Cheap Flights to Philipsburg from CA $149

Most travellers like to fly into Princess Juliana Intl. Airport (SXM) when visiting the bustling city of Philipsburg.

Princess Juliana Intl. Airport is just a short drive from all the action of downtown Philipsburg. You'll find it 6 kilometres from the centre of the city.

Travellers flying into Philipsburg can opt to land at two major airports. Princess Juliana Intl. Airport is 6 kilometres away from the centre of town. Grand Case Airport is 8 kilometres away.

There are 26 air carriers that jet into Philipsburg from 38 worldwide airports.

St Barth Commuter and Winair operate the majority of flights to Philipsburg. One of the most common ways to travel there is with a St Barth Commuter flight leaving from St. Barthelemy.

Flying to a new place is much easier when there aren't any annoying stopovers. If you're making your way to Philipsburg, the great news is that there are around 753 direct flights operating each week.

A large number of flights to Philipsburg depart from The Valley, Oranjestad and Miami airports.

If it's The Valley you're leaving behind, you'll be in the air for around 10 minutes before you arrive in Philipsburg. Runway to runway from Oranjestad takes approximately 22 minutes and from Miami, the average flight time is 3 hours and 5 minutes.

Don't leave booking your flight to Philipsburg until the last possible moment. That's one move frequent jet-setters use to get the best deals. Booking well in advance means more options and less expensive flights. Don't stop there, however. Do some research and check if there is more than one airport at your destination. Ticket prices often differ depending on which airport you pick. Remember to compare prices across air carriers too. Lastly, another easy way to save some cash is be ready to book at a moment's notice. If you find a terrific deal, don't hold off — snap it up while the opportunity's there.

If you're not prepared, airports and flying can be a real challenge. But there's no need to worry. Follow these helpful hints for a pain-free start to your getaway in Philipsburg. What to pack in your hand luggage:

• First and foremost, pack your passport, important documents, bank cards and medications. Next, you'll need some in-flight entertainment to help pass the time. A thrilling novel and a phone crammed with your favourite movies are some fantastic options. If you plan to take a short nap, a comfy neck pillow and some earplugs will also come in handy. Finally, squeeze in a few toiletry items so you'll step off the plane feeling fresh as a daisy.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

• Double-check that you don't have sharp objects (like a knife or scissors) lurking in the bottom of your carry-on luggage. Other banned items include flammable or explosive substances, such as fuel and matches, and gels and liquids in containers with a capacity of more than 3.4 ounces (100 millilitres).

What to wear on a flight:

• You'll want to choose comfort over style. Prepare for temperature changes in the cabin by layering up, and opt for flat, closed-toe shoes like slip-ons.
• Deep vein thrombosis (DVT), a blood clot condition caused by prolonged inactivity, can be a risk on long-haul flights. Try to walk around the cabin or do some gentle exercises in your seat to promote better circulation.

The trick is to be organized before you arrive at the airport security gate. That way, you'll be stepping onto that plane to Philipsburg in the blink of an eye. Follow these helpful tips and get your trip off to a flying start:

• Be sure to keep your ID and boarding pass someplace easily accessible. They're the first things you'll be asked for by airport security.
• Time to strip down. Well kind of. Your belt, coat, keys and other contents of your pockets, like your earphones, will be required to go through the X-ray machine. Make the whole process faster by removing them before your turn.
• All your electronics, including your phone and laptop, must also be scanned.
• Any gels or liquids, such as shampoo or hairspray, that you want to bring on board need to be in containers no greater than 3.4 ounces (100 millilitres). They must also all fit inside a quart-size (one litre), clear zip-close bag.
• The right choice of footwear can save you valuable minutes. Hiking or heavy-style boots are often required to be removed and X-rayed separately. Slip-on shoes are usually not.
• Sharp items like knives are not allowed in the cabin. They'll be confiscated at security, so pack them safely away in your checked baggage.