Flying from Panama City to Paramaribo: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can take off from in Panama City. Check out your options departing from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) or Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB) when searching for a flight from Panama City to Paramaribo.
Touch down at Zanderij International Airport (PBM), the chief entry point to Paramaribo.
The average time for a direct Panama City to Paramaribo flight is 4 hours 10 minutes.
The timezone in Paramaribo is UTC-3, which is two hours ahead of Panama City.
The busiest route for flights from Panama City to Paramaribo is from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to Zanderij International Airport (PBM). There are three weekly services between these two airports. If you want to set off at the first opportunity, the earliest flight from PTY to PBM is the 09:27 Copa Airlines service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last available departure is at 09:33 with Copa Airlines.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your Panama City to Paramaribo flight.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Panama City to Paramaribo
Book four months before flying. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap Panama City to Paramaribo flights.
July is the best month for picking up an amazing deal on a plane ticket from Panama City to Paramaribo. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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Flying from Panama City
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
You can catch a direct flight from Panama City to Paramaribo taking off from Tocumen International Airport (PTY). Start your journey at PTY and touch down at Zanderij International Airport (PBM).
Secure your Panama City to Paramaribo plane tickets with Copa Airlines. This airline is a top choice for direct flights from PTY.
Whether you'd like to visit a new place along the way or just take a break, we make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To compare your options leaving from Tocumen International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) is a stop you can make during your Panama City to Paramaribo flight.
Travelling from central Panama City to PTY takes about 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from Panama City to Paramaribo? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to Tocumen International Airport:
Tocumen International Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 86.03% of flights that take off from PTY reach their destination on time.
Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB)
Depending on traffic conditions, you can drive to BLB from central Panama City in around 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 11 kilometres away.
You're going on holiday, so why not extend it with an extra night away from home? Consider checking in to one of these accommodation options near Panama Pacifico Airport the day before your flight from Panama City to Paramaribo:
Most flights that leave Panama Pacifico Airport arrive at their destination as expected. It maintains a high on-time performance rate of 87%.
Arriving in Paramaribo
Zanderij International Airport (PBM)
Zanderij International Airport (PBM) to central Paramaribo takes about 1 hour 10 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 40 kilometres away.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Panama City to Paramaribo, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near PBM:
Pick up a Zanderij International Airport rental car and discover Paramaribo and beyond with your own wheels. Ross Rental Cars, Europcar and Final Rentals are top providers you can book with here.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Zanderij International Airport about three weeks in advance of your Panama City to Paramaribo flight.
Best time to go to Paramaribo
July is the most popular month for flights from Panama City to Paramaribo. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Paramaribo in April.
Before locking in your Panama City to Paramaribo tickets, 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 flight from Panama City to Paramaribo in January when temperatures average between 22ºC (72ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
More about Paramaribo
Start your Paramaribo trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Panama City to Paramaribo, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Palmentuin and Independence Square (Onafhankelijksplein) are just the start of the top-rated attractions to add to your Paramaribo itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Waterkant (Riverside Boulevard).
Explore more of Suriname
You've visited Paramaribo, now it's time to explore other corners of Suriname. Journey around 193 kilometres west to Nieuw Nickerie to tick off its top sights. From SHRI VISHNU MANDIR to Nieuw Nickerie and Huttopia, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 97 kilometres east of Paramaribo, Moengo is another favourite stop in Suriname. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Koningin Wilhelmina Park West, Contemporary Art Museum Moengo (CAMM) and Tembe Art studio.
