Flying from El Salvador International Airport (SAL) to Belize City: what you need to know
Belize City and San Salvador (where El Salvador International Airport is located) are in the UTC-6 timezone. This means there's no time difference to consider.
Leave plenty of time to catch your SAL to Belize City flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're flying during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper flight ticket from SAL to Belize City. All you need to do is deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Give yourself a breather (and maybe even a better deal) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
La Aurora International Airport (GUA)
SAL is around 32 kilometres from central San Salvador. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to arrive, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from El Salvador International Airport to Belize City? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near SAL:
84.27% of flights leaving El Salvador International Airport reach their destination as planned. Given its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when jetting out of SAL.
How to find the cheapest flights from El Salvador International Airport (SAL) to Belize City
$320 is currently the lowest price for a one-way El Salvador International Airport to Belize City flight. A return flight ticket starts at $672. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from SAL to Belize City if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
Landing cheap tickets from El Salvador International Airport to Belize City is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to get the best prices across the month and bag an incredible deal.
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Airports in Belize City
Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport (BZE)
The distance from Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport (BZE) to central Belize City is roughly 14 kilometres. It'll take you about 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from El Salvador International Airport to Belize City. Reserve one of these accommodation options near BZE instead:
Grab a Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport rental car and explore Belize City and beyond with your own set of wheels. Avis, Budget and Alamo are popular outlets to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport around two weeks before your flight from SAL to Belize City can help you get the lowest rate.
Belize City Municipal Airport (TZA)
The centre of Belize City is about 2 kilometres from Belize City Municipal Airport (TZA). After your flight from El Salvador International Airport to Belize City has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 5 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to TZA. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your SAL to Belize City flight:
Best time to go to Belize City
Plan your trip to Belize City during the high season if you want a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book your flights from El Salvador International Airport to Belize City during low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
When booking your El Salvador International Airport to Belize City flight ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. September is the warmest month in Belize City, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 31ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from SAL to Belize City in January if you'd rather travel during 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 best stays in Belize City right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from El Salvador International Airport to Belize City:
Government House and Museum of Belize are just the start of the big attractions to add to your Belize City travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at The Belize Sign Monument.
Explore more of Belize
Punta Gorda is just one of the many places in Belize waiting to be discovered once you've seen Belize City. Around 161 kilometres away to the south, top sights here include Punta Gorda Central Park of Heroes, Snake Cayes and Garbutt's Fishing Lodge.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in Belize, consider Placencia, roughly 113 kilometres south of Belize City. Laughing Bird Caye National Park, Art'n'Soul GALLERY and Manatee Caye are the start of reasons to visit.
