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Connecting Belize's islands and mainland with ease.
Founded
1991
Headquarters
San Pedro, Belize
Maya Island Air is one of Belize's two primary domestic airlines, providing scheduled and charter air services across the country's diverse destinations. Founded in 1991, the airline has grown to become a key transport link connecting Belize City with popular tourist and residential destinations including San Pedro on Ambergris Caye, Caye Caulker, Placencia, Dangriga, and Punta Gorda.
The airline operates primarily small turboprop aircraft suited to Belize's short-runway regional airstrips, offering frequent daily flights that serve both local commuters and international tourists. Its services are essential for reaching island destinations that would otherwise require lengthy boat journeys.
Maya Island Air competes directly with Tropic Air, the other major domestic carrier in Belize, together forming the backbone of domestic aviation in the country. The airline also offers charter services for private groups and tour operators throughout the region.
Hubs & network
Maya Island Air operates primarily from Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport and Belize City Municipal Airport (Belize City), with key routes to San Pedro, Placencia, Dangriga, and Punta Gorda.
Fleet
Maya Island Air operates a fleet of small turboprop aircraft, primarily Cessna Caravan 208 variants, suited to short regional airstrips throughout Belize.
Notable facts
- ›Maya Island Air is one of only two major domestic carriers in Belize, alongside Tropic Air.
- ›The airline provides essential air links to Ambergris Caye and Caye Caulker, popular tourist destinations accessible mainly by air or boat.
- ›Flights are frequently used by tourists visiting Belize's renowned barrier reef and cayes.
- ›The airline offers both scheduled and charter flight services across Belize.
- ›Flight durations on most Maya Island Air routes are typically under 30 minutes.
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