SXM + Short Flight To Anguilla
Skip the ferry and take the quick 8-10 minute flight from St. Maarten SXM directly into Anguilla AXA.
Your SXM to Anguilla flight connection in 4 steps
This route keeps the popular SXM international airport connection, but replaces the ferry transfer with a short inter-island flight to Anguilla.
Fly to SXM
Land at Princess Juliana International Airport from your main international flight.
Connect at SXM
Allow enough time to clear customs, collect bags, and check in for the short hop.
Fly SXM to AXA
Take the 8-10 minute inter-island flight directly into Anguilla.
Arrive in Anguilla
Land at Clayton J. Lloyd International Airport with no ferry transfer needed.
Travel tip: This is especially helpful if your international flight lands later in the day and you do not want to worry about catching the last public ferry. Still, always confirm the SXM to AXA flight schedule directly before booking.
Why travelers choose this route
- No ferry schedule stress after landing in St. Maarten
- Great option for late arrivals when public ferries may be finished
- Quick 8-10 minute final leg from SXM to Anguilla
- Arrive directly at AXA airport instead of Blowing Point ferry terminal
- Ideal for travelers who prefer flying over boat transfers
Good to know before booking
- Usually costs more than the public ferry option
- Small aircraft may have stricter luggage weight limits
- Flight availability can change by season and airline
- You should still allow connection time after landing at SXM
- Always confirm schedule, luggage rules, and pricing directly with the carrier
Who can fly you from SXM to AXA?
These regional and charter operators serve the short SXM to Anguilla hop. Availability can vary, so treat this section as a planning guide and verify directly before booking.
Anguilla Air Services
SXM to AXA
Daily scheduled service
Winair
SXM to AXA
Scheduled service
Private Air Charter
SXM to AXA
On demand
Top nonstop routes into SXM + short flight to AXA
Use this to compare international nonstop routes into St. Maarten, then add the SXM to AXA short flight as your final leg.
Showing fares departing around:

Caribbean Airlines
β NonstopKIN
Jamaica (Kingston)
2h 20m
Nonstop
SXM
St. Maarten

AA / Delta / JetBlue
β NonstopJFK
New York (JFK)
4h 04m
Nonstop
SXM
St. Maarten
International fare estimates are for planning reference only. The SXM to AXA final leg starts from approximately $150 per person one-way. Always verify current prices directly with the airline or booking platform.
SXM short flight vs. SXM ferry
Both options start with flying into St. Maarten. The difference is how you complete the final leg into Anguilla.
SXM + Short Flight
SXM + Ferry
Find a SXM to AXA flight
Search inter-island flights, compare timing with your international arrival, and choose whether the short flight or ferry makes more sense for your trip.
8-10 min
Flight time
From $150
Estimated final leg
Bags
Confirm limits
AXA Airport
Direct arrival
Verify before booking
Inter-island schedules, seat availability, and baggage rules can change quickly.
Contact the operator
Confirm the exact SXM connection process, check-in location, and required arrival time.
Plan a safe buffer
Give yourself extra time if your international flight is delayed or you have checked bags.