Flying from Zanderij International Airport (PBM) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Zanderij International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol and you'll be travelling for an average of 8 hours 55 minutes.
Amsterdam is four hours ahead of Paramaribo and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Flights from PBM to AMS start at 16:35 — the first with KLM. The last departure is at 23:15 with Surinam Airways. Overall, you can take your pick of 13 weekly Zanderij International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Get to the airport on time to catch your PBM to AMS flight.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
KLM is your ticket to exploring Amsterdam (and maybe even some other great corners of Netherlands!). Browse the direct flights from Zanderij International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol offered by this airline.
Most passengers choose to fly with KLM on this route.
With 65.0% of its services arriving as planned, KLM is the most punctual carrier operating PBM to AMS flights.
Pick a stopover if you prefer to break up your flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options for tickets from Zanderij International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. Piarco International Airport is a top stopover on the PBM to AMS route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Zanderij International Airport (PBM) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Zanderij International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flight is R 8,816. A return plane ticket right now is R 15,939. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Get cheap tickets from PBM to AMS by booking five months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
Organise your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Zanderij International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across every month.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from PBM to AMS.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Zanderij International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.
Handy information about Zanderij International Airport (PBM)
66.42% of flights that take off from Zanderij International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Central Paramaribo to Zanderij International Airport is approximately 56 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 1 hour 10 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Need a convenient hotel near PBM? If you're boarding an early flight from Zanderij International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Zanderij International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flight. Book one of these accommodation options near AMS instead:
Grab an Amsterdam Airport Schiphol rental car and discover Amsterdam and beyond with your own set of wheels. Green Motion, Keddy By Europcar and Alamo are popular providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol around four weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to central Amsterdam
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is roughly 23 kilometres from the centre of Amsterdam. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
It takes around 1 hour 5 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
The quietest month for a flight from Zanderij International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is January, while June is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Amsterdam based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Amsterdam is August, with the temperature ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Book your flights from Zanderij International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
February sees average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for cheap tickets from PBM to AMS around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Netherlands
Rotterdam is just one of the many cities in Netherlands waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Amsterdam. Around 56 kilometres away to the south-west, well-known attractions include Markthal, Erasmus Bridge and Euromast Tower.
If there's time to check out another great destination in Netherlands, consider The Hague, about 56 kilometres south-west of Amsterdam. Galerie Pulchri, Faizul-Islam Mosque and The Hague Centre for Strategic Studies are key highlights.