Flying from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport (PBM): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 9 hours 25 minutes.
Paramaribo's timezone is UTC-3, which makes Paramaribo four hours behind Amsterdam.
Each week, there are ten Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport flights. If you want to be on board early, go for the 08:40 KLM flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure is at 10:20 with Surinam Airways.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to catch your AMS to PBM flight.
During popular months such as September, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
KLM has direct flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Paramaribo — and maybe even more of Suriname if your schedule allows.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is KLM.
The most punctual carrier operating AMS to PBM flights is KLM. Its services land as scheduled 68.85% of the time.
Handy information about Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
75% of flights that leave from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Central Amsterdam to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 20 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to AMS? If you've booked an early flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport (PBM)
If you have a late Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these options near PBM:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Ross Rental Cars, Europcar or Final Rentals and discover more of Paramaribo and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport about three weeks before you set off.
When to fly to Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport (PBM)
The quietest month for a flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport is March, while May is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Paramaribo based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Paramaribo is October, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC and 35ºC. Lock in your flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from AMS to PBM in January. Temperatures average between 22ºC and 30ºC then.

