Flying from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport.
Cuzco's timezone is UTC-5, which makes Cuzco two hours behind Santiago.
Every week, there are three Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport flights. To take off early, select the 14:40 LATAM Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure is at 15:40 with LATAM Airlines.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your SCL to CUZ flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
Travelling to Cuzco (and then exploring more of Peru!) is a cinch with LATAM Airlines. This popular airline offers direct flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport.
Most travellers choose to travel with LATAM Airlines on this route.
LATAM Airlines ranks as the top on-time carrier for SCL to CUZ flights, with 84.09% of services reaching their destination on schedule.
Choose a stopover if you'd love to break up your flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to see the options for tickets from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport. Jorge Chavez International Airport is a popular stopover on the SCL to CUZ route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ)
Currently, $147 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $297. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Score cheap tickets from SCL to CUZ by booking at least seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from SCL to CUZ.
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Handy information about Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
Arturo Merino Benitez Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 82.58% of flights that depart SCL land on time.
Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Santiago. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near SCL. Whether you're catching an early flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on an Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near CUZ instead:
Pick up an Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport rental car and discover Cuzco and beyond with your own wheels. Sixt, FlexWays and Europcar are leading providers to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport around four weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) to central Cuzco
Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport is roughly 3 kilometres from central Cuzco. The drive time takes around 10 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport typically takes 40 minutes.
When to fly to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ)
The quietest month for a flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Cuzco based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Cuzco is October, with the temperature ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF). Book your flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
July sees average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SCL to CUZ sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Peru
Arequipa is just one of the many places in Peru waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Cuzco. Around 322 kilometres away to the south, well-known attractions 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. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Los Boques, La Planicie, Sicaya - Huancayo and Parque de Ilish Pichacoto.