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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Arequipa to Cusco:

• Earliest: departs at 7:30 am and lands at 8:30 am
• Latest: departs at 6:10 pm and lands at 7:10 pm.

The flight takes about 1h.

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Arequipa to Cusco:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class

A nonstop flight from Arequipa to Cusco takes 1h, covering 195 miles.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

Round-trip flights from Arequipa to Cusco range from $79 to $129, with an average of $99 over the past 12 months. Anything below $79 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 38% above the $99 route average. Book 21 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $98 round-trip via Lima J Chavez Intl (LIM), compared to $106 for nonstop.

Sky Airline is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while LATAM Airlines has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Arequipa to Cusco flights are:

• Sky Airline: 100% on time
• LATAM Airlines: 93% on time
• JetSMART: 83% on time

Overall, flights on this route are punctual 93% of the time on average.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $26–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Airbus A320-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by LATAM Airlines and JetSMART. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A319 variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Arequipa to Cusco flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 50%, afternoon flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $54 to $424. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

One-way fares from Arequipa to Cusco are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $42, which is 30% below the typical average for this route.

Cusco Velazco Astete Airport (CUZ) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $46 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Sixt
• Hertz
• Thrifty
• Europcar
• Dollar

Flights from Arequipa to Cusco usually depart from Arequipa Rodriguez Ballon (AQP) and arrive at Cusco Velazco Astete (CUZ).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Arequipa to Cusco route, 7% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1h 04m.

Most connecting flights from Arequipa to Cusco pass through Lima J Chavez Intl (LIM), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 11% on flights from Arequipa to Cusco. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $94 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $105, a difference of $11.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Only LATAM Airlines operates flights between Arequipa and Cusco.

Some of the most popular sights in Cusco are Plaza de Armas, UNSAAC-Yale International Center for the Study of Machu Picchu and Inca Culture and Cusco San Pedro Market. These are among the most viewed places in Cusco on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Arequipa to Cusco flights:

• LATAM Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• LATAM Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

You can request special meals on Arequipa to Cusco flights, such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, or any other specific dietary requirements. LATAM Airlines allows passengers to make special meal requests while booking or at least 24 hours before the flight departure.

Arequipa to Cusco flights offers different classes of tickets. For instance, LATAM Airlines provides Basic, Light, Plus, and Top classes. Additionally, JetSMART offers Economy, Premium Economy, Business Class, and First Class so you can select the most suitable option for your travel preferences.

Upgrading to a first-class seat on your Arequipa to Cusco flight offers several advantages for a connecting flight that could take over 7 hours. You'll experience superior comfort, more legroom, and better amenities, allowing you to relax and arrive at your destination refreshed and ready to explore.

JetSMART and LATAM Airlines are the two airlines that provide layovers at Lima J Chavez Intl (LIM) for flights from Arequipa to Cusco. You can book any of the airlines for your flight to enjoy an opportunity of stretching your legs in the capital city of Peru.