Travelling from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Rodriguez Ballon International Airport (AQP): what you need to know
To ensure you catch your SYD to AQP flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Rodriguez Ballon International Airport (AQP)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Rodriguez Ballon International Airport flight is R 24,635. A return ticket right now is R 35,707. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To find cheap tickets from SYD to AQP, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
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Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
69.62% of flights that leave from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Central Sydney to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 25 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to SYD? If you're boarding an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Rodriguez Ballon International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Rodriguez Ballon International Airport (AQP)
If you're arriving on a late Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Rodriguez Ballon International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near AQP:
Go where the road takes you with a Rodriguez Ballon International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Sixt, Hertz or Europcar and discover more of Arequipa and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Rodriguez Ballon International Airport around two weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Rodriguez Ballon International Airport (AQP) to central Arequipa
From Rodriguez Ballon International Airport, Arequipa is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to drive to the centre.
When to fly to Rodriguez Ballon International Airport (AQP)
The quietest month for a flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Rodriguez Ballon International Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Arequipa based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Arequipa is September, with temperatures ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Book your flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Rodriguez Ballon International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from SYD to AQP in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) on average.
Explore more of Peru
Tacna is just one of the many cities in Peru waiting to be explored after you've experienced Arequipa. Around 225 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include Catedral de Tacna, Arco Parabolico and Alto de la Alianza.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in Peru, consider Juliaca, roughly 177 kilometres north-east of Arequipa. Plaza de Armas, Plaza Bolognesi and Complejo Deportivo Horacio Zeballos Gomez are the start of reasons to visit.
