Cheap flights from Austin-Bergstrom International to Princess Juliana
Updated 2026-07-25
2324 miles great-circle distance, typically flown in 5h 05m with 8 airlines operating direct service from Austin-Bergstrom International (AUS) to Princess Juliana (SXM). Fares on this corridor stay relatively stable across the year — booking 4–8 weeks ahead and choosing a midweek departure typically secures the best price.
Flying from Austin-Bergstrom International
Austin-Bergstrom International sits about 5 miles southeast of downtown Austin on a former air force base. Southwest carries the most passengers, with American, Delta and United running large operations and British Airways, Lufthansa and KLM flying nonstop to Europe. The single Barbara Jordan Terminal is served by CapMetro Route 20 and the faster Route 100 Airport Flyer, reaching downtown in about 30 minutes for $1.25 — far below the roughly $30 rideshare fare. Fares spike around SXSW in March, ACL in October and the Formula 1 weekend, so avoid those windows for the lowest prices.
Arriving in St. Maarten
Princess Juliana International on Sint Maarten is the dual-island Caribbean nation's primary airport — famous for its Maho Beach approach where aircraft pass meters above sunbathers. The terminal sits 3 km east of Philipsburg. Taxis are the only practical transfer option (~$15–$25 to Philipsburg). Peak demand mirrors the rest of the Caribbean — December–April; cheapest fares come in September–October.
Who flies AUS to SXM?
| Airline | IATA | Flight time | Cabin |
| Southwest Airlines | WN | 5h 05m | Economy |
| American Airlines | AA | 5h 05m | Economy |
| Delta Air Lines | DL | 5h 05m | Economy |
| United Airlines | UA | 5h 05m | Economy |
| Spirit Airlines | NK | 5h 05m | Economy |
| Frontier Airlines | F9 | 5h 05m | Economy |
| JetBlue Airways | B6 | 5h 05m | Economy |
| Alaska Airlines | AS | 5h 05m | Economy |
8 carriers fly direct on this corridor. Frequencies vary by season — summer and winter holiday peaks see additional flights.
Austin to St. Maarten FAQs
Direct flights from Austin-Bergstrom International (AUS) to Princess Juliana (SXM) take approximately 5h 05m for the 2324-mile journey, plus 30–60 minutes of taxi, climb and descent. Total airport-to-airport time depends on cruise winds and air-traffic queueing on approach.
8 carriers operate direct service from Austin-Bergstrom International (AUS) to Princess Juliana (SXM): Southwest Airlines, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, Spirit Airlines and 3 more. Frequencies vary by season and carrier — Southwest Airlines typically operates the highest weekly count on this corridor.
Visa-free for US passport holders up to 90 days. Always check travel.state.gov for the latest entry requirements before booking.
Princess Juliana (SXM) is the primary international airport for St. Maarten. Allow 30–60 minutes for the ground transfer by train, express bus, taxi or rideshare depending on traffic and time of day. See the airport's official website for current train and shuttle timetables.