Flying from Cheddi Jagan International Airport (GEO) to Paramaribo: what you need to know
Approximately 45 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Cheddi Jagan International Airport to Paramaribo.
Paramaribo is one hour ahead of Georgetown, where Cheddi Jagan International Airport is located. Paramaribo runs on the UTC-3 timezone.
The most popular route is from Cheddi Jagan International Airport (GEO) to Zanderij International Airport (PBM). Take your pick of five weekly services between these two airports. Surinam Airways offers a 11:45 departure between GEO and PBM.
To avoid missing your GEO to Paramaribo flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow some extra breathing room. A good general rule for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Direct Cheddi Jagan International Airport to Paramaribo tickets are available for booking. Zanderij International Airport (PBM) is where you'll complete your journey.
Surinam Airways is a well-known airline that offers direct flights from Cheddi Jagan International Airport to Paramaribo.
Whether you want to discover another city along the way or just take a break, we make it easy to book plane tickets from GEO to Paramaribo with a stopover. To compare your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Tocumen International Airport (PTY) is a popular stop to make.
To reach GEO from central Georgetown, it'll take around 55 minutes by car. It's roughly 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Cheddi Jagan International Airport, data shows 78.16% of flights complete their journey on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cheddi Jagan International Airport (GEO) to Paramaribo
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Cheddi Jagan International Airport to Paramaribo flight is $262. The cheapest price for a return flight is $606. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To secure cheap flights from GEO to Paramaribo, book your trip one month before your planned departure.
May is the best month for landing an amazing deal on Cheddi Jagan International Airport to Paramaribo tickets. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Airports in Paramaribo
Zanderij International Airport (PBM)
Zanderij International Airport (PBM) to the centre of Paramaribo takes around 1 hour 10 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 56 kilometres away.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Cheddi Jagan International Airport to Paramaribo, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near PBM:
Pick up a Zanderij International Airport rental car and explore Paramaribo and beyond with your own set of wheels. Ross Rental Cars, Europcar and Final Rentals are leading providers you can book with here.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Zanderij International Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from GEO to Paramaribo.
Best time to go to Paramaribo
Travel to Paramaribo during peak season if you want a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book flights from Cheddi Jagan International Airport to Paramaribo in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
Before booking a Cheddi Jagan International Airport to Paramaribo plane ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. September is the warmest month in Paramaribo, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from GEO to Paramaribo in January when temperatures average between 22ºC (72ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
More about Paramaribo
Once you've booked your flight from Cheddi Jagan International Airport to Paramaribo, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Paramaribo:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Independence Square (Onafhankelijksplein), Palmentuin and Waterkant (Riverside Boulevard) are attractions you won't want to skip in Paramaribo.
Explore more of Suriname
Nieuw Nickerie is just one of the many places in Suriname waiting to be explored after you've seen Paramaribo. Around 193 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include SHRI VISHNU MANDIR, Nieuw Nickerie and Huttopia.
Any trip to Suriname wouldn't be as memorable without a stop in Totness. Zeedijk Coroni is one of the highlights in this destination, which is roughly 121 kilometres west of Paramaribo.