Travelling from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Zanderij International Airport (PBM): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Zanderij International Airport is 9 hours 25 minutes.
Paramaribo is four hours behind Amsterdam and is in the UTC-3 timezone.
Every week, there are 14 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Zanderij International Airport flights. To take off as early as possible, jump on the 08:15 KLM flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the latest flight is at 16:15 with Surinam Airways.
To ensure you catch your AMS to PBM flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Flying into Paramaribo (and then seeing more of Suriname!) is easy with KLM. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Zanderij International Airport.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with KLM on this route.
Among carriers operating AMS to PBM flights, KLM has the highest rate of on-time arrivals.
How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Zanderij International Airport (PBM)
Right now, 456 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Zanderij International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 840 €. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book six months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from AMS to PBM.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Zanderij International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across every month.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from AMS to PBM.
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Handy information about Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
67.93% of flights that depart Amsterdam Airport Schiphol arrive at their destination on schedule.
Central Amsterdam to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is approximately 23 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near AMS. Whether you're catching an early flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Zanderij International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Zanderij International Airport (PBM)
Book a hotel near PBM if you're on a late Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Zanderij International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Follow your own route with a Zanderij International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Ross Rental Cars, Europcar or Final Rentals and venture far and wide through Paramaribo and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Zanderij International Airport around three weeks ahead.
Getting from Zanderij International Airport (PBM) to central Paramaribo
From Zanderij International Airport, Paramaribo is approximately 56 kilometres away. It takes around 1 hour 10 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Zanderij International Airport (PBM)
July is the busiest month for flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Zanderij International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Paramaribo in April.
The warmest month in Paramaribo is September, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Zanderij International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from AMS to PBM in January. Average temperatures are between 22ºC (72ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) then.
Explore more of Suriname
Paramaribo has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Suriname you'll want to see. About 193 kilometres west of Paramaribo, a trip to Nieuw Nickerie will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like SHRI VISHNU MANDIR, Nieuw Nickerie and Huttopia.
If there's time to check out another major stop in Suriname, head for Moengo, about 97 kilometres east of Paramaribo. Koningin Wilhelmina Park West, Contemporary Art Museum Moengo (CAMM) and Tembe Art studio are among its highlights.