DGAUpdated October 18, 2026

Dangriga airport

Dangriga · Belize

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Dangriga airport (DGA)
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About the airport

Dangriga airport (DGA)
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Dangriga Airport (IATA code: DGA), historically known as Pelican Beach Airstrip, is a public regional airstrip serving the town of Dangriga and the Stann Creek District in Belize. It operates regular domestic flights connecting the town with Belize City, Placencia, and other points along the Belizean coast via regional carriers Maya Island Air and Tropic Air.

Official Website: baabz.org (Belize Airports Authority)

Phone: +501 223-3784 / +501 208-3784 (Belize Airports Authority)

Terminals

It features a single, small ground-level terminal building housing check-in counters and a waiting area. The terminal does not operate 24 hours: it operates solely during daylight hours to accommodate regular scheduled flights (typically between 6:00 a.m. and 5:00/7:00 p.m.) and remains closed at night.

Information Desks

There is no dedicated airport information desk; passenger assistance and flight schedule inquiries are handled directly by airline personnel at their check-in counters inside the building.

Location

The airport is located 1 km (0.6 miles) north of downtown Dangriga, within the Stann Creek District, on the eastern coast of Belize.

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Airlines and terminals The airstrip handles scheduled domestic flights through two regional carriers operating from check-in counters located inside the terminal: Maya Island Air: flights to Belize City (Philip… Full guide → Frequently asked questions Maya Island Air and Tropic Air operate regular domestic flights to Belize City (both Philip Goldson International and Sir Barry Bowen Municipal), Placencia, Punta Gorda, San… Full guide →

Getting to and from DGA

The airstrip is situated just minutes from downtown Dangriga. Ground travel is completed via local vehicles or pre-arranged private shuttles.

Taxis

Local taxis can be found outside the terminal building following flight arrivals. The ride into central Dangriga takes about 5 to 10 minutes, with an estimated fare of 10 to 20 BZD (5 to 10 USD). Agreeing on the fare with the driver before departing is recommended.

Rates updated as of October 18, 2026.

Private Transfers and Hotel Shuttles

Several resorts and hotels in Dangriga, Hopkins, and Placencia arrange shuttle van transfers for their guests upon request. Private executive transfers can also be booked in advance with regional operators.

Public Buses

Public buses do not pull directly into the airstrip. To board intercity buses heading toward Belmopan, Belize City, or southern destinations, passengers must take a taxi to the main bus station in downtown Dangriga (about 2 km away).

Ridesharing Apps

Ridesharing platforms such as Uber or Lyft do not operate in Belize.

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Car rental

Rental Desks

There are no car rental offices inside Dangriga Airport. Travelers requiring a rental car typically pick one up at Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport in Belize City or arrange delivery with their agency or lodging accommodations beforehand.

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Services and VIP lounges

Due to the small size of the terminal building, facilities and amenities are very basic:

Finance and Connectivity

  • ATMs and Currency Exchange: There are no cash machines (ATMs) or currency exchange booths in the terminal. Carrying cash in Belize dollars or US dollars prior to arrival is recommended.
  • Wi-Fi: The airstrip does not provide an official public Wi-Fi network.

Dining

There are no cafés, restaurants, or food vending machines inside the terminal.

Shopping

There are no convenience stores, newsstands, or duty-free shops.

Baggage Services

Luggage storage and locker facilities are not available. Inquiries regarding delayed or missing baggage must be addressed directly with airline staff at the check-in counters.

Other Services

The building provides restrooms and a general seating area overlooking the tarmac. There are no medical clinics or pharmacies on site.

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Parking

Parking

In front of the small terminal, there is an open-air area designated for momentary drop-off and pick-up of passengers by private vehicles and taxis. There is no covered, guarded, or paid long-term parking facility.

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Special assistance

The airstrip facilities are compact and laid out on a single ground level.

Passengers with Reduced Mobility

Boarding and disembarking propeller aircraft is done on foot directly across the tarmac. Passengers who need wheelchair assistance or special boarding support must notify their airline (Maya Island Air or Tropic Air) at least 48 hours prior to their flight.

Unaccompanied Minors

Services for minors traveling alone must be requested and approved directly through the operating carrier prior to ticketing, in accordance with their respective policies.

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Hotels and overnight stay

Accommodation inside the airport

There are no hotels or sleep cabins inside Dangriga Airport.

Nearby Hotels

  • Pelican Beach Resort: Located 1 km from the airstrip, along Dangriga's northern shoreline.
  • Bonefish Hotel: Situated on Mahogany Street, approximately 2 km away.
  • Chaleanor Hotel: Located on Magoon Street, about 2.2 km away.
  • Pal's on the Beach: On the Dangriga waterfront, around 2.5 km away.
  • Weyogan Hotel: Located 3 km from the airport.

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