Travelling from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ): what you need to know
The timezone in Cuzco is UTC-5, which is one hour ahead of San Jose.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your SJO to CUZ flight.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Break up your flight or explore another city along the way with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport. Many passengers pass through El Dorado International Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Juan Santamaria International Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport flight is 156 €. A return plane ticket is currently 303 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SJO to CUZ if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when looking for a flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport.
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Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
79.83% of flights that depart Juan Santamaria International Airport reach their destination on time.
Central San Jose to Juan Santamaria International Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The journey when using public transport takes about 2 hours 20 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near SJO? If you're boarding an early flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ)
If you're landing on a late Juan Santamaria International Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these options near CUZ:
Go where the road takes you with an Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Sixt, FlexWays or Europcar and venture far and wide through Cuzco and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport around four weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) to central Cuzco
From Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport, Cuzco is approximately 3 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to drive to the centre.
It takes around 40 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ)
The quietest month for a flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Cuzco based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport for October if you want to go to Cuzco during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SJO to CUZ sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Peru
Arequipa is just one of the many cities in Peru waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Cuzco. Around 322 kilometres away to the south, top sights here include Plaza de Armas, Museo Santuarios Andinos and Museum of Andean Sanctuaries.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in Peru, consider Huancayo, roughly 386 kilometres north-west of Cuzco. Los Boques, La Planicie, Sicaya - Huancayo and Parque de Ilish Pichacoto are key highlights.
