Travelling from El Salvador International Airport (SAL) to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ): what you need to know
The timezone in Cuzco is UTC-5, which is one hour ahead of San Salvador.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your SAL to CUZ flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
If you'd love to check out a different city along the way, look for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from El Salvador International Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' El Dorado International Airport is a sought-after stop between SAL and CUZ.
How to find the cheapest flights from El Salvador International Airport (SAL) to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way El Salvador International Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport flight is R 4,235. A return ticket is currently R 7,863. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SAL to CUZ if you book early. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird rates.
Getting cheap flights from El Salvador International Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices across each month and snap up a great deal.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from SAL to CUZ.
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Handy information about El Salvador International Airport (SAL)
El Salvador International Airport has an excellent on-time performance, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from SAL touch down on schedule 84.27% of the time.
Central San Salvador to El Salvador International Airport is around 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 40 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Need a handy hotel near SAL? If you've booked an early flight from El Salvador International Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ)
If you're getting in on a late El Salvador International Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these options near CUZ:
Pick up an Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport rental car and explore Cuzco and beyond with your own set of wheels. Sixt, FlexWays and Europcar are top providers to choose from here.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport about four weeks before your departure date.
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 drive to the centre.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes around 40 minutes.
When to fly to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ)
August is the most popular month for flights from El Salvador International Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Cuzco in April.
The warmest month in Cuzco is October, with temperatures ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF). Book your flights from El Salvador International Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from SAL to CUZ in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF) on average.
Explore more of Peru
You've visited Cuzco, now it's time to explore other corners of Peru. Journey around 322 kilometres south to Arequipa to tick off its top sights. From Plaza de Armas to Museo Santuarios Andinos and Museum of Andean Sanctuaries, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Huancayo is another well-known destination in Peru and is around 386 kilometres north-west of Cuzco. No trip is complete without experiencing Los Boques, La Planicie, Sicaya - Huancayo and Parque de Ilish Pichacoto.