Travelling from Sao Paulo to Paramaribo: what you need to know
Begin planning your holiday by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Sao Paulo to Paramaribo. Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) and Viracopos Airport (VCP) are the main airports in Sao Paulo.
Hop off the plane at Paramaribo's chief entry point, Zanderij International Airport (PBM).
Sao Paulo and Paramaribo are in the UTC-3 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
To ensure you don't miss your Sao Paulo to Paramaribo flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a popular month such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to Paramaribo
To find cheap Sao Paulo to Paramaribo flights, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
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Flying from Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Stopovers offer the perfect opportunity to discover a new city or just have a break during your trip. When booking your Sao Paulo to Paramaribo flight, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to explore all potential stops. Tocumen International Airport (PTY) is an option if you're setting off from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport.
GRU is about 21 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Sao Paulo to Paramaribo? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport:
75.54% of flights that depart Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
You can get to VCP from the centre of Sao Paulo in about 1 hour 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport will take roughly 3 hours 25 minutes to cover the 80 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your flight from Sao Paulo to Paramaribo? Kick back in a hotel near Viracopos Airport before your adventure officially begins. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
Viracopos Airport has an on-time performance of 75.02%. This figure shows how frequently flights that take off from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Arriving in Paramaribo
Zanderij International Airport (PBM)
The distance from Zanderij International Airport (PBM) to central Paramaribo is roughly 40 kilometres. It'll take you about 1 hour 10 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Sao Paulo to Paramaribo, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near PBM:
Grab 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.
Reserving your vehicle from Zanderij International Airport about three weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Best time to go to Paramaribo
July is the busiest month for flights from Sao Paulo to Paramaribo. To skip the crowds, head to Paramaribo in April.
When booking your Sao Paulo to Paramaribo tickets, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. September is the warmest month in Paramaribo, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
Search for cheap flights from Sao Paulo to Paramaribo in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) on average.
More about Paramaribo
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Paramaribo right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from Sao Paulo to Paramaribo:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Palmentuin, Independence Square (Onafhankelijksplein) and Waterkant (Riverside Boulevard) are top sights which should feature on every Paramaribo itinerary.
Explore more of Suriname
Nieuw Nickerie is just one of the many cities in Suriname waiting to be explored after you've seen Paramaribo. Around 193 kilometres to the west, popular attractions include SHRI VISHNU MANDIR, Nieuw Nickerie and Huttopia.
Around 97 kilometres east of Paramaribo, Moengo is another favourite stop in Suriname. No visit is complete without checking out Koningin Wilhelmina Park West, Contemporary Art Museum Moengo (CAMM) and Tembe Art studio.
