Flying from Vancouver to Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport (BZE): what you need to know
When looking for a flight from Vancouver to Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport (BZE), there's a nice range of airports you can jet off from. Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX) are some of Vancouver's main options.
Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport is located in Belize City. The city operates in the UTC-6 timezone and is 1 hour ahead of Vancouver.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Get to the airport on time to board your flight from Vancouver to BZE.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
YVR is about 14 kilometres from central Vancouver. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 26 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 33 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near Vancouver International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Vancouver to Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base (CXH)
Visit family or friends or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Vancouver to Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport, check out these options when setting off from Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base:
Denver International Airport (DEN)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Calgary International Airport (YYC)
With public transport, you can travel from central Vancouver to CXH in around 16 minutes. The terminal is roughly 2 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 5 minutes.
You're off on vacation, so why not enjoy another night away? Consider staying at one of these accommodation options near Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base the day before your flight from Vancouver to BZE:
About Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport (BZE)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Vancouver to Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near BZE instead:
Getting from Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport (BZE) to central Belize City
Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport to the centre of Belize City is around 20 minutes by car. It's approximately 14 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport (BZE)
For a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport, C$307 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return trip from just C$646. These are the lowest fares right now and may differ based on availability.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get flight tickets from Vancouver to BZE. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport (BZE)
May is the quietest time to travel to Belize City. Alternatively, follow the crowds and take your trip in December. This is the busiest month for flights from Vancouver to Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport.
Think about the kind of weather that'll suit your plans for Belize City. The warmest month is September. Lock in your flights from Vancouver to BZE during then and you can expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 31ºC.
Travel in January for cooler conditions. Average temperatures range between 20ºC and 27ºC. However, this destination delivers on a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Vancouver to Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport.
More about Belize City
Start your Belize City trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Vancouver to Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Altun Ha, Museum of Belize and Government House are highlights which should be on any good Belize City itinerary.
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