fly to St. Maarten/ St. Martin is between January and April. The climate during this time of the year is warm and sunny, making it less likely to get rain showers. The best season of the year to fly to St. Maarten/ St. Martin is in the low season, which is from May to the end of November.

Is St. Maarten better than St. Martin?

It is possible for some people to think St. Maarten is better than St. Martin as a result of the facilities it offers such as the main airport and a lot of different accommodations. Considering that people can easily travel between Sint Maarten (Dutch) and Saint Martin (French), both of them are great places to stay.

What is the nicest area of St. Martin?

The best areas of St. Martin/St. Maarten may differ according to personal preference. The best area to stay in Sint Maarten/ Saint Martin for travelers looking for relaxation is French St. Martin and those looking for exciting nightlife and activities should go to Dutch St. Maarten.