Flying from Toronto to Paramaribo: what you need to know
Organising your flight from Toronto to Paramaribo begins with finding the right airport to start your trip. Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) and Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) are the main terminals in Toronto.
Disembark at Zanderij International Airport (PBM), the major arrival point in Paramaribo.
Paramaribo's timezone is UTC-3, which makes Paramaribo one hour ahead of Toronto.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably board your Toronto to Paramaribo flight.
Travelling during a popular month like August? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Paramaribo
To pick up cheap Toronto to Paramaribo flights, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
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Flying from Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
YYZ is around 19 kilometres from central Toronto. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 50 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your holiday? Stay near Pearson International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Toronto to Paramaribo or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
63.97% of flights taking off from Pearson International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
You can get to YTZ from the centre of Toronto in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride by public transport takes roughly 40 minutes to cover the 3 kilometres or so.
You're off on holiday, so why not extend it with another night away? Consider checking in to one of these hotels near Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport the day before your flight from Toronto to Paramaribo:
62% of flights taking off from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
The journey to YKF from central Toronto is around 4 hours 5 minutes on public transport. If you're planning to travel by car, it'll take you about 1 hour 15 minutes to cover the 80 kilometres or so.
Make departure day worry-free — stay near Region of Waterloo International Airport and know you'll get to the terminal with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Toronto to Paramaribo flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights touch down without delays. At YKF, that rate is 63.64%.
Arriving in Paramaribo
Zanderij International Airport (PBM)
The distance from Zanderij International Airport (PBM) to central Paramaribo is roughly 40 kilometres. It'll take you about 1 hour 10 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you have a late flight from Toronto to Paramaribo, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near PBM:
Follow your own route with a Zanderij International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Ross Rental Cars, Europcar or Final Rentals and see more of Paramaribo and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Zanderij International Airport around three weeks in advance of your trip.
Best time to go to Paramaribo
April is the quietest month for flights from Toronto to Paramaribo, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Paramaribo based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
When booking your Toronto to Paramaribo tickets, think about the kind of weather you prefer. September is the warmest month in Paramaribo, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 34ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 22ºC and 30ºC. Search for cheap flights from Toronto to Paramaribo around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Paramaribo
Start your Paramaribo trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Toronto to Paramaribo, check out our selection of hotels including:
Palmentuin and Independence Square (Onafhankelijksplein) are just the start of the top attractions to put on your Paramaribo itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Waterkant (Riverside Boulevard).
Explore more of Suriname
Nieuw Nickerie is just one of the many places in Suriname waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Paramaribo. Around 193 kilometres to the west, its top attractions include SHRI VISHNU MANDIR, Nieuw Nickerie and Huttopia.
Around 97 kilometres east of Paramaribo, Moengo is another essential stop in Suriname. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Koningin Wilhelmina Park West, Contemporary Art Museum Moengo (CAMM) and Tembe Art studio.