Flying from Mexico City to Belize City: what you need to know
Mexico City is home to two main airports where you can start your adventure. Explore your options for booking a flight from Mexico City to Belize City flying out of Mexico City Juarez International Airport (MEX) or Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU).
Touch down at Belize City's chief entry point, Belize City Philip S.W.Goldson Int Airport (BZE).
Mexico City and Belize City follow the same timezone, UTC-6.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably board your Mexico City to Belize City flight.
During popular months such as June, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to Belize City
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap Mexico City to Belize City flights if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
Getting cheap plane tickets from Mexico City to Belize City is easy if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices throughout the month and score a fantastic deal.
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Flying from Mexico City
Mexico City Juarez International Airport (MEX)
We make it a cinch to find a Mexico City to Belize City flight with a stopover. To see your options leaving from Mexico City Juarez International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
MEX is around 6 kilometres from central Mexico City. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 40 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near Mexico City Juarez International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Mexico City to Belize City or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
84% of flights leaving Mexico City Juarez International Airport land at their destination as planned. Given its dependable on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when jetting out of MEX.
Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU)
Think about adding a stop at Cancun Airport (CUN). It's a major stopover on a Mexico City to Belize City flight out of Felipe Angeles International Airport. Use a longer layover to explore nearby, or take advantage of a short break to grab a coffee at an airport cafe.
You can get to NLU from central Mexico City in about 55 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride by public transport will take roughly 2 hours to cover the 40 kilometres or so.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Mexico City to Belize City, kick back in one of these hotels near Felipe Angeles International Airport:
Felipe Angeles International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 76%. This figure reflects how frequently flights that leave from this airport land on schedule.
Arriving in Belize City
Belize City Philip S.W.Goldson Int Airport (BZE)
Belize City Philip S.W.Goldson Int Airport (BZE) to central Belize City takes around 25 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometres away.
It typically takes 30 minutes to get there on public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Mexico City to Belize City. Stay at one of these accommodation options near BZE instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Belize City Philip S.W.Goldson Int Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Avis, Budget or Alamo and see more of Belize City and beyond.
For the best deal, book your ride from Belize City Philip S.W.Goldson Int Airport around two weeks in advance of your Mexico City to Belize City flight.
Belize City Municipal Airport (TZA)
Belize City Municipal Airport (TZA) is about 3 kilometres from the centre of Belize City. Once you've hopped off your flight from Mexico City to Belize City, it'll take you approximately 5 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
If you hop on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 10 minutes or so.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel near TZA. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from Mexico City to Belize City:
Best time to go to Belize City
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Mexico City to Belize City. April is the busiest month to visit Belize City. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in March.
Book a Mexico City to Belize City ticket departing in September if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Belize City to range from 24ºC to 31ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 20ºC and 27ºC. Look for cheap flights from Mexico City to Belize City around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Belize City
After booking your flight from Mexico City to Belize City, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Belize City:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Museum of Belize, St John Anglican Cathedral and Baron Bliss Lighthouse are top sights which should be on every Belize City itinerary.
Explore more of Belize
You've seen Belize City, now it's time to explore other corners of Belize. Travel around 105 kilometres west to San Ignacio to tick off its leading attractions. From Cahal Pech Archaeological Reserve to Cahal Pech Mayan Ruin and Cahal Pech Archaeological Reserve Museum and Ticket Booth, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Make your way 72 kilometres northwest from Belize City and you'll reach Orange Walk, another notable stop in Belize. Be sure to check out Banquitas House Of Culture (NICH) and Black water park.