Flying from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM): what you need to know
If you're taking off during a public holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
We make it easy to get a flight with a stopover. To look at your options for flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Princess Juliana International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between MAD and SXM are:
Las Americas International Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Princess Juliana International Airport is $400. The cheapest price for a return flight is $886. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from MAD to SXM. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Princess Juliana International Airport across the month. It's the best way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Princess Juliana International Airport.
Handy information about Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is around 18 kilometers from central Madrid. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take you 26 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 37 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Princess Juliana International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near MAD:
Arriving at Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Princess Juliana International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near SXM:
Getting from Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM) to central Philipsburg
Princess Juliana International Airport to the center of Philipsburg is about 23 minutes by car. It's approximately 11 kilometers away. See what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
When to fly to Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM)
July is the busiest month for flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Princess Juliana International Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Philipsburg in April.
The warmest month in Philipsburg is September, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC and 29ºC. Book your flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Princess Juliana International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MAD to SXM in February. Temperatures average between 21ºC and 26ºC then.
More about Philipsburg
If you're looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Philipsburg right here. Browse these options once you've booked your flight from MAD to SXM:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Bon-Sea, Great Bay Beach and Wisp are must-visits when exploring Philipsburg.
Complete your Philipsburg trip with hotels and a car rental
You've got your cheap ticket to Princess Juliana International Airport — next on the list is finding somewhere to stay, and maybe even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Philipsburg.