Flying from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) to Washington DC: what you need to know
Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport is located in Cuzco. Based in the UTC-4 timezone, Washington DC is 1 hour ahead of Cuzco.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from CUZ to Washington DC.
Travelling during a popular month such as August? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Finding a stopover on your flight from CUZ to Washington DC is easy. Whether you want to potentially save on your fare or break up your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to view your options. A major stop is El Dorado International Airport (BOG).
If you hold a passport from Peru, you'll need an embassy visa to visit United States. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport to Washington DC for tourism purposes. Requirements may change if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always consult official visa guidelines before you book and definitely before you fly.
CUZ is about 3 kilometres from central Cuzco. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 42 minutes.
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How to find the cheapest flights from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) to Washington DC
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport to Washington DC is C$383. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$650. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from CUZ to Washington DC, book as early as possible. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
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Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) is around 8 kilometres from the centre of Washington DC. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 16 minutes.
It'll take around 43 minutes if you're using public transport.
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Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) is around 56 kilometres from central Washington DC. Once you've disembarked your flight from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport to Washington DC, it'll take you around 51 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The journey will take approximately 3 hours and 26 minutes on public transport.
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Best time to go to Washington DC
July is the busiest month for flights from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport to Washington DC. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Washington DC in May when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Washington DC is July, with the temperature ranging between 19ºC and 33ºC. Book your flights from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport to Washington DC in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap flights from CUZ to Washington DC in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC and 10ºC on average.
More about Washington DC
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All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. White House Historical Association, The White House and National Mall are attractions you won't want to skip in Washington DC.
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