Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport

P.O. Box 1564 Belize City, Belize, Central America  (501) 225-2045
With six international airlines offering service to Belize, it’s more convenient and affordable than ever before to travel to this hidden jewel. From the USA, it’s an easy day’s journey to Belize where English is the official language, the Caribbean Sea is more shades of blue than you previously imagined and the world of the ancient Maya comes to life. 

Located in Belize City, the Philip S. W. Goldson Airport (PGIA), travel code BZE, is the only international airport in the country. From the moment that you disembark the plane onto the tarmac, you know you’re not in Kansas anymore. The tropical warmth and bird song let you settle into your Belize holiday at once.

International airlines that serve Belize are American Airlines, Avianca, Copa Airlines, Delta, Southwest Air, and United. With the recent addition of new airline carriers, the flight schedule in and out of Belize is more robust than in the past. Below is a table of the daily flights. Currently, Westjet offers seasonal flights as well.

In addition to these international flights, there are daily domestic flights offered by Maya Island Air and Tropic Air. These hopper flights utilize the PGIA as well as several airstrips located throughout Belize. A local flight from PGIA to San Pedro airstrip is a popular way to arrive to Ambergris Caye. Not only are these flights a quick and affordable way to zip around the country, the views really can’t be beat. You’ll gain a greater appreciation of the Belize Barrier Reef as it hugs the shoreline of the country, and in less than 20-minutes, you’ll touch down in San Pedro.
Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport
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Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport
Physical Address:
Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport
P. O. Box 1564
Ladyville, Belize District - Belize
Phone:  (501) 225 -2045
E-MAIL:  bacc@pgiabelize.com
Opening Hours:  Daily from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Latitude / Longitude:
17 degrees 32 minutes 24 seconds North
088 degrees 18 minutes 48 seconds West
Car Park A - Provides a total of 390 parking spaces. Users pay a US$2.00 exit fee in Car Park A.
Car Park B - Is provided for airport employees.
Concessions - There are several concession outlets throughout the ATB – 8 duty-free stores, 15 retail and convenience outlets, 2 ATMs, 1 bank, 2 restaurants, 2 delis and a shoe shine outfit.
Smoking Policy - The PGIA was designated as a non-smoking airport in 2003.  Smoking is only permitted outside the Airport Terminal Building.
Banking - Passengers have access to banking services at Atlantic Bank Limited located in Terminal 2.  Automated Teller Machines are located in both Terminals 1 and 2. There is a full-service Belize Bank branch just at the junction with the Philip Goldson Highway.
Elevation Above Sea Level:  15 feet
Reference temperature:  32 degrees C
Runway/Apron:  9,900 feet long / 735,800 square feet
Airport Terminal Building:
The Airport Terminal Building measures 110,000 square feet and includes the international and domestic terminals with a total of 7 departure gates.
Distance from Downtown Belize City:  10 miles
Total Airport Area:  457 acres
Check-In - Check-In counters for all airlines are located in Terminals 1 and 2.  Passengers are encouraged to arrive 2 to 3 hours before scheduled departure of flight.  Airline check-in facilities are located as follows:
Airline Information & Useful Links
1.  AeroMexico www.aeromexico.com
2.  Air Canada www.aircanada.com
3.  American Airlines www.americanaairlines.com
4.  Avianca www.avianca.com
5.  COPA www.copaair.com
6.  Delta Airways www.deltaaairlines.com
7.  Southwest www.southwest.com
8.  Sun Country Airlines www.suncountry.com
9.  United Airlines www.united.com
10. WestJet www.westjet.com
The Belize International Airport is about 10 miles away from Belize City.
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Taxi Information
The Ladyville Airport Taxi Association operates the taxi service at PGIA.  Service is available for transportation to Belize City and other destinations throughout Belize and can be reached at 225-2125 or 610-4450.  Conveniently located immediately at the exit to the International Arrival Hall is an Airport Taxi Counter where tickets can be purchased.
Car Rentals Information & Useful Links
1.  A-Class Auto Rental:  (501) 205 – 2201 + (501) 600–2201 aclassrentalbelize@gmail.com
2.  All-In-One Travel Agency:  (501) 620–2267 lilsadventuretravel@gmail.com
3.  AQ Auto Rental:  (501) 222–5122 + (501) 225–3055 aqbelizeautorentalforless@ymail.com
4.  Avis:  (501) 225–4400 avisbelize@gmail.com
5.  Crystal Auto Rental:  (501) 223–1600 reservations@crystal-belize.com
6.  Discount Auto Rental:  (501) 225–3019 reservations@discountcarrentalbelize.com
7.  Discovery Belize Expedition Limited:  (501) 671-0748 shessieldeck@discoverybelize.com
8.  Explore Belize Auto Rental:  (501) 627–2709 info@exploreautorentalbelize.com
9.  Hertz/Safari Belize:  (501) 225–3300 info@carsbelize.com
10. Jabiru Auto Rental:  (501) 224–4680 + (501) 225–3630 jabiru@btl.net
11. Jay Crafton:  (501) 223-1600 mtingkay@gmail.com
12. JMA Budget Rentals Ltd.:  (501) 223–2435 reservations@budget-belize.com
13. National Alamo Rent A Car:  (501) 225–2882 icourtenay@becbz.com
14. Pancho’s Auto Rental:  (501) 225–2540 panchosrental@belize.net
15. TC Paradise Auto Rental:  (501) 615-4993 + (501) 630-0488 taebenn@gmail.com
16. Thrifty Auto Rental:  (501) 225–2436 + (501) 610–4450 tourbelizeautorentallimited@yahoo.com
17. Tour Auto Belize Limited:  (501) 207-1271 tourbelizeautorentallimited@yahoo.com
18. Vista Auto Rental:  (501) 225–2292 info@vistarentalbelize.com

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