Travelling from Washington DC to Belize City: what you need to know
When searching for your flight from Washington DC to Belize City, there's a good selection of airports you can start your trip from. Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) and Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI) are some of Washington DC's main options.
Touch down at Belize City's chief entry point, Belize City Philip S.W.Goldson Int Airport (BZE).
The average time for a direct Washington DC to Belize City flight is 4 hours.
The timezone in Belize City is UTC-6, which is one hour behind Washington DC.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your Washington DC to Belize City flight.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Belize City
To find cheap Washington DC to Belize City flights, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
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Flying from Washington DC
Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save money on your Washington DC to Belize City flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL)
Charlotte Douglas Airport (CLT)
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH)
Travelling from central Washington DC to DCA takes around 25 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Washington DC to Belize City, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Of the flights that depart from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport, 71% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
You'll find DCA at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles Airport (IAD)
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your Washington DC to Belize City flight. Visit friends or family or cross another city off your list. Whatever you want to do, check out these options between Washington Dulles Airport and Belize City:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL)
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH)
New York Newark Airport (EWR)
With public transport, you can travel from central Washington DC to IAD in around 1 hour 10 minutes. The terminal is roughly 32 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 45 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Washington DC to Belize City, take it easy in one of these hotels close to Washington Dulles Airport:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Washington Dulles Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 77%.
The address for IAD is 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
You can board a direct flight from Washington DC to Belize City setting out from Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI). Book a ticket from BWI and travel nonstop to Belize City Philip S.W.Goldson Int Airport (BZE).
Take off from BWI with Southwest Airlines. This leading carrier offers direct Washington DC to Belize City plane tickets.
Reserve a ticket from Washington DC to Belize City departing from Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI) with one or more stops. Popular stopovers between BWI and Belize City are:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL)
Charlotte Douglas Airport (CLT)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
BWI is around 40 kilometres from central Washington DC. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 40 minutes. If you're planning to take public transport, expect a journey of around 50 minutes.
Make catching an early Washington DC to Belize City flight the easiest part of your journey. Stay at one of these hotels near Baltimore Washington International Airport and get to your departure gate with plenty of time to spare:
Flights that depart from BWI land at their destination within the scheduled time frame 77% of the time.
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 roughly 14 kilometres. It takes about 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Washington DC to Belize City. Stay at one of these accommodation options near BZE instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Belize City Philip S.W.Goldson Int Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Avis, Budget or Alamo to explore Belize City and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Belize City Philip S.W.Goldson Int Airport about two weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Belize City Municipal Airport (TZA)
The centre of Belize City is located around 3 kilometres from Belize City Municipal Airport (TZA). After your flight from Washington DC to Belize City has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 5 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 10 minutes or so.
There are some great places to lay your head close to TZA. Unwind after your Washington DC to Belize City flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Belize City
March is the quietest month for flights from Washington DC to Belize City, while April is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Belize City based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Book a Washington DC to Belize City ticket departing in September if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Belize City to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Search for cheap flights from Washington DC to Belize City around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Belize City
Once you've booked your flight from Washington DC to Belize City, decide where you'll be dropping your bags. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Belize City:
Museum of Belize and St John Anglican Cathedral are just two of the major attractions to put on your Belize City itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Baron Bliss Lighthouse.
Explore more of Belize
Belize City has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Belize just waiting to be discovered. About 105 kilometres west of Belize City, a visit to San Ignacio will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Cahal Pech Archaeological Reserve, Cahal Pech Mayan Ruin and Cahal Pech Archaeological Reserve Museum and Ticket Booth.
Make your way 72 kilometres northwest from Belize City and you'll reach Orange Walk, another favourite stop in Belize. Be sure to check out Banquitas House Of Culture (NICH) and Black water park.