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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Arequipa Airport to Cuzco Airport? If you want to travel next month, round-trip fares start from $55. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Arequipa to Cuzco

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Arequipa to Cuzco flights are currently cheapest in August.

Direct flights from Arequipa to Cuzco

Arequipa to Cuzco: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Arequipa to Cuzco below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Cuzco.

Arequipa to Cuzco: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$55
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time1 hr
Most popular airlineLATAM Airlines
Average flights per week47

Finding cheap flights from Arequipa to Cuzco: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Arequipa to Cuzco is $55. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour is the average flight time from Arequipa to Cuzco.
LATAM Airlines and LATAM Airlines Peru fly direct from Arequipa to Cuzco.
There are 51 flights per week flying from Arequipa to Cuzco, as of July 2026.
The cheapest month to fly from Arequipa to Cuzco is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Arequipa Airport to Cuzco Airport on Friday, August 28, 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Cuzco but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Cuzco is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Currently, JetSmart and LATAM Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Cuzco.

Flying from Arequipa Airport (AQP) to Cuzco Airport (CUZ): what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from Arequipa Airport to Cuzco Airport is 1 hour.

  • Arequipa and Cuzco share the same timezone, UTC-5.

  • You can choose from 19 weekly Arequipa Airport to Cuzco Airport flights. The 07:20 departure with LATAM Airlines is the earliest flight available. LATAM Airlines operates the last service of the day at 18:20.

  • Leave enough time to catch your AQP to CUZ flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're traveling during peak periods in general.

  • LATAM Airlines is your gateway to exploring Cuzco (and perhaps some other great parts of Peru!). Check out the direct flights from Arequipa Airport to Cuzco Airport offered by this carrier.

  • LATAM Airlines has the highest passenger demand on this route.

  • LATAM Airlines is the most punctual carrier that offers AQP to CUZ flights. A reliable 89.1% of its services on this route land on time.

  • Pick 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 Arequipa Airport to Cuzco Airport. Lima Airport is a popular stopover on the AQP to CUZ route.

How to find the cheapest flights from Arequipa Airport (AQP) to Cuzco Airport (CUZ)

  • At the moment, $22 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Arequipa Airport to Cuzco Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $55. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.

  • Score cheap tickets from AQP to CUZ by booking 11 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.

  • April is the cheapest month for flights from Arequipa Airport to Cuzco Airport. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.

  • Save time looking for cheap flights from AQP to CUZ by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Arequipa Airport to Cuzco Airport.

Handy information about Arequipa Airport (AQP)

  • Arequipa Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from AQP arrive on schedule 85% of the time.

  • To get to Arequipa Airport from central Arequipa, it'll take about 20 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 8 kilometers from the airport to the city center.

  • Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.

  • Booked an early flight from Arequipa Airport to Cuzco Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to AQP:

Arriving at Cuzco Airport (CUZ)

  • Consider booking a hotel near CUZ if you're catching a late Arequipa Airport to Cuzco Airport flight. Select one of these options and make your arrival easier:

  • Pick up a Cuzco Airport rental car and discover Cuzco and beyond with your own wheels. Sixt, FlexWays and Europcar are top providers you can book with here.

  • Booking your vehicle from Cuzco Airport about four weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.

When to fly to Cuzco Airport (CUZ)

  • September is the most popular month for flights from Arequipa Airport to Cuzco Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Cuzco in March.

  • Book your flight from Arequipa Airport to Cuzco Airport for November if you'd like to go to Cuzco during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF).

  • July has average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF). Search for cheap tickets from AQP to CUZ sometime then if you like cooler conditions.

Explore more of Peru

  • Arequipa is just one of the many places in Peru waiting to be discovered once you've seen Cuzco. Around 322 kilometers away to the south, popular attractions include Historic Centre of Arequipa, Plaza de Armas and Malecón Bolognesi.

  • Huancayo is another well-known destination in Peru and is around 386 kilometers north-west of Cuzco. No journey is complete without dropping by Cristo Rey, Los Pinos - Cochas Chico. Ecological Park and Mirador Chonta.

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