Travelling from Istanbul to Paramaribo: what you need to know
There are two main airports you can take off from in Istanbul. Check out your options leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) when planning your flight from Istanbul to Paramaribo.
Come in for landing at Zanderij International Airport (PBM), the major arrival point in Paramaribo.
Paramaribo is six hours behind Istanbul and follows the UTC-3 timezone.
Allow plenty of time to get on your Istanbul to Paramaribo flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea 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 a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Paramaribo
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Flying from Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to visit a new place or just have a break during your journey. When searching for an Istanbul to Paramaribo flight, deselect 'Direct flights only' to browse all potential stops. Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) is an option if you're leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport.
IST is about 32 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 45 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Istanbul Ataturk Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Istanbul to Paramaribo, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Break up your Istanbul to Paramaribo flight with a stop at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS). A main stopover between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and Paramaribo, it's a good opportunity to unwind before the next leg of your journey.
Using public transport, you can travel from central Istanbul to SAW in around 1 hour 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 31 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 55 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not extend it with another night away? Think about kicking back in one of these hotels near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport the day before your flight from Istanbul to Paramaribo:
77% of flights departing Sabiha Gokcen International Airport arrive according to schedule.
Arriving in Paramaribo
Zanderij International Airport (PBM)
Zanderij International Airport (PBM) to central Paramaribo takes around 1 hour 10 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 40 kilometres away.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Istanbul to Paramaribo. Stay at one of these accommodation options near PBM instead:
Explore without limits with a Zanderij International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Ross Rental Cars, Europcar or Final Rentals and find adventure across Paramaribo and beyond.
Booking your ride from Zanderij International Airport around three weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Best time to go to Paramaribo
July is the busiest month for flights from Istanbul to Paramaribo. To escape the crowds, go to Paramaribo in April.
Before locking in your Istanbul 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 to 34ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Istanbul to Paramaribo in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC and 30ºC on average.
More about Paramaribo
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Paramaribo right here. Check out these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Paramaribo:
Palmentuin and Independence Square (Onafhankelijksplein) are just a couple of the popular attractions to put on your Paramaribo to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Waterkant (Riverside Boulevard).
Explore more of Suriname
Nieuw Nickerie is just one of the many cities in Suriname waiting to be discovered once you've seen Paramaribo. Around 193 kilometres to the west, check out popular attractions including SHRI VISHNU MANDIR, Nieuw Nickerie and Huttopia.
Moengo is another well-known destination in Suriname and is around 97 kilometres east of Paramaribo. No trip is complete without dropping by Koningin Wilhelmina Park West, Contemporary Art Museum Moengo (CAMM) and Tembe Art studio.
