Traveling from Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM) to Toronto: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 4 hours 50 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Princess Juliana International Airport to Toronto.
Toronto's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Philipsburg (the location of Princess Juliana International Airport).
The most popular route is from Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM) to Pearson International Airport (YYZ). You can select from five services every week between these two airports. Air Transat offers a 12:25 departure between SXM and YYZ.
Leave plenty of time to get on your SXM to Toronto flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can book a direct Princess Juliana International Airport to Toronto ticket. Start your journey at SXM and touch down at Pearson International Airport (YYZ).
You'll have your pick of airlines offering direct flights from Princess Juliana International Airport to Toronto. Book your seat with one of these:
Central Philipsburg to SXM is around 6 kilometers. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Catching an early flight from Princess Juliana International Airport to Toronto? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near SXM:
54.17% of flights that depart Princess Juliana International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM) to Toronto
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Princess Juliana International Airport to Toronto flight is $197. The cheapest price for a return flight is $339. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book eight months before you want to travel. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from SXM to Toronto.
The best month for picking up cheap Princess Juliana International Airport to Toronto tickets is December. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
The distance from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to central Toronto is roughly 27 kilometers. It'll take you about 25 minutes to get to the center driving.
Traveling to the center on public transport takes around 50 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to YYZ if you're coming in on a late flight from Princess Juliana International Airport to Toronto. Select one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Hit the road running by picking up a Pearson International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Green Motion or Thrifty and experience the lesser-explored corners of Toronto and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Pearson International Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from SXM to Toronto can help you get the lowest rate.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) is roughly 3 kilometers from the center of Toronto. Once you've hopped off your flight from Princess Juliana International Airport to Toronto, it'll take you around 35 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the center will take you 40 minutes or so.
Following your SXM to Toronto flight, unwind at a hotel close to YTZ. These are some comfortable options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hertz, National or Avis and be off and running.
Don't pay more than you need to. Booking your ride one week ahead of your arrival at YTZ will save you money.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
Step off your flight from Princess Juliana International Airport to Toronto and head for your hotel or jump right into exploring. Central Toronto is around 105 kilometers from Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) and typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes to reach driving.
If you're using public transport, the journey takes about 4 hours 5 minutes.
If you don't want to travel to the center, head for a hotel close to YKF. Check in to one of these stays after your SXM to Toronto flight:
Begin your trip without stressing over how to reach your destination with a Region of Waterloo International Airport rental car. You can book a set of wheels from trusted companies here like Avis, Enterprise and Budget.
If you'd like a specific make or model, booking early gives you a better shot at getting exactly what you want. Book your ride from YKF at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from Princess Juliana International Airport to Toronto.
Best time to go to Toronto
Before scheduling your flights from Princess Juliana International Airport to Toronto, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Toronto offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the low season means you'll get better deals on hotels and smaller crowds.
When booking your Princess Juliana International Airport to Toronto flight ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Toronto, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SXM to Toronto in January when temperatures average between -12ºC (10ºF) and 1ºC (34ºF).
More about Toronto
Start your Toronto trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Princess Juliana International Airport to Toronto, browse our range of accommodation options including:
All great vacations should include some sightseeing. Royal Ontario Museum, CN Tower and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District are must-do's during your Toronto adventure.
Explore more of Canada
Toronto has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Canada you should also see. Around 499 kilometers north-east of Toronto, a visit to Montreal will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
Around 354 kilometers north-east of Toronto, Ottawa is another essential stop in Canada. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada.