Flying from Arequipa Airport (AQP) to Iquitos Airport (IQT): what you need to know
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to board your AQP to IQT flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Explore another city along the way or simply break up your flight with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Arequipa Airport to Iquitos Airport. Many passengers pass through Lima Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Arequipa Airport (AQP) to Iquitos Airport (IQT)
At the moment, R 1,330 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Arequipa Airport to Iquitos Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 2,931. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from AQP to IQT, book ahead. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Arequipa Airport to Iquitos Airport throughout the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from AQP to IQT.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Arequipa Airport to Iquitos Airport.
Handy information about Arequipa Airport (AQP)
Arequipa Airport has a strong on-time record, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from AQP land on schedule 85% of the time.
Arequipa Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Arequipa. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of around 30 minutes on public transport.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near AQP. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Arequipa Airport to Iquitos Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Iquitos Airport (IQT)
Consider staying in a hotel near IQT if you're catching a late Arequipa Airport to Iquitos Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
When to fly to Iquitos Airport (IQT)
The quietest month for a flight from Arequipa Airport to Iquitos Airport is March, while May is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Iquitos based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Iquitos is September, with the temperature ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF). Book your flights from Arequipa Airport to Iquitos Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
July has average temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Search for cheap tickets from AQP to IQT around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Peru
Iquitos has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Peru you'll want to see. Around 483 kilometres south-west of Iquitos, a visit to Moyobamba will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Mirador Punta de Doñe, Banos Termales San Mateo and Museo Departamental San Martín.
Time for another stop? Make your way to Yurimaguas. It's around 402 kilometres south-west of Iquitos and is known for highlights like Museo De Yurimaguas Xiloteca Chambira.