Travelling from Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM) to Ottawa: what you need to know
Ottawa's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Philipsburg (the location of Princess Juliana International Airport).
For a relaxed start to your SXM to Ottawa flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Central Philipsburg to SXM is around 6 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to reach there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Searching for a hotel near SXM? If you've booked an early flight from Princess Juliana International Airport to Ottawa, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
54.17% of flights that take off from Princess Juliana International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM) to Ottawa
204 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Princess Juliana International Airport to Ottawa flight. Return plane tickets start at 333 €. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from SXM to Ottawa if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Princess Juliana International Airport to Ottawa across the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND) is around 24 kilometres from the centre of Ottawa. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 20 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes around 1 hour 40 minutes.
Stay just a quick transfer away if you're jetting in on a late flight from Princess Juliana International Airport to Ottawa. Meilleure Auberge is one option close to YND. Or check in and relax at Lovely Room 4mins From Gatineau-Ottawa Airport before heading to your final destination.
Grab an Ottawa Gatineau Airport rental car and explore corners of Ottawa that most visitors tend to miss. Check out the deals from Hertz.
Reserve your vehicle from Ottawa Gatineau Airport several weeks in advance of your flight from SXM to Ottawa. If you're going away during peak season, book even earlier to get the best deal.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Central Ottawa is around 13 kilometres from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW). After your flight from Princess Juliana International Airport to Ottawa has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 20 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take about 45 minutes.
Following your SXM to Ottawa flight, rest your head at a hotel near YOW. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Alamo or Budget and set off in the blink of an eye.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Securing your ride two weeks before your arrival at YOW can get you a lower rate.
You can find Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport at 50 Airport Road.
Best time to go to Ottawa
Plan your trip to Ottawa during high season if you prefer a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Princess Juliana International Airport to Ottawa in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
Lock in a Princess Juliana International Airport to Ottawa plane ticket with a departure in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from SXM to Ottawa around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Ottawa
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Ottawa right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from Princess Juliana International Airport to Ottawa:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Rideau Canal, Parliament Hill and National Gallery of Canada are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Ottawa itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Ottawa is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Canada just waiting to be discovered. About 354 kilometres south-west of Ottawa, a trip to Toronto will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
Montreal is another must-experience destination in Canada and is around 153 kilometres east of Ottawa. No journey is complete without seeing Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
