Travelling from Cuzco Airport (CUZ) to Lima Airport (LIM): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Cuzco Airport to Lima Airport is 1 hour 35 minutes.
Cuzco and Lima follow the same timezone, UTC-5.
You can choose from 265 weekly Cuzco Airport to Lima Airport flights. The 04:15 departure with LATAM Airlines is the earliest you can take. LATAM Airlines operates the last service of the day at 23:55.
To ensure you get on your CUZ to LIM flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like September, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
You can travel nonstop to Lima, Peru. Prepare for takeoff with one of these airlines that offer direct flights from Cuzco Airport to Lima Airport:
LATAM Airlines has the highest passenger demand on this route.
The most punctual carrier that operates CUZ to LIM flights is LATAM Airlines. Its services arrive as scheduled 72.45% of the time.
Opt for a stopover if you want to break up your flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to see all your options for tickets from Cuzco Airport to Lima Airport. Bogota Airport is a top stopover on the CUZ to LIM route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cuzco Airport (CUZ) to Lima Airport (LIM)
$49 is the lowest price for a one-way Cuzco Airport to Lima Airport flight. Return flights start at $108. These fares can change depending on demand.
Score cheap tickets from CUZ to LIM by booking 11 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Cuzco Airport to Lima Airport. If you'd like to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
Save time looking for cheap flights from CUZ to LIM by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Cuzco Airport to Lima Airport.
Handy information about Cuzco Airport (CUZ)
When it comes to Cuzco Airport's on-time performance, 74% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To reach Cuzco Airport from central Cuzco, it takes around 15 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 3 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 20 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Cuzco Airport to Lima Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to CUZ:
Arriving at Lima Airport (LIM)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Cuzco Airport to Lima Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near LIM instead:
Grab a Lima Airport rental car and explore Lima and beyond with your own wheels. Sixt, Alamo and Budget are well-known companies to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Lima Airport around three weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Lima Airport (LIM) to central Lima
From Lima Airport, Lima is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Lima Airport (LIM)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Cuzco Airport to Lima Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Lima. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your flight from Cuzco Airport to Lima Airport, consider the type of weather you like. February is the warmest month in Lima, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC to 26ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CUZ to LIM in August. Average temperatures are between 14ºC and 21ºC then.
Explore more of Peru
Lima is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Peru just waiting to be discovered. About 11 kilometres west of Lima, a visit to Callao will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Islas Palomino, Malecón Pardo La Punta - Callao and Fortaleza Real Felipe.
Around 483 kilometres north-west of Lima, Trujillo is another favourite stop in Peru. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Iglesia de La Merced, Plaza de Armas de Trujillo and Playa de Huanchaco.