Travelling from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ): what you need to know
Cuzco's timezone is UTC-5, which makes Cuzco two hours ahead of San Diego.
To ensure you get on your SAN to CUZ flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way San Diego International Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport flight is R 5,921. A return plane ticket is currently R 10,627. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SAN to CUZ if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from San Diego International Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from SAN to CUZ.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from San Diego International Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport.
Handy information about San Diego International Airport (SAN)
SAN is located at Airport Drive.
Of the departures from San Diego International Airport, 71.38% arrive on time at their destination.
Central San Diego to San Diego International Airport is approximately 5 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 10 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 20 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near SAN? If you're catching an early flight from San Diego International Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ)
Book a hotel close to CUZ if you're taking a late San Diego International Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Go where the road takes you with an Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Sixt, FlexWays or Europcar and discover more of Cuzco and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport around four weeks before you set off.
Getting from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) to central Cuzco
Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport to central Cuzco has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 3 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 40 minutes.
When to fly to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ)
August is the busiest month for flights from San Diego International Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Cuzco in April.
The warmest month in Cuzco is October, with the temperature ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF). Lock in your flights from San Diego International Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
July sees average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SAN to CUZ sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
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Around 386 kilometres north-west of Cuzco, Huancayo is another essential stop in Peru. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Los Boques, La Planicie, Sicaya - Huancayo and Parque de Ilish Pichacoto.
