Flying from General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to Belize City: what you need to know
The timezone in Belize City is UTC-6. The city is 1 hour behind Milwaukee, where General Mitchell International Airport is located.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from MKE to Belize City. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're getting away during a peak month like July, get to the airport even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Expect lines to be longer during peak periods like summer, Christmas and New Year.
We make it easy to plan a flight from MKE to Belize City with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Denver International Airport (DEN)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
You can visit Belize for tourism purposes without a visa if you hold a passport from United States. But before booking your flight tickets from General Mitchell International Airport to Belize City, double-check for the newest rules and regulations. Visa rules can change, and you may require some travel documents if your trip is for business or other reasons.
MKE is about 14 kilometres from central Milwaukee. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 16 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 39 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near MKE. Whether you're taking an early flight from General Mitchell International Airport to Belize City or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
How to find the cheapest flights from General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to Belize City
C$361 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from General Mitchell International Airport to Belize City. A return flight starts from C$738. These prices can change depending on availability.
To find cheap tickets from MKE to Belize City, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when looking for your ticket from General Mitchell International Airport to Belize City.
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Airports in Belize City
Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport (BZE)
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.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from General Mitchell International Airport to Belize City. Book one of these accommodation options near BZE instead:
Belize City Municipal Airport (TZA)
Belize City Municipal Airport (TZA) is around 2 kilometres from central Belize City. Following your flight from General Mitchell International Airport to Belize City, it'll take you around 4 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near TZA. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from MKE to Belize City:
Best time to go to Belize City
December is the busiest month to hop on a flight from General Mitchell International Airport to Belize City while May is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Belize City, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
Before you book a flight from General Mitchell International Airport to Belize City, think about the type of weather you enjoy. September is the warmest month in Belize City, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 31ºC.
Look for cheap flights from MKE to Belize City in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 20ºC and 27ºC on average.
More about Belize City
Start your Belize City trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from General Mitchell International Airport to Belize City, browse our selection of hotels including:
Altun Ha and Museum of Belize are a couple of big attractions to add to your Belize City must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Government House.
Complete your Belize City trip with a car rental
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