Flying from St Maarten Airport (SXM) to Providence Airport (PVD): what you need to know
Providence's timezone is UTC-5, which makes Providence one hour behind Philipsburg.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to board your SXM to PVD flight.
During popular months such as April, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from St Maarten Airport to Providence Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between SXM and PVD:
Orlando International Airport
Washington Dulles Airport
Fort Lauderdale International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from St Maarten Airport (SXM) to Providence Airport (PVD)
Right now, $527 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way St Maarten Airport to Providence Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $1,290. Remember that fares can change due to demand when booking.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from SXM to PVD. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from St Maarten Airport to Providence Airport throughout the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
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Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from St Maarten Airport to Providence Airport.
Handy information about St Maarten Airport (SXM)
66% of flights taking off from St Maarten Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
To get to St Maarten Airport from central Philipsburg, it takes around 10 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 3 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 20 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near SXM. Whether you have an early flight from St Maarten Airport to Providence Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Providence Airport (PVD)
If you have a late St Maarten Airport to Providence Airport flight, nothing tops 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 accommodation options near PVD:
Travel at your own pace with a Providence Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Budget and find adventure across Providence and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Providence Airport about one week ahead of your departure.
When to fly to Providence Airport (PVD)
The quietest month for a flight from St Maarten Airport to Providence Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Providence based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from St Maarten Airport to Providence Airport for July if you'd like to go to Providence during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SXM to PVD in January. Average temperatures are between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) then.
Explore more of the United States
Providence has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of the United States just waiting to be explored. Around 257 kilometres south-west of Providence, a trip to New York will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Central Park, Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in the United States, consider Philadelphia, roughly 386 kilometres south-west of Providence. Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art are among its highlights.
