What airport do you fly into for Saint Barts?

Scheduled flights The principal gateway to St Barts Airport (SBH) is through Juliana Airport (SXM) located in the Dutch side of St Maarten, where 22 commercial airlines arrive daily from 34 direct flights from the USA, Canada, Europe, Latin America and the Caribbean.



To reach the island of Saint Barthélemy, most travelers fly into Gustaf III Airport (SBH), also known as St. Jean Airport. This airport is famous in the aviation world for having one of the most challenging and spectacular approaches; the runway is remarkably short at approximately 2,100 feet and ends directly on a public beach. Because of the runway's limitations, only small regional aircraft, typically seating no more than 19 passengers, can land there. Common transit points include Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM) in St. Maarten, which is only a 15-minute flight away, or San Juan, Puerto Rico. Airlines like Winair and St. Barth Commuter dominate these routes. If you prefer not to fly the final leg into the short runway, many visitors opt to fly into St. Maarten and take a high-speed ferry, such as the Great Bay Express or Voyager, which takes about 45 to 60 minutes to reach the harbor in Gustavia.

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The pre-Covid statistics show the island receives just 200,000 visitors per year and is considered to be one of the most expensive islands in the Caribbean. With that said, those who do visit St Barts are often more accustomed to being in the company of famous people and wealthy business owners.

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St Barts Weather November through April are the best months to visit the island, when the trade winds abound, a radiant sun shines and showers are rare. Low season is considered to be from April to November, when temperatures rise and rainfall becomes more intense.

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The island is ideal for those seeking a Euro-themed utopia with plenty of stunning beaches, upscale hotels, private villas and trendy restaurants. Those looking for an island with exciting nightlife and offshore activities should check out St. Barts' cousins, Martinique or St.

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For American and Canadian citizens, you must have a valid passport, obligatorily accompanied by a return or continuation of travel ticket, it is not necessary to have a visa if the stay is shorter or equal to 30 days.

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Make no mistake, this paradise is more expensive than other Caribbean islands (especially since local currency is the euro). But there's ways to enjoy St. Barts whether your budget is large or small.

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St Barts Ferry Travel from Sint Maarten to St Barths aboard one of their modern vessels - Shantiwa or Big B - making the crossing in just 45 minutes! With its offices located at Bobby's Marina, this is the perfect choice for cruise ship passengers looking to visit St Barts for the day.

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Many of the best places to stay in St Barts are set near the brilliant beaches of St Jean Bay or Grand Cul-de-Sac Bay, but some of our favourites are hidden on hillsides with panoramic ocean views.

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Yes, the water in St Barts is generally safe to drink.

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Rainy season runs from late May to mid-November. This doesn't mean it rains for days at a time or even every day. But this also roughly corresponds to the official Atlantic hurricane season, June 1 to November 30.

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And the compact size of St. Barts, combined with its extensive and well-maintained road system, makes driving yourself around very doable. The main road runs from the capital of Gustavia past the airport, then along the coast to Toiny, which takes you by most of the island's villages and its top beaches.

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Saint Barthelemy is welcoming all travelers from the United States and Canada zone. St Barts travel restrictions, as well as entry requirements, are divided into two populations: Travelers vaccinated against the Covid-19 virus and those not vaccinated against the Covid-19 virus.

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St. Barts is incredibly safe and there is very little to no crime on the island. The island is also marked as one of the safest Caribbean islands due to its murder rate of zero.

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