Flying from Cuzco Airport (CUZ) to Tarapoto Airport (TPP): what you need to know
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your CUZ to TPP flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Flying during a peak time such as September? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Enjoy a quick visit to another city or simply break up your journey with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Cuzco Airport to Tarapoto Airport. Many travellers pass through Lima Airport when flying between CUZ and TPP.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cuzco Airport (CUZ) to Tarapoto Airport (TPP)
Currently, $92 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Cuzco Airport to Tarapoto Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $221. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from CUZ to TPP if you book early. Airlines often have some terrific early bird discounts.
Finding cheap flights from Cuzco Airport to Tarapoto Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices throughout the month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about Cuzco Airport (CUZ)
Of the departures from Cuzco Airport, 74% touch down on time at their destination.
Cuzco Airport is about 3 kilometres from central Cuzco. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport usually takes 20 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to CUZ? If you're boarding an early flight from Cuzco Airport to Tarapoto Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Tarapoto Airport (TPP)
If you're coming in on a late Cuzco Airport to Tarapoto Airport flight, nothing tops 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 TPP:
Pick up a Tarapoto Airport rental car and discover corners of Tarapoto that are off the usual tourist route. Book your wheels with Sixt.
Booking your vehicle from Tarapoto Airport around three weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Tarapoto Airport (TPP) to central Tarapoto
From Tarapoto Airport, Tarapoto is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
It typically takes 30 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Tarapoto Airport (TPP)
The quietest month for a flight from Cuzco Airport to Tarapoto Airport is March, while April is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Tarapoto based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Lock in your flight from Cuzco Airport to Tarapoto Airport for September if you want to go to Tarapoto during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from CUZ to TPP in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) on average.
Explore more of Peru
Trujillo is just one of the many cities in Peru waiting to be explored after you've experienced Tarapoto. Around 338 kilometres away to the south-west, check out popular attractions including Iglesia de La Merced, Plaza de Armas de Trujillo and Playa de Huanchaco.
Chiclayo is another essential stop in Peru and is around 386 kilometres west of Tarapoto. No trip is complete without seeing Reserva Ecologica Chaparri, Huaca Ventarrón and Complejo Arqueologico Ventarron.