Travelling from Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR): what you need to know
Vancouver is three hours behind Philipsburg and is in the UTC-7 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your SXM to YVR flight.
Flying during a peak month such as February? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Princess Juliana International Airport to Vancouver International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between SXM and YVR include:
Miami International Airport
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Princess Juliana International Airport to Vancouver International Airport flight is $417. A return plane ticket right now is $703. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from SXM to YVR, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from Princess Juliana International Airport to Vancouver International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across every month and bag a great deal.
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Secure the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Princess Juliana International Airport to Vancouver International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM)
54.17% of flights that take off from Princess Juliana International Airport land at their destination on time.
To get to Princess Juliana International Airport from central Philipsburg, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near SXM. Whether you're taking an early flight from Princess Juliana International Airport to Vancouver International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Consider booking a hotel near YVR if you're catching a late Princess Juliana International Airport to Vancouver International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Go where the road takes you with a Vancouver International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty or Avis and find adventure across Vancouver and beyond.
Booking your ride from Vancouver International Airport about one week in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport is roughly 14 kilometres from the centre of Vancouver. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
It typically takes 35 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The quietest month for a flight from Princess Juliana International Airport to Vancouver International Airport is May, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Vancouver based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Book your flight from Princess Juliana International Airport to Vancouver International Airport for August if you want to visit Vancouver during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).
December sees average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SXM to YVR around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Canada
Vancouver has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Canada you'll want to see. Around 32 kilometres south-east of Vancouver, a visit to Surrey will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Senator Reid Park, Port Mann Park and Morgan Creek Park.
Victoria is another well-known destination in Canada and is around 97 kilometres south of Vancouver. No trip is complete without visiting Royal BC Museum, Craigdarroch Castle and Inner Harbour.
