Flying from Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Princess Juliana International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 4 hours 35 minutes.
New York's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Philipsburg.
Flights from SXM to JFK start at 11:20 — the first with JetBlue Airways. The last service of the day is at 17:40 with JetBlue Airways. In total, you can choose from 17 weekly Princess Juliana International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport flights.
Your SXM to JFK flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like February. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
A range of airlines offer direct flights from Princess Juliana International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport, so jetting to New York (and then seeing more of United States!) is easy. Leading carriers that fly nonstop include:
American Airlines is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
American Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating SXM to JFK flights, with 66.67% of its services arriving on schedule.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Princess Juliana International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between SXM and JFK:
Orlando International Airport
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Currently, 141 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Princess Juliana International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 239 €. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Book six months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from SXM to JFK.
The cheapest month for flights from Princess Juliana International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from SXM to JFK.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Princess Juliana International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport.
Handy information about Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Princess Juliana International Airport, data shows 54.17% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Princess Juliana International Airport from central Philipsburg, it'll take about 25 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to SXM? If you've booked an early flight from Princess Juliana International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Princess Juliana International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near JFK instead:
Pick up a John F. Kennedy International Airport rental car and explore New York and beyond with your own wheels. Budget, Dollar and Sixt are well-known companies you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from John F. Kennedy International Airport about two weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to central New York
You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.
From John F. Kennedy International Airport, New York is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
When to fly to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
The quietest month for a flight from Princess Juliana International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to New York based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Princess Juliana International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport for July if you want to visit New York during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from SXM to JFK in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
You've done New York, now it's time to explore more of United States. Journey about 129 kilometres south-west to Philadelphia to tick off its top attractions. From Liberty Bell to Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 306 kilometres north-east of New York, Boston is another favourite stop in United States. No visit is complete without checking out Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.