Flying from Seattle to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ): What you need to know
Seattle is home to two main airports where you can start your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Seattle to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) taking off from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) or Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE).
Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport is located in Cuzco. The city runs on the UTC-5 timezone and is two hours ahead of Seattle.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from Seattle to CUZ.
In peak travel periods, expect longer wait times and arrive earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international trips.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
SEA is around 23 kilometres from central Seattle. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 55 minutes.
Have an early flight from Seattle to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport has a solid on-time performance, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from SEA land at their destination as scheduled 81.27% of the time.
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
On public transport, you can travel from central Seattle to LKE in around 25 minutes. The terminal is roughly 3 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 10 minutes.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport the day before your Seattle to CUZ flight:
About Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ)
Reserve a hotel close to CUZ if you have a late flight from Seattle to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and call it a night faster:
Pick up an Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport rental car and discover Cuzco and beyond with your own set of wheels. Sixt, FlexWays and Europcar are top outlets you can book with here.
Booking your ride around four weeks in advance of your Seattle to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
Getting from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) to central Cuzco
Central Cuzco is roughly 3 kilometres from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary based on time of day and traffic conditions, so do a little research before you go.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ)
$1,062 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport. Return flights start from $1,823. These fares can change depending on availability.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Seattle to CUZ. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
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The best time to fly from Seattle to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ)
August is the busiest month for flights from Seattle to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ). Plan your visit to Cuzco in April if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Cuzco is October, with temperatures ranging between 6ºC and 18ºC. Book your Seattle to CUZ flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Search for cheap tickets from Seattle to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport in July if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC and 17ºC.
More about Cuzco
After booking your flight from Seattle to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Cuzco:
Temple of the Sun (Coricancha) and Centro Historico de Cusco are just two of the major attractions to put on your Cuzco travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Saqsaywaman.
Explore more of Peru
Cuzco has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Peru just waiting to be explored. About 290 kilometres south-east of Cuzco, a trip to Juliaca will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Plaza de Armas, Iglesia Matriz de Santa Catalina and Micaela Bastidas Park.
Around 257 kilometres west of Cuzco, Ayacucho is another favourite stop in Peru. No visit is complete without checking out Plaza de Armas of Ayacucho, Museo de la Memoria and Templo De San Juan Bautista.