Flying from Paramaribo to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know
Planning your getaway starts with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Paramaribo. Zanderij International Airport (PBM) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for booking a flight from Paramaribo to Rio De Janeiro jetting off from here.
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) is where you'll be arriving in Rio De Janeiro.
Paramaribo and Rio De Janeiro follow the same timezone, UTC-3.
To ensure you make it on your Paramaribo to Rio De Janeiro flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Paramaribo to Rio De Janeiro
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap Paramaribo to Rio De Janeiro flight. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest plane tickets from Paramaribo to Rio De Janeiro across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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Flying from Paramaribo
Zanderij International Airport (PBM)
Whether you're eager to visit another city as part of your journey or just have a break, we make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To compare your options departing from Zanderij International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) is a stop you can make on your Paramaribo to Rio De Janeiro flight.
To get to PBM from central Paramaribo, it'll take about 1 hour 10 minutes if you're travelling by car. It's roughly 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Want a stress-free start to your holiday? Stay near Zanderij International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Paramaribo to Rio De Janeiro or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
66.42% of flights departing from Zanderij International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Arriving in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to central Rio De Janeiro takes about 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 13 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 5 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Paramaribo to Rio De Janeiro. Reserve one of these accommodation options near GIG instead:
Follow your own route with a Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and see more of Rio De Janeiro and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport about four weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
After your flight from Paramaribo to Rio De Janeiro has touched down, you can get to the city centre in around 5 minutes by car. Central Rio De Janeiro is approximately 2 kilometres from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU).
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take approximately 15 minutes.
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Santos Dumont Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Avoid potential price surges. Reserving your ride three weeks before your arrival at SDU will help you stay within budget.
Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)
Head toward the city centre after your flight from Paramaribo to Rio De Janeiro has landed. Central Rio De Janeiro is about 23 kilometres from Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) and takes roughly 40 minutes to reach by car.
Public transport can get you there in around 1 hour 25 minutes.
No squeezing into small cabs, no crowded public transport — with a Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport rental car, you're in the driver's seat (literally). Browse the range of cars available here at Localiza.
Booking at least a few weeks in advance of your flight from Paramaribo to Rio De Janeiro is a smart way to go. Along with better deals, you'll get a better selection of vehicle makes and models at RRJ.
Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Paramaribo to Rio De Janeiro. July is the busiest month to travel to Rio De Janeiro. If you want a quieter vibe, go in May.
Lock in a Paramaribo to Rio De Janeiro ticket departing in February if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Rio De Janeiro to range from 22ºC to 33ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Paramaribo to Rio De Janeiro in July if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 17ºC and 27ºC on average.
More about Rio De Janeiro
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Rio De Janeiro right here. Explore these options once you've booked your flight from Paramaribo to Rio De Janeiro:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain and Copacabana Beach are must-visits when exploring Rio De Janeiro.
Explore more of Brazil
You've seen Rio De Janeiro, now it's time to discover more of Brazil. Journey about 354 kilometres west to Sao Paulo to tick off its leading attractions. From Sao Paulo Museum of Art to Ibirapuera Park and Paulista Avenue, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 338 kilometres north of Rio De Janeiro, Belo Horizonte is another favourite stop in Brazil. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.
