Most international guests reach St Barts through Sint Maarten. Premium IV helps plan the full route—connections, the St Martin–St Barts leg, and ground logistics on arrival. That includes scheduled regional flights, ferry bookings, private charters, private boat transfers, and VIP airport assistance at both airports.
We do not sell airline tickets directly, but we coordinate the St Martin–St Barts leg and ground arrangements once you are on island.
Getting to the island
Main gateway: Sint Maarten (SXM)
Princess Juliana International Airport is the most common entry point. Direct flights arrive from major US hubs including Miami (MIA), New York (JFK), Atlanta (ATL), and Charlotte (CLT), with seasonal routes from Boston (BOS) and Fort Lauderdale (FLL). From SXM, St Barts is roughly a 15-minute flight or a 40–45-minute ferry or boat crossing.
Onward options:
- Scheduled flights: Winair and St Barth Commuter operate frequent connections from Sint Maarten to Gustaf III Airport (SBH).
- Private charters: Charters can be arranged from Sint Maarten, Antigua, San Juan, and other Caribbean islands.
- Ferries: The Voyager and Great Bay Express serve the route from the French and Dutch sides of Sint Maarten.
- Private boats: A private vessel takes about 40 minutes—useful for groups, extra luggage, or pets.
Direct flights to SBH
Tradewind Aviation operates scheduled flights from San Juan (SJU) directly into St Barts for guests connecting from mainland US cities.
Gustaf III is a short-runway airport with a distinctive approach. Its small terminal means efficient handling matters, especially when weather or schedule changes affect connections.
Coordination
Premium IV coordinates bookings and ground logistics. Regional flights, ferries, and charter operators are independent carriers; we handle reservations, timing, and handover between legs based on your itinerary.
Before you book
- Book early in high season—flight, ferry, and charter capacity fills quickly.
- Ferry services can be affected by sea conditions; build flexibility into your plan.
- A trusted travel agent can help with international fare rules and rebooking if your inbound flight changes.
- For combined SXM–SBH handling, see our VIP airport service and transfer details.
Send your travel dates and preferred connection to contact us and we will outline the options.