Travelling from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) to Puerto Maldonado Airport (PEM): what you need to know
Around 1 hour is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport to Puerto Maldonado Airport.
You can choose from five weekly Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport to Puerto Maldonado Airport flights. The 11:45 departure with LATAM Airlines is the earliest you can take. LATAM Airlines operates the last service of the day at 11:45.
To ensure you catch your CUZ to PEM flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak time like August? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Travelling to Puerto Maldonado (and then discovering more of Peru!) is a cinch with LATAM Airlines. This popular airline offers direct flights from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport to Puerto Maldonado Airport.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is LATAM Airlines.
With 70.49% of services landing as planned, LATAM Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering CUZ to PEM flights.
How to find the cheapest flights from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) to Puerto Maldonado Airport (PEM)
ر.ق. 66 is currently the best price for a one-way Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport to Puerto Maldonado Airport flight. A return flight starts at ر.ق. 139. These fares may change depending on availability.
Get cheap tickets from CUZ to PEM by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport to Puerto Maldonado Airport. If you want to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.
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Handy information about Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport, data shows 68.13% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport is about 3 kilometres from central Cuzco. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of roughly 40 minutes when using public transport.
Need a convenient hotel near CUZ? If you've booked an early flight from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport to Puerto Maldonado Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Puerto Maldonado Airport (PEM)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport to Puerto Maldonado Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near PEM instead:
Getting from Puerto Maldonado Airport (PEM) to central Puerto Maldonado
From Puerto Maldonado Airport, Puerto Maldonado is approximately 3 kilometres away. It takes around 5 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Puerto Maldonado Airport (PEM)
The quietest month for a flight from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport to Puerto Maldonado Airport is April, while January is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Puerto Maldonado based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When booking your flight from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport to Puerto Maldonado Airport, think about the type of weather you like. September is the warmest month in Puerto Maldonado, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC to 38ºC.
July sees average temperatures of between 17ºC and 32ºC. Search for cheap tickets from CUZ to PEM sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Peru
You've visited Puerto Maldonado, now it's time to explore more of Peru. Travel around 499 kilometres south-west to Arequipa to tick off its leading attractions. From Plaza de Armas to Museo Santuarios Andinos and Museum of Andean Sanctuaries, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're looking to explore another side of Peru, consider Juliaca, roughly 338 kilometres south of Puerto Maldonado. Plaza de Armas, Plaza Bolognesi and Complejo Deportivo Horacio Zeballos Gomez are among its highlights.
