Travelling from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Belize City: what you need to know
The timezone in Belize City is UTC-6. The city is seven hours behind Madrid, where Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is located.
Leave plenty of time to make your MAD to Belize City flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading off during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Stopovers offer a great opportunity to visit a new place or just take a break during your journey. When looking for a flight ticket from MAD to Belize City, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to explore all potential stops. Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is a popular stop on this route.
MAD is around 13 kilometres from central Madrid. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Belize City? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to MAD:
78.23% of flights that take off from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport make it to their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Belize City
$1,202 is currently the best price for a one-way Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Belize City flight. A return flight ticket starts from $1,333. These prices may change based on availability.
To pick up cheap flights from MAD to Belize City, book in advance. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
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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.
Think about booking a hotel near BZE if you're coming in on a late flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Belize City. Select one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Avis, Budget or Alamo and explore beyond Belize City's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport around two weeks before your flight from MAD to Belize City.
Belize City Municipal Airport (TZA)
Central Belize City is located around 2 kilometres from Belize City Municipal Airport (TZA). Once your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Belize City has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of about 5 minutes.
There are some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near TZA. Settle in and get cosy after your MAD to Belize City flight at one of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Belize City
Before locking in your flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Belize City, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Belize City offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the off-season means you'll get better hotel deals and fewer crowds.
When booking your Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Belize City flight ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. September is the warmest month in Belize City, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 31ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MAD to Belize City in January when temperatures average between 20ºC and 27ºC.
More about Belize City
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Belize City right here. Explore these hotels after you've booked your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Belize City:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Government House, Museum of Belize and The Belize Sign Monument are popular attractions which should be on any well-planned Belize City itinerary.
Explore more of Belize
Belize City has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Belize just waiting to be explored. Around 161 kilometres south of Belize City, a visit to Punta Gorda will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Punta Gorda Central Park of Heroes, Snake Cayes and Garbutt's Fishing Lodge.
If you're looking to explore another side of Belize, head for Placencia, roughly 113 kilometres south of Belize City. Laughing Bird Caye National Park, Art'n'Soul GALLERY and Manatee Caye are key reasons to visit.