Fly private between St. Thomas and Philipsburg from US$8,000 for a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX). Get an instant quote.
This route runs both ways — St. Thomas (STT) to Philipsburg (SXM) and Philipsburg to St. Thomas — timed and priced alike.
The straight-line distance between St. Thomas and Philipsburg is about 200 km (124 miles), or 108 nautical miles.
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Expect US$8,000 – US$15,500 for a one-way charter between St. Thomas and Philipsburg, depending on the aircraft — a turboprop sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. It seats 6-9 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. It seats 4-6 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 48 min | 43 min – 53 min | US$8,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 41 min | 37 min – 45 min | US$9,500 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 48 min | US$8,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 46 min | US$9,000 – US$12,000 | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 41 min | US$9,500 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 40 min | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 39 min | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 4-6 |
Outbound and return are priced alike on identical aircraft; expect roughly ±10% variation in time by wind.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
Several variables shape what you pay for a St. Thomas–Philipsburg charter: the distance and prevailing winds on the day, fuel costs across the regions you cross, handling and landing fees at both airports, and the specific aircraft confirmed against live availability. International routing adds overflight permits and customs clearance to the final figure.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands: Cyril E. King Airport.
Philipsburg, Sint Maarten: Princess Juliana International Airport and Clayton J. Lloyd International Airport.
| Cyril E. King Airport | Princess Juliana International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | TIST / STT | TNCM / SXM |
| Longest hard runway | 7,000 ft | 7,546 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 23 ft | 13 ft |
All 21 aircraft we quote for St. Thomas to Philipsburg can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Runway is the binding factor: Cyril E. King Airport is the shorter of the two at 7,000 ft, against the 6,000 ft the largest types here need — 1,000 ft to spare. The leg is 200 km.
Alternates within range: Terrance B. Lettsome International Airport (4,642 ft, 48 km) · Antonio Rivera Rodriguez Airport (4,301 ft, 59 km) · Benjamin Rivera Noriega Airport (2,600 ft, 35 km) · Virgin Gorda Airport · Clayton J. Lloyd International Airport (5,462 ft, 19 km) · Grand Case-l'Espérance Airport (3,937 ft, 9 km) · F. D. Roosevelt Airport (4,265 ft, 62 km) · St. Jean Airport (2,119 ft, 32 km)
Airline schedules are fixed; yours doesn't have to be. Depart St. Thomas–Philipsburg when the time is right.
A private terminal, a direct boarding ramp, and 48 min to your destination. That's the full journey.
We can route through smaller, less congested airfields at either end, often a shorter drive from your actual destination.
Guide pricing on St. Thomas–Philipsburg is published clearly: US$8,000 – US$15,500. Your confirmed quote is all-in.
St. Thomas–Philipsburg is a frequently chartered international sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
As a guide, charter ranges US$8,000 – US$15,500 one-way — from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
Roughly 48 min gate to gate across the 200 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
This sector is mainly served by Turboprop, Very Light Jet. We lead with a turboprop for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Often yes: same-day and next-day St. Thomas–Philipsburg departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Absolutely — pets travel in the cabin with you on this route; just tell us the details when you ask for a quote.
Of course: Philipsburg to St. Thomas runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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