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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Lima to Cusco:

• Earliest: departs at 04:30 and lands at 05:53
• Latest: departs at 23:40 and lands at 01:03.

The flight takes about 1h 23m.

Only Economy class is available on flights from Lima to Cusco.

A direct flight from Lima to Cusco takes 1h 23m, covering 942 km.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driving licence.

Return flights from Lima to Cusco range from $155 to $225, with an average of $184 over the past 12 months. Anything below $155 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 27% above the $184 route average. Book 18 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, direct flights are cheaper than stopover options on average. Direct fares average $184 return, compared with $603 via a stopover through Arequipa Rodriguez Ballon (AQP).

Sky Airline is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while LATAM Airlines has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Lima to Cusco flights are:

• Sky Airline: 93% on time
• LATAM Airlines: 92% on time
• JetSMART: 91% on time

On average, flights on this route are punctual 92% of the time.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $19–$178 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Airbus A320-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by JetSMART and LATAM Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320neo variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Lima to Cusco flights, with 46% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 24%, Evening flights for 18%, and Night flights for 12%.

One-way fares from Lima to Cusco are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $103, which is 10% below the typical average for this route.

Cusco Velazco Astete Airport (CUZ) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $5 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Sixt
• Hertz
• Thrifty
• Europcar
• Dollar

Flights from Lima to Cusco usually depart from Lima J Chavez Intl (LIM) and arrive at Cusco Velazco Astete (CUZ).

Night flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Lima to Cusco route, 8% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 32m.

Connecting flights from Lima to Cusco most commonly pass through:

• Bogotá El Dorado (BOG) – 67% of one-stop connections
• Arequipa Rodriguez Ballon (AQP) – 33% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 7% on flights from Lima to Cusco. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $180 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $192, a difference of $12.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

3 airlines operate flights between Lima and Cusco. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• LATAM Airlines
• Sky Airline
• JetSMART

Flying via Arequipa Rodriguez Ballon (AQP) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 4h 27m, compared to 8h 33m via Bogotá El Dorado (BOG).

Among airlines operating Lima to Cusco flights:

• JetSMART: offers free seat selection
• Sky Airline: offers free seat selection
• LATAM Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• JetSMART: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Sky Airline: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• LATAM Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Regardless of the class, you are flying, there are three lounges you can relax in before your flight to Cusco. The Caral VP Lounge is located in the domestic concourse on the second floor, where you’ll be able to enjoy showers and a place to rest before your flight. The El Salon by Newrest lounge is located by Gate 13, however, you’ll need a membership to enter. Here you’ll find refreshments, showers, and much more.

While there aren’t any hotels at the airport, there are several within walking distance of the hotel for you to choose from. The Wayqey Hotel is located about 10min from the airport and Hotel Sonnenthal Cusco is also about 10min away. The latter offers an airport shuttle service if you prefer not to walk.

Yes, you’ll find that there are several companies for you to choose from once landing. Car hire companies such as Hertz, Europcar, Budget, and Avis have desks located in Terminal 3 where you can hire a car. Other companys’ desks can be found throughout the airport, such as Alamo, which is in the domestic baggage claim area.

CUZ Airport is about 3.4 miles from the historic centre of Cusco (Plaza de Armas), which is around a 20min car ride. From the airport, you can catch a shared-ride minibus, called a “combi”, from outside the airport terminal exit. There is also the option of a taxi, but they are unmetered and you can expect to pay around 10–14 PEN (2–3 GBP) to get to the centre.