Main airportBZE, near Ladyville
Domestic airlinesTropic Air, Maya Island Air
BZE–San Pedro15–20 minutes
BZE–PlacenciaAbout 45 minutes
International flights
Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport (BZE) is about 16 km north-west of Belize City, with flights from the United States, Canada and Central America.
Domestic flights
Tropic Air and Maya Island Air fly small planes from BZE and the Belize City Municipal Airport to San Pedro, Caye Caulker, Dangriga, Placencia, Punta Gorda and San Ignacio. Flights are short and scenic; baggage limits are lower than on international flights.
- BZE to San Pedro: 15 to 20 minutes.
- BZE to Placencia: about 45 minutes, sometimes via Dangriga.
Flying from the municipal airport is often cheaper, but flying from BZE saves a taxi ride if you are arriving on an international flight.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main airport in Belize?
Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport (BZE), near Belize City.
Can you fly straight from the international airport to the islands?
Yes. Domestic flights to San Pedro and Caye Caulker leave from BZE throughout the day.