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Dangriga Airport

Dangriga, Belize

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Dangriga Airport

Dangriga, Belize
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Gateway to the Garifuna heartland of southern Belize.

Location
Dangriga, Belize
Dangriga Airport (IATA: DGA, ICAO: MZPB) is a small domestic aerodrome serving Dangriga, the largest town in southern Belize and the cultural capital of the Garifuna people. It provides essential air connectivity for residents and visitors traveling to and from Belize City and other domestic destinations. The airport handles light aircraft and small regional turboprops, functioning as a key node in Belize's domestic aviation network. Its short grass or paved strip is typical of the smaller aerodromes that link Belize's coastal and inland communities. Dangriga Airport supports tourism to nearby cayes, marine reserves, and cultural sites. Tropic Air and Maya Island Air, the two dominant domestic carriers in Belize, operate scheduled services connecting Dangriga with Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport and other local airstrips.
Terminals
The airport has a single small terminal building suited to low-volume domestic passenger traffic.
Getting to & from
Taxis and private vehicles are the primary means of ground transport between the airport and Dangriga town center.
Airlines here
Tropic Air and Maya Island Air operate scheduled domestic flights serving Dangriga Airport.
Notable facts
  • ›Dangriga is the largest town in the Stann Creek District of Belize.
  • ›The airport primarily serves domestic routes within Belize.
  • ›Dangriga is recognized as the cultural and spiritual capital of the Garifuna people.
  • ›Nearby attractions include the Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary and Tobacco Caye.
  • ›Flight times to Belize City are typically under 30 minutes.
Wikipedia
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Gateway to Belize's vibrant Garifuna coast and Caribbean soul

Dangriga Airport is a small domestic airstrip serving Dangriga, the cultural capital of Belize's Garifuna people and the largest town in Stann Creek District. It plays a vital role in connecting this coastal community to Belize City and other domestic destinations via light aircraft. The airport reflects the unhurried, authentic character of southern Belize, serving travelers bound for cayes, jungles, and cultural festivals.

Terminals
  • Main Terminal — A single modest terminal building handling domestic arrivals and departures with basic passenger facilities.
Ground Transport
  • Taxis available outside the terminal for town and resort transfers
  • Local buses connecting Dangriga town center to the Southern Highway
  • Car rentals available through local operators in Dangriga town
Nearby Hotels
  • Pelican Beach Resort
  • Bonefish Hotel
  • Ruthie's Cabanas
  • Hub Dangriga
Dining

The airport itself has no significant dining facilities given its small scale, so travelers should plan accordingly. Dangriga town offers excellent local Garifuna cuisine including hudut, serre, and fresh seafood at small restaurants and street stalls just minutes away. Stocking up on snacks before arriving at the airport is advisable for those with longer waits.

Traveller Tips
  • Arrive early as light aircraft flights depart on strict schedules and check-in closes well before departure.
  • Luggage weight limits on domestic prop planes are strictly enforced — pack light or expect surcharges.
  • November 19th is Garifuna Settlement Day, a major national celebration; book flights and accommodation well in advance.
  • Taxis do not use meters — agree on a fare before getting in the vehicle.

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Route map (5 destinations)

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Routes

DGA → PLJ9N · CNC
DGA → TZA9N · CNC
DGA → BZE9N · CNC
DGA → BZEMY · CNC
DGA → INBMY · CNC
DGA → PLJMY · CNC
DGA → SVKMY · CNC

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Dangriga Airport
Encyclopaedia

Dangriga Airport, also called Pelican Beach Airstrip, is a public use airport located 1 kilometre (1 mi) north of Dangriga, a coastal town in the Stann Creek District of Belize.

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