St. Maarten / St. Martin Airport Blog

Welcome! This blog contains news about our regional hub St. Maarten Princess Juliana International Airport (Airport code SXM) , St. Martin Grand Case L’Esperance Airport (Airport code SFG), direct flights and airlines that fly to St. Maarten / St. Martin. For news about the world famous beach with planes landing and departing at the end of Princess Juliana International Airport, please see our St. Maarten / St. Martin beaches blog or our dedicated page about Maho Beach.

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September 8, 2025

Princess Juliana International Airport Runway Closure Following WestJet Aircraft Incident

Positive news from the Princess Juliana International Airport (PJIA), as they work on removing the WestJet aircraft that it still on the runway after yesterday’s incident. It is expected that the aircraft will be removed by 11.00 AM, and after

August 27, 2025

Twice the Caribbean, One Destination – Interview With Cassie Schoutens

Today’s highlight of people working in the background to make a visit to St. Maarten unforgettable focuses on Cassie Schoutens, Marketing and Communication specialist at Princess Juliana International Airport.   A job inspiring in its diversity: “No two days are

August 26, 2025

Southwest Airlines to Fly Nine Times A Week to St. Maarten from Baltimore & Orlando

Princess Juliana International Airport has announced an exciting new partnership with Southwest Airlines, set to begin in Spring 2026. Starting April 7, 2026, Southwest will offer nine weekly flights to St. Maarten, consisting of daily nonstop service from Orlando International

August 25, 2025

Winair’s Coconut Deals Are Back

Winair is excited to announce the return of its popular Coconut Deals – offering passengers a chance to fly for promotional fares starting at just $19.99, $29.99, and $39.99 (excluding taxes and fees).   Booking period: August 26 until August

August 22, 2025

Emile Levons appointed as new Chief Operating Officer of Princess Juliana International Airport

Princess Juliana International Airport (PJIAE) has announced the appointment of its new Chief Operating Officer: St. Maarten native Emile Levons. With over two decades of dedicated service to PJIAE, Mr. Levons has earned the trust and respect of colleagues across

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