Travelling from Rio De Janeiro to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ): what you need to know
Rio De Janeiro's main base, Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG), is where many great holidays begin. Explore your departure choices from here for your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ).
Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport is located in Cuzco. The city operates in the UTC-5 timezone and is 2 hours behind Rio De Janeiro.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from Rio De Janeiro to CUZ.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and as much as four hours for international journeys. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or go over your itinerary.
Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Stopovers offer the perfect opportunity to discover a new place or just take a break during your journey. When looking for a flight from Rio De Janeiro to CUZ, deselect 'Direct flights only' to browse all potential stops. El Dorado International Airport (BOG) is an option if you're flying out of Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG).
GIG is around 18 kilometres from central Rio De Janeiro. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful travel app will give you the fastest route and available public transport options.
Have an early flight from Rio De Janeiro to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport:
About Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ)
If you have a late flight from Rio De Janeiro to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near CUZ:
Getting from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) to central Cuzco
From Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport, Cuzco is approximately 3 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 42 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio De Janeiro to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Rio De Janeiro to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport is ₹ 19,779. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 42,059. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up flight tickets from Rio De Janeiro to CUZ, book early. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across the month when searching for your ticket from Rio De Janeiro to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport.
Create a Price Alert and keep track of changes on this route through push notifications or email. You'll be the first to know when the fares drop. Good timing makes all the difference when searching for flight tickets from Rio De Janeiro to CUZ.
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,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Rio De Janeiro to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport.
The best time to fly from Rio De Janeiro to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ)
August is the busiest month to hop on a flight from Rio De Janeiro to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport while April is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Cuzco, consider whether you like a lively atmosphere or a quieter vibe.
When booking your flight from Rio De Janeiro to CUZ, think about the type of weather you enjoy. October is the warmest month in Cuzco, with the temperature ranging from 6ºC to 18ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 2ºC and 17ºC on average.
More about Cuzco
After booking your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Cuzco:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Machu Picchu Cusco Trek, Sacsayhuaman and Temple of the Sun (Coricancha) are top sights which should be on any well-planned Cuzco itinerary.
Complete your Cuzco trip with a car rental
Once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Rio De Janeiro to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport, next up is choosing one of our car rentals in Cuzco. Browse the offers and easily compare your options on pick-up convenience, price, and more.
