Belize Gold Standard Transportation

Updated for 2024

  1. Belize Airport
  2. Transportation

International Airport Arrival:

For all international air travelers entering Belize, the port of entry is at the Philip Goldson International Airport (PGIA/BZE), located a few miles outside of Belize City in the village of Ladyville. 

From the airport to your final destination, you will need local transportation. There are several options:
  1. If you are traveling to the islands, you can take a domestic flight or water taxi.
  2. If taking a domestic flight, book a time about 1 hour after your arrival. If arriving on a Saturday, book 2 hours. 
  3. Flights are available to San Pedro, Caye Caulker, Placencia, and Dangriga.
  4. If you are taking the water taxi, you will need ground transportation to the water taxi terminal about 30 minutes away. The last boat leaves at 5:30pm
  5. If you are going to a mainland destination, you can fly or take a shared or private shuttle from the airport. Airport taxi is more expensive for most destinations beyond Belize City. Pre-Book a shuttle. 
  6. If you have getting a rental, you will pick up your rental in the rental services building directly across from the arrival hall.

We offer convenient door to door transportation packages to get you from the airport to your final destination anywhere in Belize. We take care of all the logistics and provide online support if you encounter any issues such as flight delays, etc.

Water Taxi

Book your water taxi tickets to San Pedro or Caye Caulker with San Pedro Belize Express. Ground transfers available from the airport to the water taxi terminal.

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Includes Airport Transfer
Book your transportation from Belize International Airport to San Pedro - aka La Isla Bonita 👣 !  Safe and comfortable airport shuttle. Travel with the most trusted water taxi company ... morein Belize, San Pedro Belize Express!

What's included in this reservation?

Roundtrip Shared shuttle service to OR from Belize International Airport to OR from SPBE Water Taxi Terminal in Belize City 

Roundtrip SPBE Water Taxi Tickets to OR from San Pedro Town, Ambergris Caye 

Travel time: 
The shuttle ride from the airport to the water taxi terminal usually takes 30-45 minutes. The ferry ride takes approximately 1.5 hours (one way). 

Luggage/Cargo: 
Passengers are allowed a small/light weight freight of items not exceeding 150lbs. All items must be properly packaged and checked within 30 minutes of a scheduled departure.

NOTE: 
All reservations can be rescheduled up to one day before the departure date. 
Any cancellations made within 24 hours of the departure date will receive a full refund, LESS the service fee.
Fares are valid ONLY for the schedule, date and time listed by San Pedro Belize Express. Travel with the Best! ⛴️
Locations:
San Pedro, BZE International Airport
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Recommended
Book your transportation from Belize International Airport to the beautiful island of Caye Caulker 👣 !  Safe and comfortable airport shuttle. Travel with the most trusted water taxi ... morecompany in Belize, San Pedro Belize Express!

What's included in this reservation?

Roundtrip Shared shuttle service to OR from Belize International Airport to OR from SPBE Water Taxi Terminal in Belize City 

Roundtrip SPBE Water Taxi Tickets to OR from Caye Caulker

Travel time: 
The shuttle ride from the airport to the water taxi terminal usually takes 30-45 minutes. The ferry ride takes approximately 45 minutes (one way). 

Luggage/Cargo: 
Passengers are allowed a small/light weight freight of items not exceeding 150lbs. All items must be properly packaged and checked 30 minutes before a scheduled departure.

NOTE: 
All reservations can rescheduled up to one day before departure date. 
Any cancellations made within 24 hours of the departure date will receive a full refund, LESS the service fee.
Fares are valid ONLY for the schedule, date and time listed by San Pedro Belize Express. Travel with the Best! ⛴️
Locations:
Caye Caulker, BZE International Airport

Domestic Flights

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Fully Refundable*
$80 each way! Book your domestic flight from the Philip Goldson International Airport to the beautiful town of San Pedro in Ambergris Caye. This is a quick 15-minute connecting flight ... moreto San Pedro with Belize's most trusted ISSA-registered airline, Tropic Air.

Your tickets can be FULLY REFUNDED (minus a service fee) up to 24 hours before the departure date!

Passengers are allowed 2 free checked bags depending on space on the aircraft. Additional bags are charged at $35US each.

FREE RESCHEDULING if your international flight is delayed, or you experience any delays at the Belize airport before your domestic flight check-in. Tickets can be booked up to 24 hours in advance of flight time.
Gold Standard:
Yes
Locations:
Belize City International - BZE, San Pedro - SPR
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Fully Refundable*
$118 USD each way! Book your domestic flight from the Philip Goldson International Airport to the beautiful village of Placencia (PLJ). This is a quick connecting flight to Placencia ... morewith Belize's most trusted ISSA-registered airline, Tropic Air.

Your tickets can be FULLY REFUNDED (minus a service fee) up to 24 hours before the departure date!

Passengers are allowed 2 free checked bags depending on space on the aircraft. Additional bags are charged at $35US each.

FREE RESCHEDULING if your international flight is delayed, or you experience any delays at the Belize airport before your domestic flight check-in. Tickets can be booked up to 24 hours in advance of flight time.
Gold Standard:
Yes
Locations:
Belize City International - BZE, Placencia - PLJ
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If you are at the Philip Goldson International Airport and would like to take a direct flight to San Pedro, you can do so with Tropic Air. Tropic Air is the number one airline for domestic flights between all major destinations in Belize. They also provide international flights to cities in neighboring countries such as Cancun, Mexico, and Flores, Guatemala. 

A flight from the PGIA to San Pedro only takes about fifteen minutes. The flights offer a scenic view of the Caribbean Sea and beautiful Ambergris Caye.

Flights to San Pedro are also available at the Belize Municipal Airport in Belize City if you have already traveled from the Philip Goldson International Airport to Belize City. 

Of course, domestic flights are the more costly option to get to San Pedro, Ambergris Caye; however, it will get you to San Pedro quicker and it offers great views for a nice photo op. The price for a San Pedro flight depends on whether you book a one-way ticket or round-trip ticket.

FAQ

There are NO restrictions for visiting Belize other than regular immigration requirements. Some visitors may need a visa. Check with the Belize Department of Immigration.
The land borders are fully opened to all visitors.