Sint Maarten to New York (SXM–JFK) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
SXM–JFK is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. JetBlue, Delta Air Lines and Etihad Airways lead the route. The flight covers 1,685 miles in approximately 4h 17m. Beyond nonstop, 83 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B6 JetBlue Also: QR | 13 | 320, 32S | 4h20-4h27 | – | – | QR |
| DL Delta Air Lines | 7 | 757 | 4h36 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| EY Etihad Airways | 7 | 320 | 4h27 | – | – | – |
| AA American Airlines | 0 | – | – | – | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach New York from Sint Maarten
| Metric | SXM→JFK | SKB→JFK |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from SXM | – | 57 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 4 |
| Weekly flights | 53 | 8 |
| Flight time | 4h 17m | 4h 27m |
Travel Essentials
SXM: AST · JFK: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Sint Maarten, it's 6:00 PM in New York.
AirTrain to Jamaica Station (8–10 min, $8.50) connects to the NYC subway A/E trains and LIRR. Total fare to midtown Manhattan is $9.25 via subway or $10–15 via LIRR; both take 50–70 minutes total. NYC taxis from JFK to Manhattan are metered (flat rate only applies to the Manhattan-to-JFK direction); expect $50–70 plus tolls.Ride-shares from JFK pick up at the designated lot; follow signs rather than waiting at terminal curbs. Car services and shared vans to Manhattan are available from the Ground Transportation desks.
Humid continental climate with hot summers and cold winters. July–August averages 25–32°C with high humidity and frequent afternoon thunderstorms that cause ground delays. Nor'easters hit December through March, occasionally dumping 30–60 cm of snow and causing widespread cancellations. JFK is slower to recover than inland airports due to wind exposure.
Fog is a disruption risk in spring. Fall (September–October) offers the most stable flying weather. Hurricane remnants reach New York in September–October. Sandy-level events are rare but possible.
SXM–JFK Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from SXM to JFK
Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM) and John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines, JetBlue, Delta Air Lines and Etihad Airways. With 53 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
SXM to JFK Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from SXM to JFK ranges from 4 hours 17 minutes to 4 hours 36 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,685 miles (2,712 km). There are approximately 53 weekly flights outbound and 36 return, totaling 89 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
83 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via FRG. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Basseterre (SKB).