Travelling from St Maarten Airport (SXM) to Havana Airport (HAV): what you need to know
Havana's timezone is UTC-5, making Havana one hour behind Philipsburg.
Your SXM to HAV flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months such as April, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from St Maarten Airport to Havana Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between SXM and HAV:
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Miami International Airport
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How to find the cheapest flights from St Maarten Airport (SXM) to Havana Airport (HAV)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way St Maarten Airport to Havana Airport flight is $1,130. A round-trip fare right now is $611. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's a good idea to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from SXM to HAV. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when looking for your flight from St Maarten Airport to Havana Airport.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from SXM to HAV.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from St Maarten Airport to Havana Airport.
Handy information about St Maarten Airport (SXM)
66% of flights that leave from St Maarten Airport arrive at their destination on time.
St Maarten Airport is about 3 kilometres from central Philipsburg. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport takes about 20 minutes.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near SXM. Whether you're taking an early flight from St Maarten Airport to Havana Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Havana Airport (HAV)
Stay within a short transfer of arrivals if you're getting in on a late St Maarten Airport to Havana Airport flight. Migaby House is one option close to HAV. Or check in and relax at Hostal Doña Amalia Cuba before continuing to your final destination.
When to fly to Havana Airport (HAV)
The quietest month for a flight from St Maarten Airport to Havana Airport is March, while October is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Havana based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in your flight from St Maarten Airport to Havana Airport for July if you'd like to go to Havana during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SXM to HAV in January. Temperatures average between 17ºC (63ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.
Explore more of Cuba
Havana has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Cuba just waiting to be discovered. About 499 kilometres east of Havana, a visit to Camaguey will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Iglesia de Nuestra Senora de la Merced, Catedral de Senora de la Candelaria and Iglesia de Santa Ana.
Santa Clara is another standout destination in Cuba and is around 257 kilometres east of Havana. No journey is complete without dropping by Che Guevara Mausoleum, Plaza de La Revolución Ernesto Che Guevara, Santa Clara Cuba and Abbey Road Park (The Beatles park).
