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.
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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.