Flying from New York to Paramaribo: what you need to know
Organizing your flight from New York to Paramaribo begins with finding the right airport to start your journey. John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are the main terminals in New York.
Zanderij International Airport (PBM) is where your flight will arrive in Paramaribo.
Paramaribo is one hour ahead of New York and is in the UTC-3 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to get on your New York to Paramaribo flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Hopping on a plane during a peak month like July? Busy periods (like Thanksgiving, Christmas and spring break) can easily add an hour at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Paramaribo
To find cheap New York to Paramaribo flights, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.
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Flying from New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Whether you want to discover a new place along the way or just have a break, we make it easy to find a flight with a stopover. To compare your options taking off from John F. Kennedy International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Tocumen International Airport (PTY) is a stop you can make during your New York to Paramaribo flight.
JFK is around 12 miles from central New York. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 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 20 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your travels? Stay near John F. Kennedy International Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from New York to Paramaribo or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
When it comes to John F. Kennedy International Airport's on-time performance, 74.1% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
JFK is located at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Break up your New York to Paramaribo flight with a stop at Tocumen International Airport (PTY). A main stopover between Newark Liberty International Airport and Paramaribo, it's a great opportunity to enjoy some downtime before continuing your journey.
EWR is around 9 miles from central New York. It takes 30 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city center. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Get a head start on your vacation with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from New York to Paramaribo, unwind in one of these hotels near Newark Liberty International Airport:
73.3% of flights taking off from Newark Liberty International Airport meet their expected arrival time.
EWR is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
From the center of New York, LGA is around 8 miles away. It'll take you roughly 25 minutes to get to the airport by car and 1 hour or so on public transport.
Wake up, take it easy and still make your New York to Paramaribo flight with time to spare. These accommodation options near LaGuardia Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're flying out early:
LGA has a solid on-time arrivals performance of 80.0%, so you can rely on your flight to stay on track and touch down as expected.
You'll find LaGuardia Airport at Hangar 7 Center.
Arriving in Paramaribo
Zanderij International Airport (PBM)
Zanderij International Airport (PBM) is approximately 25 miles from central Paramaribo. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Reserve a hotel close to PBM if you have a late flight from New York to Paramaribo. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with a Zanderij International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Ross Rental Cars, Europcar or Final Rentals and see more of Paramaribo and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Zanderij International Airport about three weeks in advance of your New York to Paramaribo flight.
Best time to go to Paramaribo
April is the quietest month for flights from New York to Paramaribo, while July is the most popular. Work out the best time to go to Paramaribo based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Paramaribo is September, with temperatures ranging between 73ºF and 93ºF. Book your New York to Paramaribo ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between 72ºF and 86ºF. Look for cheap flights from New York to Paramaribo around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Paramaribo
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Paramaribo right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from New York to Paramaribo:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Palmentuin, Independence Square (Onafhankelijksplein) and Waterkant (Riverside Boulevard) are leading attractions which should feature on every Paramaribo itinerary.
Explore more of Suriname
Nieuw Nickerie is just one of the many places in Suriname waiting to be discovered once you've seen Paramaribo. Around 120 miles to the west, popular attractions include SHRI VISHNU MANDIR, Nieuw Nickerie and Huttopia.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in Suriname, head for Moengo, about 60 miles east of Paramaribo. Koningin Wilhelmina Park West, Contemporary Art Museum Moengo (CAMM) and Tembe Art studio are among its highlights.