Travelling from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC) to Belize City: what you need to know
Belize City is 2 hours behind Richmond, where Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) Airport is located. Belize City operates on the UTC-6 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from RIC to Belize City, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Popular months like August or high seasons such as Thanksgiving and Christmas/New Year will mean bigger queues at check-in and security. Travelling then? Play it safe and head to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a wise idea.
We make it a cinch to find a flight from RIC to Belize City with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
You don't need a visa for Belize if you hold a passport from United States and are travelling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements are subject to changes. So before reserving your flight tickets from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Belize City, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest information.
Travelling from central Richmond to RIC takes approximately 2 hours and 52 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 21 kilometres in 21 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) Airport to Belize City? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near RIC:
How to find the cheapest flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) Airport (RIC) to Belize City
C$364 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) Airport to Belize City. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$868. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from RIC to Belize City, book early. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
Getting cheap tickets from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) Airport to Belize City is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Check out the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices throughout the month and snap up a great deal.
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Airports in Belize City
Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport (BZE)
Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport (BZE) is around 14 kilometres from the centre of Belize City. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 20 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) Airport to Belize City. Reserve one of these accommodation options near BZE instead:
Belize City Municipal Airport (TZA)
Once your flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) Airport to Belize City has arrived, you can make your way to the city centre in about 4 minutes by car. Central Belize City is approximately 2 kilometres from Belize City Municipal Airport (TZA).
After your flight from RIC to Belize City, settle in at a hotel close to TZA. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Belize City
December is the most popular month for flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) Airport to Belize City. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Belize City in May when things are quieter.
When booking your flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) Airport to Belize City, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. September is the warmest month in Belize City, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 31ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from RIC to Belize City in January when temperatures average between 20ºC and 27ºC.
More about Belize City
After booking your flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Belize City, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Belize City:
Altun Ha and Museum of Belize are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to add to your Belize City must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Government House.
Complete your Belize City trip with a car rental
Select one of our car rentals in Belize City and see the sights at your leisure. Easily compare options in one place to find your ideal ride after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Belize City.
