Getting to Sint Maarten: Flights, Ferries, and Island Hopping
Sint Maarten/Saint-Martin is the most connected island in the Eastern Caribbean, served by Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM) on the Dutch side and L’Espérance Airport (SFG) on the French side.
Direct Flights from North America
| Airline | Departure Cities | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| American Airlines | New York (JFK), Miami, Charlotte | Daily |
| Delta | Atlanta, New York (JFK) | Daily (seasonal) |
| United | Newark, Houston | Daily |
| JetBlue | New York (JFK), Boston | 5x weekly |
| Air Canada | Toronto | 3x weekly |
Direct Flights from Europe
- KLM: Amsterdam (AMS) — 3x weekly (year-round)
- Air France: Paris CDG — 2x weekly + seasonal increases
- Corsair: Paris Orly — seasonal charter
- TUI: Frankfurt, Amsterdam, Brussels — seasonal
Ferry to Anguilla
Fast ferry service (20 minutes) from Marigot harbor (French side) to Blowing Point, Anguilla. Ferries depart every 30-45 minutes from 7am to midnight. Cost: $20 USD each way + $5 departure tax.
Ferry to St. Barths
Voyager and Odyssée Caraïbes operate ferries from Marigot to Gustavia (45-75 min depending on sea conditions). 2-4 departures daily. Book online in advance during peak season.
Princess Juliana Airport (SXM)
The airport is fully operational post-Irma. Terminal shops, car rental (all major brands), and taxi services are reliable. The famous beach viewpoint is a 5-minute walk from the terminal.