Travelling from Los Angeles to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ): what you need to know
Los Angeles is home to two main airports where you can start your adventure. Explore your options for booking a flight from Los Angeles to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) flying out of Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY).
Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport is located in Cuzco. The city operates in the UTC-5 timezone and is 2 hours ahead of Los Angeles.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Los Angeles to CUZ. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
If you're going away during a peak month like July, get to the terminal even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. You can expect lines to be longer during vacation periods like summer, Christmas and New Year.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
LAX is roughly 32 kilometres from the centre of Los Angeles. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential traveller tool will give you the quickest route and available public transport options.
Want a stress-free start to your break? Stay near Los Angeles International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Los Angeles to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Los Angeles to VNY in around 1 hour and 41 minutes. The terminal is roughly 32 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 34 minutes.
You're going on vacation, so why not spend an additional night away? Consider checking in to one of these hotels near Van Nuys Airport the day before your flight from Los Angeles to CUZ:
About Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Los Angeles to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near CUZ instead:
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'll take around 42 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ)
C$445 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport. Return flights start from C$985. Prices may vary depending on availability at the time of booking.
We recommend booking as soon as you can to get flight tickets from Los Angeles to CUZ. You're more likely to snag a great deal and enjoy a wider selection of flight times and dates.
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The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ)
April is the quietest time to travel to Cuzco. Alternatively, join the crowds and go in August. This is the most popular month for flights from Los Angeles to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport, but the best time to go is your call.
Think about the kind of weather that'll work with your plans for Cuzco. The warmest month is October. Book your flights from Los Angeles to CUZ sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 6ºC and 18ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Los Angeles to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC and 17ºC on average.
More about Cuzco
After locking in your flight from Los Angeles to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Cuzco:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Machu Picchu Cusco Trek, Sacsayhuaman and Temple of the Sun (Coricancha) are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned Cuzco itinerary.
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