Flying from Chicago to Belize City: what you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering where you'll catch your flight from Chicago to Belize City. O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) are the main airports in Chicago.
Come in for landing at Belize City's chief entry point, Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport (BZE).
Jump on a direct Chicago to Belize City flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 4 hours 20 minutes.
Belize City's timezone is UTC-6, making Belize City one hour behind Chicago.
To ensure you get on your Chicago to Belize City flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Belize City
Score cheap Chicago to Belize City flights by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time for landing a bargain.
The best month for scoring cheap plane tickets from Chicago to Belize City is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.
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Flying from Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Jet off from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) on a nonstop flight from Chicago to Belize City. From ORD, you can fly directly to Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport (BZE).
United Airlines is a well-known carrier that offers direct Chicago to Belize City plane tickets from ORD.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your Chicago to Belize City flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from O'Hare International Airport. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
The journey from central Chicago to ORD takes about 55 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 26 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a convenient hotel close to O'Hare International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Chicago to Belize City, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Of all flights leaving O'Hare International Airport, 74.85% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Get more out of your holiday with a stopover on your Chicago to Belize City flight. Visit friends or family or tick a new city off your list. Whatever you choose to do, check out these stops between Chicago Midway International Airport and Belize City:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
You can reach MDW from central Chicago in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport will take roughly 45 minutes to cover the 14 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your flight from Chicago to Belize City? Unwind in a hotel near Chicago Midway International Airport before your trip officially starts. Check out these accommodation options:
78% of flights departing Chicago Midway International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
The address for MDW is 5700 South Cicero.
Arriving in Belize City
Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport (BZE)
Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport (BZE) is approximately 14 kilometres from central Belize City. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 20 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Chicago to Belize City. Reserve one of these accommodation options near BZE instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Avis, Budget or Alamo and explore beyond Belize City's main sights.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport around two weeks before your departure date.
Best time to go to Belize City
December is the most popular month for flights from Chicago to Belize City. To skip the crowds, visit Belize City in May.
When booking your Chicago to Belize City tickets, consider what kind of weather works for you. September is the warmest month in Belize City, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 31ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Chicago to Belize City in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 20ºC and 27ºC on average.
More about Belize City
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Belize City right here. Browse these hotels after locking in your flight from Chicago to Belize City:
Museum of Belize and Government House are just the start of the major attractions to add to your Belize City travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out The Belize Sign Monument.
Explore more of Belize
You've visited Belize City, now it's time to explore other corners of Belize. Journey about 97 kilometres south-west to San Ignacio to tick off its top sights. From Green Iguana Conservation Project to Shawville Community Park and Cahal Pech Museum, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in Belize, head for Orange Walk, roughly 72 kilometres north-west of Belize City. Park, Playground, Football, Basketball, Lamanai and Marcus Canul Community Park are key reasons to visit.