Plan the easiest connection from Princess Juliana Airport in St. Maarten to Anguilla by public ferry, private charter, or short flight.
Your best route depends on arrival time, luggage, group size, budget, and ferry timing. Start with your SXM landing time, then compare the public ferry, private charter, or short flight to Anguilla.
Do not plan the airport transfer separately from the ferry. Customs, taxi timing, and departures all connect into one window.
Allow 2-3 hours
A safe buffer for SXM customs, taxi transfer to Marigot, ferry check-in, and the crossing to Blowing Point.
Ferry or charter?
Compare routes based on your landing time, group size, and luggage — not just price. A charter can save time for late arrivals.
Arrival airport
SXM
Princess Juliana Airport in St. Maarten
Safe planning buffer
2-3 hours
For customs, taxi transfer, tickets, and boarding
Main ferry arrival
Blowing Point
Public ferries arrive at Anguilla's ferry terminal
Best budget route
SXM + ferry
Usually cheaper than flying directly into AXA
Do not plan the airport transfer separately from the ferry.
SXM customs, taxi timing, Marigot ferry departures, private charter availability, weather, and baggage can all affect the best connection. Check the full route before choosing the cheapest or fastest option.
Compare the main transfer options after landing at Princess Juliana Airport.
Most popular budget route
Fly into SXM, take a taxi to the Marigot ferry terminal on the French side (about 10 minutes from the airport), then cross to Anguilla by public ferry. This is usually the most affordable route when your flight lands early enough.
~1.5-2 hours
~$60-75
Clear arrivals at Princess Juliana Airport
Take a taxi from SXM Airport to Marigot ferry terminal on the French side
Buy your ferry ticket and cross to Blowing Point, Anguilla
Fastest water transfer
Book a private charter from near the airport and avoid the longer taxi ride to Marigot. This option is smoother for late arrivals, families, luggage, or tight connections.
~45-60 min
$65+/person
Meet your driver or charter contact after arrivals
Take a short transfer to the nearby charter dock, just minutes from the airport
Depart on a schedule built around your arrival time
Skip the ferry completely
If you prefer not to take the ferry, connect from SXM to Anguilla by a short inter-island flight. The flight is quick, but seats and luggage limits may be more restrictive.
7-8 min
Light bags
Arrive at SXM and transfer to your inter-island flight
Fly from SXM to AXA in about 7-8 minutes
Arrive directly at Clayton J. Lloyd International Airport
Use this sequence to avoid tight connections, missed ferries, and unexpected travel costs.
Start with your flight landing time, then allow extra room for customs, baggage claim, and possible arrival delays.
Compare the public ferry, private charter, or short flight based on your timing, luggage, group size, and budget. If you are choosing the public ferry, check the ferry schedule before finalizing your plan.
Include taxi transfer, ferry fare, departure fees, possible baggage costs, and any private charter or short flight pricing.
Do not plan the connection too tightly. Ferry check-in, immigration, ticketing, and weather can affect your final arrival time in Anguilla.
These details help you choose the right connection and avoid surprises after landing.
Work backward from the next ferry departure and leave enough time for taxi transfer, tickets, and boarding.
Check scheduleInclude taxi fare, ferry fare, departure fees, baggage, and possible charter pricing before choosing your route.
View pricingRough seas, rain, or busy travel days can affect comfort, timing, and the best connection choice.
Check conditionsTravel note: Always confirm final ferry, charter, or flight details before travel day. Schedules, pricing, weather, and availability can change.
Quick answers for visitors connecting from St. Maarten to Anguilla.
If you land early, the public ferry through Marigot is often the best value. If timing is tight, compare private charters or the short SXM to AXA flight before committing.
