Travelling from New York to Belize City: what you need to know
You can choose from multiple airports when organising your flight from New York to Belize City. Explore your options for leaving New York from New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK), New York Newark Airport (EWR) and New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA).
Touch down at Belize City Philip S.W.Goldson Int Airport (BZE), the chief entry point to Belize City.
Around 4 hours 50 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct New York to Belize City flight.
Belize City is one hour behind New York and observes the UTC-6 timezone.
For a relaxed travel experience, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your New York to Belize City flight.
Flying over a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Belize City
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Flying from New York
New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK)
You can catch a direct flight from New York to Belize City departing from New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK). Begin your journey at JFK and arrive at Belize City Philip S.W.Goldson Int Airport (BZE).
JetBlue Airways is a popular carrier that offers direct New York to Belize City plane tickets from JFK.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and perhaps even tour another city. When searching for New York to Belize City flights leaving from New York John F. Kennedy Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Charlotte Douglas Airport (CLT)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Cancun Airport (CUN)
Travelling from central New York to JFK takes about 50 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 21 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near New York John F. Kennedy Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from New York to Belize City or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
73% of flights that depart New York John F. Kennedy Airport arrive at their destination on time.
JFK's address is JFK Airport.
New York Newark Airport (EWR)
You can book a direct flight from New York to Belize City out of New York Newark Airport (EWR). Nonstop services from EWR will take you to Belize City Philip S.W.Goldson Int Airport (BZE).
Book your direct New York to Belize City plane ticket with United Airlines. This is one of the leading airlines that operates this route out of EWR.
Split up your New York to Belize City flight with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross another place off your list. Some popular stopovers between New York Newark Airport and Belize City include:
Charlotte Douglas Airport (CLT)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Cancun Airport (CUN)
On public transport, you can travel from central New York to EWR in around 1 hour. The airport is roughly 14 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 35 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not spend another night away? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near New York Newark Airport the day before your flight from New York to Belize City:
71% of flights out of New York Newark Airport arrive according to schedule.
EWR is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.
New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
You can book a ticket from New York to Belize City with a stop or two out of New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA). Here are some of the most common stopovers between LGA and Belize City:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL)
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
LGA is around 13 kilometres from central New York. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 30 minutes. If you're planning to take public transport, expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
Make catching an early New York to Belize City flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Book a room at one of these accommodation options near New York LaGuardia Airport and get to your gate feeling relaxed and unhurried:
The on-time performance record of LGA is 69%. In simpler terms, that's how often flights from this airport arrive at their final stop as planned.
New York LaGuardia Airport is located at Hangar 7 Centre.
Arriving in Belize City
Belize City Philip S.W.Goldson Int Airport (BZE)
The distance from Belize City Philip S.W.Goldson Int Airport (BZE) to central Belize City is approximately 14 kilometres. It'll take you about 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 30 minutes to get there on public transport.
Consider booking a hotel close to BZE if you're coming in on a late flight from New York to Belize City. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Go where the road takes you with a Belize City Philip S.W.Goldson Int Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Avis, Budget or Alamo and discover more of Belize City and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Belize City Philip S.W.Goldson Int Airport around two weeks ahead of your departure.
Belize City Municipal Airport (TZA)
Central Belize City is around 3 kilometres from Belize City Municipal Airport (TZA). As soon as your flight from New York to Belize City has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 5 minutes.
The journey will take approximately 10 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from New York to Belize City, rest your head at a hotel close to TZA. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Belize City
April is the most popular month for flights from New York to Belize City. To avoid the crowds, visit Belize City in March.
Before locking in your New York to Belize City tickets, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. September is the warmest month in Belize City, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 31ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 20ºC and 27ºC. Look for cheap flights from New York to Belize City around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Belize City
Start your Belize City trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from New York to Belize City, check out our range of hotels including:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Museum of Belize, St John Anglican Cathedral and Baron Bliss Lighthouse are must-do's during your Belize City adventure.
Explore more of Belize
San Ignacio is just one of the many cities in Belize waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Belize City. Around 105 kilometres to the west, popular attractions include Cahal Pech Archaeological Reserve, Cahal Pech Mayan Ruin and Cahal Pech Archaeological Reserve Museum and Ticket Booth.
Set out 72 kilometres northwest from Belize City and you'll be in Orange Walk, another favourite stop in Belize. Be sure to check out Banquitas House Of Culture (NICH) and Black water park.