Airport Transfers from Philipsburg (SXM)

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Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM) serves Philipsburg, Sint Maarten. Private airport transfers are the most convenient way to reach your hotel or resort from SXM. Compare 4 transfer providers below to find the best price and service for your trip.

Compare Transfer Providers from SXM

Provider	Best For	Price Range
KiwiTaxi	Widest coverage	Varies	Check Prices
GetTransfer	Budget option	From $15	Check Prices
Welcome Pickups	Trained English drivers	From $25	Check Prices
Suntransfers	Package holidays	From $20	Check Prices

KiwiTaxi

Widest coverage

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GetTransfer

Budget option

From $15Check Prices

Welcome Pickups

Trained English drivers

From $25Check Prices

Suntransfers

Package holidays

From $20Check Prices

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Frequently asked questions about SXM transfers

How much is a taxi from SXM to Philipsburg?: Fixed taxi rate from Princess Juliana Airport to Philipsburg is $15. Maho Beach area is $8, Simpson Bay is $10, and Marigot (French side) is $25. Grand Case is $30. Rates posted at the taxi stand.
How far is SXM Airport from Maho Beach?: Maho Beach is directly adjacent to the airport — just 2 km away, a 5-minute drive. SXM is famous for its beach approach where planes pass 10-20 meters above sunbathers.
What is the best way to get from SXM to the French side?: Taxis with fixed rates are the standard option ($25 to Marigot, $30 to Grand Case). No border control exists between Dutch and French sides — you can cross freely. Rental cars are popular for exploring both sides.
Can I go between the Dutch and French sides freely?: Yes. There is no passport control or border checkpoint between Sint Maarten (Dutch) and Saint-Martin (French). You can cross freely by car or on foot at any point.
How long does immigration take at SXM?: Immigration at SXM typically takes 10-20 minutes for US and EU passport holders. The rebuilt terminal (post-Hurricane Irma) features modern facilities. Dutch-side immigration processes all arrivals.
Is there public transit from SXM?: No direct public transit from the airport. Minibuses run along main roads ($2-3) but do not serve the airport terminal. Taxis or rental cars are the practical options.
What currency is used in St. Maarten?: The Dutch side uses Netherlands Antillean Guilder (ANG), the French side uses Euros, but US dollars are accepted everywhere on both sides. ATMs at the airport dispense ANG or USD.
Are there ATMs at SXM Airport?: Yes. ATMs in the rebuilt arrivals terminal dispense Netherlands Antillean Guilders or US dollars. Currency exchange counters are available. US dollars are accepted island-wide.

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Compare Transfer Providers from SXM

Provider	Best For	Price Range
KiwiTaxi	Widest coverage	Varies	Check Prices
GetTransfer	Budget option	From $15	Check Prices
Welcome Pickups	Trained English drivers	From $25	Check Prices
Suntransfers	Package holidays	From $20	Check Prices

KiwiTaxi

Widest coverage

VariesCheck Prices

GetTransfer

Budget option

From $15Check Prices

Welcome Pickups

Trained English drivers

From $25Check Prices

Suntransfers

Package holidays

From $20Check Prices

Frequently asked questions about SXM transfers

How much is a taxi from SXM to Philipsburg?

Fixed taxi rate from Princess Juliana Airport to Philipsburg is $15. Maho Beach area is $8, Simpson Bay is $10, and Marigot (French side) is $25. Grand Case is $30. Rates posted at the taxi stand.

How far is SXM Airport from Maho Beach?

Maho Beach is directly adjacent to the airport — just 2 km away, a 5-minute drive. SXM is famous for its beach approach where planes pass 10-20 meters above sunbathers.

What is the best way to get from SXM to the French side?

Taxis with fixed rates are the standard option ($25 to Marigot, $30 to Grand Case). No border control exists between Dutch and French sides — you can cross freely. Rental cars are popular for exploring both sides.

Can I go between the Dutch and French sides freely?

Yes. There is no passport control or border checkpoint between Sint Maarten (Dutch) and Saint-Martin (French). You can cross freely by car or on foot at any point.

How long does immigration take at SXM?

Immigration at SXM typically takes 10-20 minutes for US and EU passport holders. The rebuilt terminal (post-Hurricane Irma) features modern facilities. Dutch-side immigration processes all arrivals.

Is there public transit from SXM?

No direct public transit from the airport. Minibuses run along main roads ($2-3) but do not serve the airport terminal. Taxis or rental cars are the practical options.

What currency is used in St. Maarten?

The Dutch side uses Netherlands Antillean Guilder (ANG), the French side uses Euros, but US dollars are accepted everywhere on both sides. ATMs at the airport dispense ANG or USD.

Are there ATMs at SXM Airport?

Yes. ATMs in the rebuilt arrivals terminal dispense Netherlands Antillean Guilders or US dollars. Currency exchange counters are available. US dollars are accepted island-wide.