Loading map...
SXM → PHL
Which side of the plane to sit from Princess Juliana International Airport (Philipsburg) to Philadelphia International Airport (Philadelphia)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a scenic departure over Anguilla and typically offers the best angle for the Philadelphia skyline during the final approach descent.
Search flights from SXM to PHL
Anguilla Coastline
Crystal clear views of Shoal Bay and the northern tip of Anguilla immediately after departing SXM.
Atlantic Deep Blue
A stunning color transition as the plane leaves the shallow Caribbean shelf for the deep Atlantic.
Cape May Peninsula
The southern tip of New Jersey and its historic lighthouse are often visible during the initial descent.
Philadelphia Skyline
Premier views of the Comcast Center and Center City skyscrapers if approaching from the north or west.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. Keep your camera ready about 10 minutes before landing for the city view.
Get eSIMs for Netherlands Antilles
Get eSIMs for United States
St. Martin Interior
Aerial views of the mountainous French side and the Orient Bay area during the initial climb.
Outer Banks
The distinctive thin strip of North Carolina's barrier islands often appears mid-route to the west.
Delaware Bay
Large cargo ships and tankers navigating the channel between Delaware and New Jersey.
Philly Navy Yard
Detailed views of retired ships and industrial infrastructure just before touchdown at PHL.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights to catch the sunset over the US East Coast. Watch for the Outer Banks approximately 2.5 hours into the flight.
Book Hotels in PhiladelphiaDistance: 2,693 km (1,673 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 35 min
Departure: SXM (18.0410003662, -63.1088981628)
Arrival: PHL (39.87189865112305, -75.24109649658203)
Route Type: International
Thank you for booking your travels through our travel partners. The commissions from your bookings keep this site running.