Question 1

Which airlines fly to Suriname?

Accepted Answer

Airlines serving Suriname include KLM (Amsterdam), Copa Airlines (Panama City), Caribbean Airlines (Trinidad), and Surinam Airways on regional routes. KLM operates direct flights from Amsterdam to Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport (PBM), making it the primary route for European travelers.

Question 2

What is the main airport in Suriname?

Accepted Answer

Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport (IATA: PBM), also known as Zanderij Airport, is Suriname's main international airport. It is located approximately 45 km south of Paramaribo. Eduard Alexander Gummels Airport (EAX) in Paramaribo handles some domestic and regional flights.

Question 3

How long is a flight from Amsterdam to Suriname?

Accepted Answer

A direct flight from Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) to Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport (PBM) takes approximately 9 to 10 hours. KLM operates this route several times per week.

Question 4

Do I need a visa to fly to Suriname?

Accepted Answer

Most nationalities require a tourist visa or tourist card to enter Suriname. These are arranged through the official VFS Global e-Visa portal at suriname.vfsevisa.com before departure, which is also where the Entry Fee is paid. Some Caribbean and South American nationalities may be exempt. Always check the latest Suriname immigration requirements for your passport before booking flights.

Question 5

How far is Johan Adolf Pengel Airport from Paramaribo?

Accepted Answer

Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport (PBM) is located approximately 45 km south of Paramaribo city centre. The drive typically takes 40 to 60 minutes depending on traffic conditions.

Question 6

How do I get from Suriname airport to Paramaribo?

Accepted Answer

The most common options are licensed airport taxis with a fixed fare agreed before boarding, or private transfer services booked in advance. Ride-hailing apps do not currently operate at Johan Adolf Pengel Airport. The journey to central Paramaribo takes approximately 45 to 60 minutes.

Question 7

Does KLM fly direct to Suriname?

Accepted Answer

Yes. KLM operates direct flights between Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) and Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport (PBM) several times per week. The flight takes approximately 9 to 10 hours. KLM is the primary airline connecting Europe to Suriname.

Flight	Airline	From	Time (SR)
PY993	USC	Amsterdam Schiphol Airport	21 Aug 15:12
CM318	Copa Airlines	Panama City Tocumen International Airport	21 Aug 16:12
BW883	Caribbean Airlines	Port of Spain Piarco International Airport	22 Aug 01:10
KL713	KLM	Amsterdam Schiphol Airport	22 Aug 13:15
CM318	Copa Airlines	Panama City Tocumen International Airport	22 Aug 16:40
8W726	Fly AllWays	Georgetown Cheddi Jagan International Airport	22 Aug 18:15
PY422	Surinam Airways	Georgetown Cheddi Jagan International Airport	22 Aug 20:15
G37472	GOL	Belem Val de Cans International Airport	22 Aug 20:30
PY9916	Surinam Airways	Belem Val de Cans International Airport	23 Aug 02:15

Flight	Airline	To	Time (SR)
KL714	KLM	Amsterdam Schiphol Airport	21 Aug 16:25
CM319	Copa Airlines	Panama City Tocumen International Airport	21 Aug 17:42
PY994	USC	Amsterdam Schiphol Airport	21 Aug 18:00
BW884	Caribbean Airlines	Port of Spain Piarco International Airport	22 Aug 05:00
PY421	Surinam Airways	Georgetown Cheddi Jagan International Airport	22 Aug 06:00
KL714	KLM	Amsterdam Schiphol Airport	22 Aug 16:15
CM319	Copa Airlines	Panama City Tocumen International Airport	22 Aug 17:42
PY9915	Surinam Airways	Belem Val de Cans International Airport	22 Aug 21:45
G37473	GOL	Belem Val de Cans International Airport	22 Aug 22:15

Flight	Airline	From	Time (SR)
GUM42	Gum Air	Georgetown Eugene F. Correira International Airport	22 Aug 10:15
W12493	Unknown	Georgetown Eugene F. Correira International Airport	22 Aug 12:45

Flight	Airline	To	Time (SR)
GUM41	Gum Air	Georgetown Eugene F. Correira International Airport	22 Aug 07:30
W12494	Unknown	Georgetown Eugene F. Correira International Airport	22 Aug 13:15

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