About Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport
Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport is located in Paramaribo District and is a main airport for Paramaribo.
As a major gateway to the wider region, the airport operates as a hub for nearby cities like Lelydorp and Brokopondo.
Here's a rundown of the leading airlines at Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport:
Ready to head on from Paramaribo? Here are some of the destinations you can reach on a direct flight from Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport:
Amsterdam
Georgetown
Panama City
Willemstad
Belem
April, May, and July are the busiest months at Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport. April and May fall within a drier period that draws visitors, while July aligns with mid-year school breaks in the Netherlands and other key source markets, boosting leisure arrivals considerably.
February, March, and August are the quietest months at Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport. February and March sit within a wetter season that tends to moderate visitor demand, while August follows the mid-year holiday peak, when international arrivals from Europe and the region typically ease off.
How to get from Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport to Paramaribo
On average, it takes around 1 hour to get from Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport to Paramaribo by rideshare service or taxi, though traffic can affect journey times.
Shared minibuses, known locally as mini-buses, and taxis are the most common ways to get from Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport into Paramaribo. Taxis are widely available outside the terminal and offer a more direct route to the city centre.
How to get to Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport from Paramaribo
Driving from the centre of Paramaribo to the airport takes around 1 hour.
Taxis and private car rental are the most common ways to get from Paramaribo to Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport, as reliable public transit connections to the airport are limited. Booking a taxi in advance is a popular option, especially given the distance between the city and the airport.
Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport facilities
Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport has a single terminal.
If hunger strikes before your flight, take advantage of the cafes and coffee shops and sit-down restaurants.
You can check out the shops while you wait to board. Explore the duty-free outlets or souvenirs and gifts for anything you forgot to pack.
Want to take the edge off a long travel day? Airport lounges give you somewhere to eat, get some work done, or unwind ahead of your flight. Airport lounges and Business and first class lounges are some of the main types available at Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport.
Car rental options near Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport
If Paramaribo is where your trip begins, consider picking up a car rental at Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport.
Get behind the wheel with Ross Rental Cars, Europcar or Final Homes. They're among the most well-known providers.