Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Belize City: what you need to know
Belize City is two hours behind Detroit, where Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is located. Belize City runs on the UTC-6 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to catch your DTW to Belize City flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading away during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even tick off a new city. When searching for flight tickets from DTW to Belize City, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Travelling from central Detroit to DTW takes around 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 29 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Belize City? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near DTW:
Of the departures from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, 75.1% arrive on time at their destination.
The address for DTW is 1 Detroit Metro Airport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Belize City
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Belize City flight is R 3,428. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 8,940. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from DTW to Belize City. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, make the most of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when looking for your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Belize City ticket.
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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 around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Think about booking a hotel close to BZE if you're coming in on a late flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Belize City. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport rental car and explore Belize City and beyond with your own wheels. Avis, Budget and Alamo are well-known companies you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from DTW to Belize City can help you lock in the best possible rate.
Belize City Municipal Airport (TZA)
Belize City Municipal Airport (TZA) is around 2 kilometres from the centre of Belize City. Following your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Belize City, it'll take you around 5 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel close to TZA. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your DTW 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 may be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Belize City during low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
The warmest month in Belize City is September, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Belize City flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DTW to Belize City in January when temperatures average between 20ºC (68ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
More about Belize City
After booking your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Belize City, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Belize City:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Government House, Museum of Belize and The Belize Sign Monument are top sights which should feature on any well-planned Belize City itinerary.
Explore more of Belize
Punta Gorda is just one of the many places in Belize waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Belize City. Around 161 kilometres away to the south, popular attractions include Punta Gorda Central Park of Heroes, Snake Cayes and Garbutt's Fishing Lodge.
Around 113 kilometres south of Belize City, Placencia is another favourite stop in Belize. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Laughing Bird Caye National Park, Art'n'Soul GALLERY and Manatee Caye.
