Flying from Rodriguez Ballon International Airport (AQP) to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Rodriguez Ballon International Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour.
Arequipa and Cuzco share the same timezone, UTC-5.
Take your pick of 33 weekly Rodriguez Ballon International Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport flights. The 07:25 departure with LATAM Airlines is the earliest available. JetSMART operates the latest service of the day at 18:12.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your AQP to CUZ flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Getting to Cuzco (and then discovering more of Peru!) is easy with JetSMART. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Rodriguez Ballon International Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport.
JetSMART is the top choice for travellers on this route.
The most punctual carrier offering AQP to CUZ flights is LATAM Airlines. Its services arrive as planned 79.41% of the time.
Opt for a stopover if you'd like to break up your flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to look at all your options for tickets from Rodriguez Ballon International Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport. Jorge Chavez International Airport is a popular stopover on the AQP to CUZ route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rodriguez Ballon International Airport (AQP) to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ)
£24 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Rodriguez Ballon International Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport flight. A return flight starts from £51. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
Book five months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from AQP to CUZ.
The cheapest month for flights from Rodriguez Ballon International Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Rodriguez Ballon International Airport (AQP)
When it comes to Rodriguez Ballon International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 79.23% of flights complete their journey on time.
To reach Rodriguez Ballon International Airport from central Arequipa, it'll take about 25 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 6 miles from the airport to the city centre.
Taking an early flight from Rodriguez Ballon International Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to AQP:
Arriving at Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ)
If you're landing on a late Rodriguez Ballon International Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near CUZ:
Pick up an Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport rental car and explore Cuzco and beyond with your own set of wheels. Sixt, FlexWays and Europcar are top outlets you can book with here.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport around four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) to central Cuzco
Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport to central Cuzco has a drive time of around 10 minutes. It's approximately 2 miles away.
It'll take around 40 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Rodriguez Ballon International Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Cuzco. If you want a quieter vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from Rodriguez Ballon International Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. October is the warmest month in Cuzco, with temperatures ranging from 6ºC (43ºF) to 18ºC (64ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from AQP to CUZ in July. Average temperatures are between 2ºC (36ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF) then.
Explore more of Peru
Arequipa is just one of the many cities in Peru waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Cuzco. Around 200 miles away to the south, well-known attractions include Plaza de Armas, Museo Santuarios Andinos and Museum of Andean Sanctuaries.
Huancayo is another sought-after destination in Peru and is around 240 miles north-west of Cuzco. No journey is complete without dropping by Los Boques, La Planicie, Sicaya - Huancayo and Parque de Ilish Pichacoto.