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Chetumal, México

Chetumal is a city on the east coast of the Yucatán Peninsula in Mexico. It is the capital of the state of Quintana Roo and the municipal seat of the Municipality of Othón P.

Type CityPopulation 169,028

Why go

  • Place in Quintana Roo, Mexico.
  • Known for bordering Belize.
  • Served by Santa Cruz Airport (STU).

History

Chetumal is a city on the east coast of the Yucatán Peninsula in Mexico. It is the capital of the state of Quintana Roo and the municipal seat of the Municipality of Othón P. Blanco. In 2020 it had a population of 169,028 people.

Restaurants & places to go

Burger, Fast Food · Opening hours: Mo-Su 10:00-22:00 Features: takeaway · burgerking.com.mx
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Regional, Breakfast, Sandwich, Mexican, EconóMica, Restaurant · Opening hours: Mo-Su 08:00-18:00 · Calle Río Verde & Jacinto Pat, Chetumal, 77086 · kc-rissima.chetumalmx.com
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Cake, Burger, Sandwich, Mexican, Breakfast, American, Coffee Shop, Crepe, Pancake, Diner, Cafe · Opening hours: Mo-Su 08:00-00:00 · miviejomolino.com
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Mexican, Pizza, Pasta, Chicken, Seafood, Salad, Restaurant · Opening hours: 07:00-23:30 · 182 Avenida Álvaro Obregón, Chetumal, 77000 · sergiospizzas.com.mx
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Pizza, Fast Food · Features: takeaway · mexico.littlecaesars.com
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Regional, Restaurant · Regional restaurant · 30 Heroico Colegio Militar, Chetumal, 77098 · facebook.com
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Cafe · Opening hours: Mo-Sa 08:00-14:00 · m.facebook.com
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Airports

Corozal Airport (CZH) 18 km to the centre
Corozal, CZL, BZ — Indoor waiting areas, but some gates board by bus or on foot across the apron — plan for the weather on the day. ✈ 2 airlines (Midwest Airlines (Egypt), Regional Air Iceland) · direct flights to 2 destinations incl. San Pedro, ORZ (OpenFlights route data).
✈ Airlines & flight paths — 2 airlines, 2 direct destinations
  • Midwest Airlines (Egypt) MY (CNC) · 2 routes: ORZ, San Pedro
  • Regional Air Iceland 9N (CNC) · 1 route: San Pedro

Routes and aircraft from OpenFlights (open data; a point-in-time snapshot). * = codeshare. Linked destinations open their own guidebook. Flight numbers are not in the open data — they come from the airline or a paid schedule feed.

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Chetumal International Airport (CTM) 3.3 km to the centre
Chetumal, ROO, MX — Indoor waiting areas, but some gates board by bus or on foot across the apron — plan for the weather on the day. ✈ 1 airline (Interjet (ABC Aerolineas)) · direct flights to 1 destination incl. Mexico City (OpenFlights route data).
✈ Airlines & flight paths — 1 airline, 1 direct destination
  • Interjet (ABC Aerolineas) 4O (A320) · 1 route: Mexico City

Routes and aircraft from OpenFlights (open data; a point-in-time snapshot). * = codeshare. Linked destinations open their own guidebook. Flight numbers are not in the open data — they come from the airline or a paid schedule feed.

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Sartaneja Airport (SJX) 24 km to the centre
Sartaneja, CZL, BZ — Indoor waiting areas, but some gates board by bus or on foot across the apron — plan for the weather on the day.
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H.E Alfredo Martinez (Tower Hill) Airstrip (ORZ) 59 km to the centre
Orange Walk, OW, BZ — Indoor waiting area, but you walk out to the aircraft to board — bring an umbrella or a coat if the forecast is poor. ✈ 1 airline (Midwest Airlines (Egypt)) · direct flights to 2 destinations incl. CZH, San Pedro (OpenFlights route data).
✈ Airlines & flight paths — 1 airline, 2 direct destinations
  • Midwest Airlines (Egypt) MY (CNC) · 2 routes: CZH, San Pedro

Routes and aircraft from OpenFlights (open data; a point-in-time snapshot). * = codeshare. Linked destinations open their own guidebook. Flight numbers are not in the open data — they come from the airline or a paid schedule feed.

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Santa Cruz Airport (STU) 30 km to the centre
Santa Cruz, CZL, BZ — Indoor waiting area, but you walk out to the aircraft to board — bring an umbrella or a coat if the forecast is poor.
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Johnny Chan Chen Airstrip 18 km to the centre
Chan Chen, CZL, BZ
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Getting there by ferry

Muelle Fiscal
Ferry terminal · 1.2 km from the centre
Outdoor
Chetumal to San Pedro & Caye Caulker
Ferry route
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Chetumal to San Pedro (WJI)
Ferry route · Water Jets International
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San Pedro to Chetumal (WJI)
Ferry route · Water Jets International
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San Pedro to Chetumal (SPBE)
Ferry route · San Pedro Belize Express
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Chetumal to Caye Caulker (WJI)
Ferry route · Water Jets International
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Caye Caulker to Chetumal (WJI)
Ferry route · Water Jets International
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Caye Caulker to Chetumal (SPBE)
Ferry route · San Pedro Belize Express
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Chetumal to San Pedro and Caye Caulker (SPBE)
Ferry route · San Pedro Belize Express
Outdoor

Where things are

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When to go

Tourist season
May – September

The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.

Shoulder season
April, October

Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.

Worth avoiding
Deep winter

Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.

Getting there & around

Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Santa Cruz Airport (STU); 7 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below. By air: ORZ has direct flights to 2 destinations on 1 airline (incl. CZH, San Pedro). By water: 1 ferry terminal within 20 km (nearest: Muelle Fiscal, 1.2 km); routes include Chetumal to San Pedro & Caye Caulker, Chetumal to San Pedro (WJI), San Pedro to Chetumal (WJI).

Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Chetumal, México. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.

Coaches & shuttles

Intercity coach
Intercity coach

Tours & experiences