Travelling from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ): what you need to know
3 hours 30 minutes is the average length of a direct flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport. Cuzco is 2 hours behind Santiago and is in the UTC-5 timezone.
Each week, there are 3 flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport. If you'd like to jet off early, opt for the 09:10 LATAM Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last flight from SCL to CUZ is 15:40 with LATAM Airlines.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Finding a stopover for flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport is simple with our search tool. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see all your available options. El Dorado International Airport is a sought-after stopover when journeying from SCL to CUZ.
Remember, you may need a visa to enter Peru. Visa requirements vary and travel documentation requirements often change. Before reserving your cheap ticket from SCL to CUZ, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the most up-to-date information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport is $168. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $320. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Get cheap flight tickets from SCL to CUZ by booking 10 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The cheapest month for tickets from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
Travelling from central Santiago to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport takes around 1 hour and 14 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 21 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
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Arriving at Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ)
If you have a late flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near CUZ:
Getting from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) to central Cuzco
Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport is approximately 3 kilometres from central Cuzco. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is around 10 minutes.
It'll take around 42 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ)
August is the busiest month for flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Cuzco in April.
When reserving your flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. October is the warmest month in Cuzco, with temperatures ranging from 6ºC to 18ºC.
Look for cheap flight tickets from SCL to CUZ in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC and 17ºC on average.
More about Cuzco
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you can find the best places to stay in Cuzco right here. Browse these hotels after locking in your flight from SCL to CUZ:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Machu Picchu Cusco Trek, Sacsayhuaman and Temple of the Sun (Coricancha) are attractions you won't want to skip in Cuzco.
Complete your Cuzco trip with hotels and a car rental
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