Travelling from Blue Grass Airport (LEX) to Belize City: what you need to know
The timezone in Belize City is UTC-6. The city is two hours behind Lexington, where Blue Grass Airport is located.
Leave enough time to catch your LEX to Belize City flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself a bit more breathing room. A good general rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even tick off a new city. When searching for flight tickets from LEX to Belize City, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
LEX is about 8 kilometres from central Lexington. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near LEX. Whether you're catching an early flight from Blue Grass Airport to Belize City or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels have you covered:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Blue Grass Airport, data shows 77.12% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
The address for LEX is 4000 Terminal Drive, Suite 206.
How to find the cheapest flights from Blue Grass Airport (LEX) to Belize City
Rs70,684 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Blue Grass Airport to Belize City flight. A return flight ticket right now is Rs178,443. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from LEX to Belize City if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Blue Grass Airport to Belize City across every month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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Airports in Belize City
Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport (BZE)
Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport (BZE) is around 14 kilometres from the centre of Belize City. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 20 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Blue Grass Airport to Belize City. Reserve one of these accommodation options near BZE instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Avis, Budget or Alamo and see more of Belize City and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from LEX to Belize City.
Belize City Municipal Airport (TZA)
Central Belize City is about 2 kilometres from Belize City Municipal Airport (TZA). After your flight from Blue Grass Airport to Belize City has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 5 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel close to TZA. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your LEX to Belize City flight:
Best time to go to Belize City
Carefully consider your dates before locking in your flight from Blue Grass Airport to Belize City. The city buzzes in high season, but rates are often higher and attractions can get crowded. Plan your trip to Belize City in the low season if you prefer a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in a Blue Grass Airport to Belize City flight ticket with a departure in September if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 24ºC to 31ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LEX to Belize City in January when temperatures average between 20ºC and 27ºC.
More about Belize City
After booking your flight from Blue Grass Airport to Belize City, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Belize City:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Government House, Museum of Belize and The Belize Sign Monument are major attractions which should be on any good Belize City itinerary.
Explore more of Belize
Punta Gorda is just one of the many places in Belize waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Belize City. Around 161 kilometres away to the south, its best attractions include Punta Gorda Central Park of Heroes, Snake Cayes and Garbutt's Fishing Lodge.
Around 113 kilometres south of Belize City, Placencia is another favourite stop in Belize. No visit is complete without checking out Laughing Bird Caye National Park, Art'n'Soul GALLERY and Manatee Caye.
