Travelling from Tarapoto Airport (TPP) to Cuzco Airport (CUZ): what you need to know
Tarapoto and Cuzco share the UTC-5 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
To ensure you get on your TPP to CUZ flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tarapoto Airport (TPP) to Cuzco Airport (CUZ)
$133 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Tarapoto Airport to Cuzco Airport flight. Return flights start at $274. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from TPP to CUZ if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
Finding cheap flights from Tarapoto Airport to Cuzco Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across each month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about Tarapoto Airport (TPP)
When it comes to Tarapoto Airport's on-time performance, 76% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Tarapoto Airport from central Tarapoto, it takes about 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 30 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Tarapoto Airport to Cuzco Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to TPP:
Arriving at Cuzco Airport (CUZ)
Book a hotel near CUZ if you're taking a late Tarapoto Airport to Cuzco Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own speed with a Cuzco Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Sixt, FlexWays or Europcar and experience more of Cuzco and beyond.
Booking your ride from Cuzco Airport around four weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Cuzco Airport (CUZ) to central Cuzco
From Cuzco Airport, Cuzco is approximately 3 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 20 minutes.
When to fly to Cuzco Airport (CUZ)
September is the most popular month for flights from Tarapoto Airport to Cuzco Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Cuzco in March.
The warmest month in Cuzco is November, with the temperature ranging between 6ºC and 18ºC. Book your flights from Tarapoto Airport to Cuzco Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from TPP to CUZ in July. Temperatures average between 2ºC and 17ºC then.
Explore more of Peru
You've done Cuzco, now it's time to discover other corners of Peru. Journey around 322 kilometres south to Arequipa to tick off its must-visit sights. From Historic Centre of Arequipa to Plaza de Armas and Malecón Bolognesi, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're ready to explore another corner of Peru, head for Huancayo, roughly 386 kilometres north-west of Cuzco. Cristo Rey, Los Pinos - Cochas Chico. Ecological Park and Mirador Chonta are highlights.