Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 12h 31m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport
Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport is an international airport that serves the nation of Belize's largest city, Belize City along the eastern coast of Central America. It was named after politician Philip S. W. Goldson, who died in 2001. The airport is at an elevation of 5 m (16 ft), which means both the airport and the entirety of Belize City are at risk of serious flooding due to its low elevation and coastal location. For this reason, Belize's capital has been moved to Belmopan, but the airport remains the largest and busiest in the country. With stable passenger growth, Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport is currently the fifth busiest airport in Central America. Belize Airport covers 457 acres of land and has one runway.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
MZBZNOTAMs
MZBZReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07 / 25 | 9,678 ft / 2,950 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (4)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | BELIZE APP | 121.000 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.900 MHz |
| RDO | BELIZE RDO | 126.900 MHz |
| TWR | BELIZE TWR | 118.000 MHz |
Services & operations
The airport is undergoing expansion projects and has recently achieved historic certification.
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Navaids(2)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: E (from about 90°), on 34% of observations, averaging 7 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 72% | 1,137 ft | |
| Feb | 77% | 1,338 ft | |
| Mar | 75% | 1,501 ft | |
| Apr | 70% | 1,702 ft | |
| May | 63% | 1,887 ft | |
| Jun | 66% | 1,822 ft | |
| Jul | 73% | 1,776 ft | |
| Aug | 76% | 1,813 ft | |
| Sep | 79% | 1,850 ft | |
| Oct | 77% | 1,694 ft | |
| Nov | 71% | 1,382 ft | |
| Dec | 73% | 1,219 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~1,137–1,887 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport?
The ICAO code for Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport is MZBZ, and its IATA code is BZE.
Where is Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport located?
Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport is large airport located in Belize City, Belize, at an elevation of 15 ft (5 m).
How many runways does Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport have?
Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 9,678 ft / 2,950 m.
Which airlines fly to Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport?
Airlines historically serving Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport include American Airlines, Avianca - Aerovias Nacionales de Colombia, Delta Air Lines, Midwest Airlines (Egypt), Regional Air Iceland, US Airways, among 7 carriers (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport?
Historical data lists 20 nonstop destinations from Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport in?
Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport is in the America/Belize time zone (UTC-06:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport is approximately 1.5° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport?
The nearest airport to Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport is Sir Barry Bowen Municipal Airport (TZA), about 6.3 nm to the ese, followed by Caye Chapel Airport and Caye Caulker Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.