Flying from Victoria International Airport (YYJ) to Belize City: what you need to know
Belize City is one hour ahead of Victoria, where Victoria International Airport is located. Belize City observes the UTC-6 timezone.
Allow plenty of time to catch your YYJ to Belize City flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying over a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
YYJ is about 24 kilometres from central Victoria. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Searching for a hotel near YYJ? If you're catching an early flight from Victoria International Airport to Belize City, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
67.45% of flights that depart Victoria International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Victoria International Airport (YYJ) to Belize City
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Victoria International Airport to Belize City flight is R 3,504. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 6,893. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from YYJ to Belize City if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Victoria International Airport to Belize City throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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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 takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Victoria International Airport to Belize City, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near BZE:
Grab a Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport rental car and discover Belize City and beyond with your own set of wheels. Avis, Budget and Alamo are top providers to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from YYJ to Belize City can help you get the best possible rate.
Belize City Municipal Airport (TZA)
Belize City Municipal Airport (TZA) is roughly 2 kilometres from the centre of Belize City. Once you've hopped off your flight from Victoria International Airport to Belize City, it'll take you around 5 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
There are some comfortable places to call home for the night near TZA. Kick back and get cosy after your YYJ to Belize City flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Belize City
Carefully consider your trip dates before securing your flight from Victoria International Airport to Belize City. The city buzzes in high season, but rates are usually higher and major attractions can get busy. Go to Belize City in the low season if you want a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in a Victoria International Airport to Belize City flight ticket with a departure in September to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from YYJ to Belize City in January when temperatures average between 20ºC (68ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
More about Belize City
After booking your flight from Victoria International Airport to Belize City, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Belize City:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Government House, Museum of Belize and The Belize Sign Monument are highlights which should feature on any good Belize City itinerary.
Explore more of Belize
Belize City has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Belize just waiting to be explored. Around 161 kilometres south of Belize City, a trip to Punta Gorda will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like 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 the best of this destination with a visit to Laughing Bird Caye National Park, Art'n'Soul GALLERY and Manatee Caye.
