The fastest way to get to Cusco from anywhere is by flying. There are several airlines that offer daily flights to the city of Cusco. The travel time depends on the distance from where you are. Find out all the information about flights arriving and departing from Cusco here.
The Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport is located just 30 minutes from the center of the city of Cusco. Although it is considered “international”, it only receives flights from certain points outside the country and is more oriented to domestic destinations.
Lima - Cusco Flights
Air services between Cusco and Lima offer an efficient connection between two key destinations in Peru. Flights from Lima to Cusco are generally direct, and with a daily departure frequency, however, it is advisable to buy the travel ticket in advance and more so if you are thinking of traveling during the high season (May - August). It is also likely that during the high season you will find offers and discounts on flights.
The approximate flight time is 1 hour 20 minutes to 1 hour 45 minutes, during the rainy season there may be delays at some times. The route is operated by the following airlines:
Latam
Frequency: Daily
Travel duration: 1 h 20 m approx.
Type: Direct
Prices: Prices vary depending on the season and demand.
Sky
Frequency: Daily
Travel duration: 1 h 25 m approx.
Type: Direct
Prices: Prices vary depending on the season and demand.
JetSmart
Frequency: Daily
Travel duration: 1 h 23 m approx.
Type: Direct
Prices: Prices vary depending on the season and demand.
Flights Cusco - Arequipa
Flights between Cusco and Arequipa offer fast and efficient access to the most popular destinations in southern Peru. The direct flight takes approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes, whereas the flight with stopovers takes an average of 5 hours 30 minutes. The route is operated by the following airlines:
JetSmart
Frequency: Daily
Travel duration: 5 hours 34 minutes approx.
Type: With stopover in Lima
Prices: Prices vary depending on the season and demand.
Latam
Frequency: Daily
Travel duration: 1 hour 5 minutes approx.
Type: Direct
Prices: Prices vary depending on the season and demand.
Flights Cusco - Juliaca
Flights from Cusco to Juliaca are not direct and require a stopover in the city of Lima, with an average flight time of 5 hours. The route is operated by:
Latam
Frequency: Daily
Travel duration: 4 hours 50 minutes approx.
Type: With stopover in Lima
Prices: Prices vary depending on the season and demand.
Flights from Cusco to Puerto Maldonado
Flights from Cusco to Puerto Maldonado have a flight duration of approximately 1 hour, this route provides quick and convenient access to the Amazon rainforest. However, it is very difficult to find direct daily flights, as these are only offered during high season and a few days a week. The approximate stopover time is 6 hours. The route is operated by:
Latam
Frequency: Daily
Travel duration: 5 h 35 m approx.
Type: With stopover in Lima
Prices: Prices vary depending on the season and demand.
Flights from Cusco to La Paz (Bolivia)
Flights connecting the city of Cusco and the Bolivian city of La Paz vary depending on the airline, as flights are offered with and without stopovers. The route is operated by the following airlines:
Avianca
Frequency: Daily
Travel duration: 1 h 20 m approx.
Type: Direct
Prices: Prices vary depending on the season and demand.
Latam
Frequency: Daily
Duration of the trip: 5 h 50 m approx.
Type: With a stopover in Lima
Prices: Prices vary depending on the season and demand.
Requirements for traveling by plane to Cusco
Passport
The passport must be valid for at least 6 months at the time of travel.
If your passport is about to expire, it is advisable to renew it before traveling.
Citizens of Colombia, Bolivia, Ecuador, Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Paraguay and Uruguay do not require a passport, only their national ID and physical identification.
Visa
Citizens of Canada, the United States and Mexico do NOT need a visa to enter Peru.
Citizens of Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua and El Salvador DO need a visa to enter Peru.
If you are from South America, only Venezuelan citizens need a tourist visa to visit Peru.
In the case of citizens belonging to the European Union, they do not require a visa to visit Peru. If you are a citizen of the Pacific Alliance (Chile, Colombia and Mexico) the visa requirement is waived.
To verify the requirements in more detail, we recommend you visit the website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
You can also contact the Peruvian embassy in your country for more information.
Cusco is famous for Sacsayhuaman, Coricancha, Ollantaytambo and, above all, Machu Picchu. Of course, there are many other tourist attractions as well. Among them are Pisac, Chinchero, Choquequirao, Maras, Moray and the Rainbow Mountain. But have you heard of Piquillacta, Tres Cruces de Oro or the Putucusi mountain?
