Flights to Belize: What to Know Before You Book
Where you land is just the beginning.
There’s a point in every traveler’s journey where the dream of Belize turns into a browser tab. You type in: flights to Belize.
And what you get is a mess of prices, codes, times, and ads — but not much human insight.
This post is for those who want more than a booking link. It’s for those wondering what actually happens when you land. When to arrive. Where you’ll be. What matters.
Walk with me. I’ll show you my Belize — starting from the sky.
🌎 Belize Is Closer Than You Think
Belize is in Central America, just below Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula. But travel-wise? We’re closer than most imagine.
- Houston to Belize: 2 hrs
- Miami to Belize: 2 hrs
- Atlanta to Belize: 3 hrs
- LAX to Belize: ~5 hrs nonstop (when available)
You don’t need a long-haul journey to feel far from the ordinary.
🛬 PGIA: Belize’s International Airport (Code: BZE)
You’ll land at Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport, about 10 miles outside Belize City. Locals just call it “the airport.”
📍 Airport Code: BZE
🗺️ Location: Ladyville, Belize District
Here’s what to expect:
- You descend over green jungle and winding rivers.
- The plane lands. There’s no jet bridge — you walk down portable stairs straight onto the tarmac.
- The heat hits. Then the breeze. Then the sound of birds.
☔️ If it’s raining, you may get wet during boarding or arrival. There’s no covered walkway or shaded connection. Umbrellas are sometimes handed out, but they’re limited — and the rain often comes sideways.
💡 Tip: Keep a compact rain jacket or small umbrella in your carry-on. It also helps to wear slip-off shoes, especially in rainy season.
This is part of the Belize welcome. It’s not always perfect, but it’s always real.
✈️ Which Airlines Fly to Belize?
As of 2025, these airlines offer nonstop or seasonal service to Belize:
- American Airlines – via Miami, Dallas, Charlotte
- United Airlines – via Houston, Newark, Denver
- Delta Airlines – via Atlanta
- JetBlue – via JFK (seasonal)
- Alaska Airlines – via LAX (seasonal)
- Air Canada – from Toronto (Nov–Apr)
- TAG Airlines – from Guatemala City, Honduras
- WestJet – from Calgary (seasonal)
- Frontier Airlines – from Denver (seasonal)
- Sun Country Airlines – from Minneapolis (seasonal)
- Southwest Airlines – service varies by year
➡️ Many routes are seasonal, especially from Canada and the Midwest.
🗺️ Cities with Nonstop Flights to Belize (2025)
| City | Airline(s) | Avg. Flight Time |
|---|---|---|
| Miami (MIA) | American | 2 hrs |
| Houston (IAH) | United | 2 hrs |
| Dallas (DFW) | American | 3 hrs |
| Atlanta (ATL) | Delta | 3 hrs |
| Newark (EWR) | United | 4 hrs |
| Los Angeles (LAX) | Alaska, Delta (seasonal) | 5 hrs |
| Charlotte (CLT) | American | 3.5 hrs |
| Denver (DEN) | United, Frontier (seasonal) | 4.5 hrs |
| Minneapolis (MSP) | Sun Country (seasonal) | 5 hrs |
| Calgary (YYC) | WestJet (seasonal) | 5.5 hrs |
| Toronto (YYZ) | Air Canada (seasonal) | 5 hrs |
💵 Average Flight Prices (Round-Trip)
| Departure City | Off-Season | Peak Season |
|---|---|---|
| Miami | $350–$450 | $600+ |
| New York | $450–$600 | $800+ |
| L.A. | $500–$650 | $950+ |
| Toronto | $400–$600 | $700+ |
✈️ Roughly 99 nonstop flights arrive from the U.S. each week.
➡️ Miami leads the way, with up to 28/week during peak season.
💰 What Do Flights to Belize Cost?
- U.S. round-trip average: ~US $430
- Lowest fares: ~US $260–300 (especially from Houston or Miami)
- Best time to book: 2–4 months in advance
- Cheapest months to fly: August, late May, early September
- Most expensive: Christmas, Spring Break, and Easter
💡 Tuesday and Wednesday evening flights are usually the cheapest
Example:
- Tuesday night fare: ~US $398
- Friday morning fare: ~US $603
Tools like Google Flights, Hopper, and Skyscanner can track trends — or I’ll guide you through what works best for your trip.
🧭 Arrival Tips from a Belizean Guide
Here’s what most sites won’t tell you:
- 🕒 Try to land before 3pm — you’ll avoid driving in the dark or rushing your transfer.
- 🚐 A good hotel or guide will track your flight live. I do it for every pickup.
- 🌦️ Delays happen, especially in rainy season. But once you land, the rhythm changes. Belize slows you down — and that’s the point.
🛎️ Arrival tip→
🌍 How to Get to Belize from Canada, Europe, or South America
If you’re not flying from the U.S., here’s how most travelers connect:
- 🇨🇦 Canada:
* Air Canada (Toronto) and WestJet (Calgary) offer seasonal directs
* Otherwise connect via Houston, Miami, or Atlanta - 🇬🇧 UK / Europe:
* No direct flights
* Best routes: London → Miami → Belize or London → Houston → Belize
Some travelers connect through Cancun, then continue overland or by short flight - 🌎 South & Central America:
* Copa Airlines via Panama
* Avianca via El Salvador
* TAG Airlines via Guatemala
💡 For long-haul flyers: consider one night near the airport, especially if arriving late or continuing inland the next morning.
✈️ A Hidden Route: Fly to Flores, Visit Tikal, Then Enter Belize
Some travelers skip Belize entirely on the first leg — and that’s okay.
You can fly into Flores, Petén (Guatemala) via Guatemala City, spend time at Tikal, then cross into Belize overland. It’s a common path for:
- Budget backpackers
- Cultural travelers
- Those looping through Guatemala + Belize in one trip
This route drops you near San Ignacio, making it easy to continue into inland Belize or toward the Cayes.
🛩️ Domestic Flights Inside Belize
| Airline | Destinations | Avg. Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Tropic Air | San Pedro, Placencia, Dangriga, Caye Caulker | $90–$150 one-way |
| Maya Island Air | Same as above | Similar pricing |
🛬 Flights run every hour to San Pedro during the day, and the views over the reef are unforgettable.
🔗 Need a transfer from the airport to San Ignacio? Book private transportation with me →
🙋♂️ FAQs About Flying to Belize
- From Miami: 2 hrs
- From New York: ~4.5 hrs
- From L.A.: ~5 hrs
- Ideally 2–3 months ahead for high season (Dec–April).
- Off-season (June–Oct) offers better deals closer to travel.
Yes! Either by domestic flight (15–30 mins) or water taxi from Belize City.
All international travelers arrive at Philip Goldson International Airport (BZE) near Belize City.
🔗 Want more info on the airport? [Read: Belize Airport Guide → Coming Soon]
🔖 Final Word from Alvin
Flying into Belize is easier than many people think—and once you land, the real adventure begins. I help guests every week with flight questions, transfer coordination, and tips to make the journey smooth.
🧭 Want a personal airport pickup? Or advice on getting from BZE to your hotel or next flight?
