Flying from Seattle to Belize City: what you need to know
Seattle has a couple of airports where you can kick off your travels. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Seattle to Belize City leaving from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) or Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE).
Touch down at Belize City's primary gateway, Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport (BZE).
Jump on a direct Seattle to Belize City flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 6 hours.
Belize City is one hour ahead of Seattle and follows the UTC-6 timezone.
To ensure you catch your Seattle to Belize City flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a popular month like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Belize City
To snag cheap Seattle to Belize City flights, reserve your trip two months before your departure.
The best month for landing cheap plane tickets from Seattle to Belize City is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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Flying from Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
You can catch a direct flight from Seattle to Belize City leaving from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Start your journey at SEA and touch down at Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport (BZE).
Alaska Airlines is a leading airline that offers direct Seattle to Belize City plane tickets from SEA.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper Seattle to Belize City flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular options:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
SEA is about 18 kilometres from central Seattle. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 55 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Seattle to Belize City? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport has a strong on-time record, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from SEA arrive at their destination as scheduled 81.27% of the time.
Arriving in Belize City
Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport (BZE)
Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport (BZE) to central Belize City takes around 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometres away.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Seattle to Belize City. Book one of these accommodation options near BZE instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure 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.
Reserving your ride from Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport about two weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Best time to go to Belize City
May is the quietest month for flights from Seattle to Belize City, while December is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Belize City based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your Seattle to Belize City tickets, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. September is the warmest month in Belize City, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 31ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 20ºC and 27ºC. Look for cheap flights from Seattle to Belize City around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Belize City
Once you've booked your flight from Seattle to Belize City, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Belize City:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Museum of Belize, Government House and The Belize Sign Monument are top sights which should be on every Belize City itinerary.
Explore more of Belize
Belize City is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Belize just waiting to be discovered. Around 97 kilometres south-west of Belize City, a visit to San Ignacio will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Green Iguana Conservation Project, Shawville Community Park and Cahal Pech Museum.
Orange Walk is another must-experience destination in Belize and is around 72 kilometres north-west of Belize City. No journey is complete without seeing Park, Playground, Football, Basketball, Lamanai and Marcus Canul Community Park.