Flying from Rio de Janeiro to Cusco Alejandro Velasco Astete Intl Airport (CUZ): What you need to know
Cuzco is two hours behind Rio de Janeiro. Cusco Alejandro Velasco Astete Intl Airport is located in Cuzco, which is in the UTC-5 timezone.
Your flight from Rio de Janeiro to CUZ won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Flying during a peak time like January? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG)
You might be able to make your cheap flight from Rio de Janeiro to CUZ even cheaper by adding a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search to find which cities you could pass through. Bogota El Dorado International Airport (BOG) is an option when departing from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG).
Located around 19 kilometres from the centre of Rio de Janeiro, GIG can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour.
Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Rio de Janeiro to Cusco Alejandro Velasco Astete Intl Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels are just the thing:
Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 80% of flights that take off from GIG arrive at their destination as scheduled.
Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
With public transport, you can travel from central Rio de Janeiro to SDU in about 20 minutes. The terminal is roughly 5 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 10 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your Rio de Janeiro to CUZ flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport:
79% of flights departing Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About Cusco Alejandro Velasco Astete Intl Airport (CUZ)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Rio de Janeiro to Cusco Alejandro Velasco Astete Intl Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near CUZ:
To get the lowest price, book your ride around four weeks in advance of your Rio de Janeiro to Cusco Alejandro Velasco Astete Intl Airport flight.
Getting from Cusco Alejandro Velasco Astete Intl Airport (CUZ) to central Cuzco
Cusco Alejandro Velasco Astete Intl Airport is roughly 3 kilometres from central Cuzco. How long it'll take to get there in a car hire or taxi will depend on the time of day. Do some research before you go.
Travelling by public transport takes around 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio de Janeiro to Cusco Alejandro Velasco Astete Intl Airport (CUZ)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Cusco Alejandro Velasco Astete Intl Airport is 164 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 354 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro to CUZ, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first released.
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The best time to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Cusco Alejandro Velasco Astete Intl Airport (CUZ)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when deciding the best time to fly. December is the quietest month to visit Cuzco. June is when most people book flights from Rio de Janeiro to Cusco Alejandro Velasco Astete Intl Airport (CUZ), which may be ideal if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
Book a Rio de Janeiro to CUZ plane ticket departing in November if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Cuzco to range from 6ºC (43ºF) to 18ºC (64ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Cusco Alejandro Velasco Astete Intl Airport in July when temperatures are between 2ºC (36ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF).
More about Cuzco
Start your Cuzco trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Rio de Janeiro to Cusco Alejandro Velasco Astete Intl Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
There are plenty of fantastic things to do in Cuzco when you're ready to go sightseeing. Kick off your exploring at Temple of the Sun (Coricancha) followed by Centro Historico de Cusco and Saqsaywaman.
Explore more of Peru
You've done Cuzco, now it's time to discover other corners of Peru. Travel about 290 kilometres southeast to Juliaca to tick off its leading sights. From Museo de sitio to MIRADOR CRISTO BLANCO and Tambopata. Park, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Ayacucho is another essential stop in Peru and is around 257 kilometres west of Cuzco. No journey is complete without dropping by Plaza de Armas of Ayacucho, Museo de la Memoria and Templo Santa Ana.