Travelling from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ): what you need to know
The timezone in Cuzco is UTC-5, which is 16 hours behind Sydney.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your SYD to CUZ flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport flight is R 15,957. A round-trip fare is currently R 31,472. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SYD to CUZ if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport across the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Of all flights leaving Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, 69.62% arrive on time at their destination.
To get to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport from central Sydney, it takes about 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to SYD? If you're boarding an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near CUZ instead:
Pick up an Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport rental car and discover Cuzco and beyond with your own set of wheels. Sixt, FlexWays and Europcar are well-known companies you can book with here.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport about four weeks before travelling.
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 reach the centre driving.
It takes roughly 40 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Cuzco. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Cuzco is October, with the temperature ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF). Book your flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SYD to CUZ in July. Temperatures average between 2ºC (36ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF) then.
Explore more of Peru
Arequipa is just one of the many cities in Peru waiting to be discovered after you've seen Cuzco. Around 322 kilometres away to the south, top sights here include Plaza de Armas, Museo Santuarios Andinos and Museum of Andean Sanctuaries.
Around 386 kilometres north-west of Cuzco, Huancayo is another favourite stop in Peru. Start your sightseeing at Los Boques, La Planicie, Sicaya - Huancayo and Parque de Ilish Pichacoto.