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Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport to Belize City — Transport Guide 2026

Belize City (BZE) is 16 km northwest of Belize City. English-speaking country. Uber does not operate — official taxis (green plates) or hotel transfer. Onward Ambergris Caye / Caye Caulker via water taxi or Tropic Air.

BZE16 km to cityBZDLatin America
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Last updated: 2026-08

By AirConnect Editorial
Cheapest
Airport taxi (~$25-35)
Fastest
Tropic Air puddle-jumper to caye (20 min)

Every transport option compared

Airport taxi (green plate, fixed USD)

taxi · Best for: Direct + luggage
Cost
USD 25-35 to Belize City
Time
20-30 min
Frequency
On-demand
Green license plates = official. Fixed USD rates.

Hotel arranged

private transfer · Best for: Radisson Fort George, Ramada Princess guests
Cost
USD 25-50
Time
20-30 min
Frequency
Pre-book
Recommended for first-time visitors.

Tropic Air puddle-jumper to Ambergris Caye

private transfer · Best for: Ambergris Caye + Caye Caulker travellers
Cost
USD 90-140 one-way
Time
20 min flight
Frequency
Every 60-90 min
Tropic Air + Maya Island Air fly directly from BZE to San Pedro (SPR) — skip Belize City entirely if beach-bound.

Pre-book a fixed-price transfer

No queues, no scam risk. Driver meets you inside arrivals with your name. Price locked before you fly.

Getting out of Belize City (BZE)

Skip the taxi rank and lock in your fare before you land.

Pre-book a fixed-price transfer

Our pick

Driver waits at arrivals with your name, tracks your flight, and the price you see is the price you pay. English-speaking, fixed price. No surge, no haggling at 2am.

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Frequently asked

How far is Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport from Belize City?
Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport (BZE) is 16 km from Belize City city centre.
What is the cheapest way from BZE to Belize City?
Airport taxi (~$25-35)
What is the fastest way from BZE to Belize City?
Tropic Air puddle-jumper to caye (20 min)