Cheap Flights from Puerto Maldonado (PEM) to Cuzco (CUZ)

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

Direct flights from Puerto Maldonado to Cuzco

Puerto Maldonado to Cuzco: Alternative routes

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

Puerto Maldonado to Cuzco: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$74
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time47 mins
Most popular airlineLATAM Airlines
Average flights per week43

Finding cheap flights from Puerto Maldonado to Cuzco: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Puerto Maldonado to Cuzco is $74. 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.
47 minutes is the average flight time from Puerto Maldonado to Cuzco.
LATAM Airlines, LATAM Airlines Peru and Sky Airline fly direct from Puerto Maldonado to Cuzco.
As of May 2025, there are 43 flights per week flying from Puerto Maldonado to Cuzco.
The cheapest month to fly from Puerto Maldonado to Cuzco is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Puerto Maldonado Airport to Cuzco Airport on Saturday, 19 July 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 47 minutes.
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, Sky Airline offers the cheapest flight tickets to Cuzco.

Flying from Puerto Maldonado Airport (PEM) to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ): what you need to know

  • Around 50 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Puerto Maldonado Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport.

  • Puerto Maldonado and Cuzco are both in the UTC-5 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.

  • Flights from PEM to CUZ start from 13:25 — the earliest with LATAM Airlines. The latest departure is at 13:25 with LATAM Airlines. Overall, there are 14 weekly Puerto Maldonado Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport flights.

  • Give yourself enough time to catch your PEM to CUZ flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months such as January, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.

  • Getting to Cuzco (and then exploring more of Peru!) is a cinch with LATAM Airlines. This popular airline offers direct flights from Puerto Maldonado Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport.

  • The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is LATAM Airlines.

  • The most punctual carrier operating PEM to CUZ flights is LATAM Airlines. Its services land without delay 70.49% of the time.

How to find the cheapest flights from Puerto Maldonado Airport (PEM) to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ)

  • The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Puerto Maldonado Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport flight is $33. A return plane ticket is currently $74. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.

  • Get cheap tickets from PEM to CUZ by booking at least eight months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Puerto Maldonado Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.

  • There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment the price changes on cheap flights from PEM to CUZ.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Puerto Maldonado Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport.

Handy information about Puerto Maldonado Airport (PEM)

  • 75.95% of flights that depart Puerto Maldonado Airport land at their destination on schedule.

  • Central Puerto Maldonado to Puerto Maldonado Airport is around 3 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 5 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.

  • Looking for a convenient hotel close to PEM? If you're boarding an early flight from Puerto Maldonado Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ)

  • If you're landing on a late Puerto Maldonado Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these options near CUZ:

  • Get your adventure underway by picking up an Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Sixt, FlexWays or Europcar and explore beyond Cuzco's main sights.

  • Booking your vehicle from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport around four weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.

Getting from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) to central Cuzco

  • Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport is approximately 3 kilometres from central Cuzco. Driving there takes about 10 minutes.

  • Getting there on public transport takes around 40 minutes.

When to fly to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Puerto Maldonado Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Cuzco based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • The warmest month in Cuzco is October, with temperatures ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF). Book your flights from Puerto Maldonado Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.

  • For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from PEM to CUZ in July. Average temperatures are between 2ºC (36ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF) then.

Explore more of Peru

  • Arequipa is just one of the many cities in Peru waiting to be explored after you've seen Cuzco. Around 322 kilometres away to the south, top sights here include Plaza de Armas, Museo Santuarios Andinos and Museum of Andean Sanctuaries.

  • Around 386 kilometres north-west of Cuzco, Huancayo is another favourite stop in Peru. No visit is complete without checking out Los Boques, La Planicie, Sicaya - Huancayo and Parque de Ilish Pichacoto.

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