Travelling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ): what you need to know
The timezone in Cuzco is UTC-5, which is 16 hours behind Melbourne.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your MEL to CUZ flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
During popular months like January, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ)
674 € is the lowest price for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport flight. Return flights start from 1.210 €. These fares may change depending on demand.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from MEL to CUZ. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices across the month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Of the departures from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% land on schedule at their destination.
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is about 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of roughly 40 minutes when using public transport.
Booked an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to MEL:
Arriving at Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ)
Book a hotel close to CUZ if you're on a late Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up an Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport rental car and explore Cuzco and beyond with your own wheels. Sixt, FlexWays and Europcar are popular providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport about four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) to central Cuzco
Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport is approximately 3 kilometres from the centre of Cuzco. Driving there takes about 10 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 40 minutes.
When to fly to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ)
August is the most popular month for flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Cuzco in April.
Lock in your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport for October if you'd like to go to Cuzco during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MEL to CUZ in July. Temperatures average 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 experienced Cuzco. Around 322 kilometres away to the south, popular attractions include Plaza de Armas, Museo Santuarios Andinos and Museum of Andean Sanctuaries.
Around 386 kilometres north-west of Cuzco, Huancayo is another essential stop in Peru. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Los Boques, La Planicie, Sicaya - Huancayo and Parque de Ilish Pichacoto.