Airports Near Paramaribo
The closest airports to Paramaribo, SR: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.
The nearest airport to Paramaribo, SR is Zorg en Hoop Airport (ORG), about 4 mi (7 km) away — roughly 15 min by road. For long-haul flights, the main international gateway is Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport (PBM).
| Code | Airport | Distance | Transfer | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ORG | Zorg en Hoop AirportParamaribo, Suriname | 4 mi / 7 km | 15 min | Regional |
| PBM | Johan Adolf Pengel International AirportZandery, Suriname | 29 mi / 46 km | 55 min | International |
| TOT | Totness AirportTotness, Suriname | 80 mi / 128 km | 1 hr 51 min | Regional |
| ABN | Albina AirportAlbina, Suriname | 81 mi / 130 km | 1 hr 53 min | Regional |
| LDX | Saint-Laurent-du-Maroni AirportSaint-Laurent-du-Maroni, French Guiana | 82 mi / 132 km | 1 hr 54 min | Regional |
| AGI | Wageningen Airport AirportWageningen Airport, Suriname | 101 mi / 163 km | 2 hr 21 min | Regional |
| LDO | Ladouanie AirportAurora, Suriname | 104 mi / 168 km | 2 hr 26 min | Regional |
| BTO | Botopasi AirportBotopasi, Suriname | 116 mi / 186 km | 2 hr 41 min | Regional |
Distances are straight-line; transfer times are road estimates. "Type" flags major/international gateways.
Which airport is best?
For the shortest transfer, Zorg en Hoop Airport (ORG) is the most convenient at about 4 mi out. If you're flying internationally or want the widest choice of routes, Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport (PBM) (29 mi) is the bigger gateway — worth the extra distance for long-haul or cheaper fares.
Getting to and from the airport
Taxis and ride-hailing serve every airport here, and the larger ones usually add a rail, metro or bus link into Paramaribo. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with ORG.
Hotels near the airport
For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near ORG saves a stressful morning transfer.
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Travel tips
Compare the total door-to-door time, not just the airfare — a cheaper flight into a distant airport can cost more once you add the transfer. Check whether your airport has a direct train or metro before defaulting to a taxi, and for international arrivals, confirm any visa or transit rules in advance.
Frequently asked questions
The nearest airport to Paramaribo is Zorg en Hoop Airport (ORG), about 4 mi (7 km) away — roughly 15 min by road.