Flights to Belize City

Belize is ideally located near three U.S. gateway cities: Houston, Miami and New Orleans. Flights to Belize City depart from these cities frequently, with the average plane ride taking about 2 hours. You can also catch a flight to Belize City from Los Angeles, New York, Washington, D.C., Dallas and a few other cities, although your flight times may be more limited. Here's more details on Belize travel planning.

Air Carriers With Flights to Belize City

Numerous airlines zip into and out of Belize City on a daily basis. The major U.S. airlines that have frequent flights to Belize City include American Airlines, Continental, Delta and U.S. Air. Grupo Taca, an El Salvadorian airline, is another option for individuals wishing to fly to Belize City from Houston or Miami.

Belize Flights Land at Philip Goldson International Airport

Travelers from the United States and abroad will fly into Belize City at Philip Goldson International Airport. Located in Ladyville, a quick 10-mile bus ride will have you situated in the heart of Belize City. Taxis and car rentals are also available. Be aware that taxi rides are not metered, so you'll want to negotiate a price before leaving the airport to begin your Belize vacation. Connecting flights can also take you to your final destination in Belize, including Placencia, Ambergris Caye, Caye Caulker, Corozal, Punta Gorda and Dangriga.

Consider Flights to Cancun Instead of Belize City

Many travelers bound for Belize choose to fly into nearby Cancun. Flights to Belize City tend to be a little pricier than those found in this Mexican town, so if you are on a budget, this might be a good option for you. ADO air-conditioned buses can take you directly from the Cancun airport to the border town of Chetumal. From here, simply board a bus bound for Belize to reach your final destination.