Travelling from Mexico City to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ): what you need to know
Get your vacation planning started by considering the departure point for your flight from Mexico City to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ). Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) and Santa Lucia Air Force Base (NLU) are Mexico City's main airports.
Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport is located in Cuzco. The city operates in the UTC-5 timezone and is 1 hour ahead of Mexico City.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from Mexico City to CUZ. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Finding a stopover on your flight from Mexico City to CUZ is simple. Whether you want to potentially save on your fare or visit a new city, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to explore your options. A major stop when taking off from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is El Dorado International Airport (BOG).
From the centre of Mexico City, MEX is approximately 8 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or check the official airport website to find the best way to reach the terminal.
Booked an early flight from Mexico City to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to Benito Juarez International Airport:
Santa Lucia Air Force Base (NLU)
Break up your flight from Mexico City to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport with a stop at El Dorado International Airport (BOG). A major stopover between Santa Lucia Air Force Base and CUZ, it's the perfect opportunity to take a moment to relax.
On public transport, you can travel from central Mexico City to NLU in about 1 hour and 46 minutes. The terminal is roughly 40 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 55 minutes.
Getting the crew to the airport on time before your flight from Mexico City to CUZ is so much easier when you stay close to Santa Lucia Air Force Base. Consider checking in to Verticca Hotel the night before flying out.
About Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ)
Consider booking a hotel near CUZ if you're catching a late flight from Mexico City to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
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 42 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ)
C$307 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Mexico City to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport. Return flights start from C$547. Fares are subject to availability and may change at any time.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you want to find flight tickets from Mexico City to CUZ. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare the prices of tickets from Mexico City to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport across the month. The lowest fares are marked in green, so you can quickly pick a flight within your budget.
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The best time to fly from Mexico City to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ)
August is the most popular month to board a flight from Mexico City to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Cuzco, consider whether you like a lively atmosphere or a quieter vibe.
Before you book a flight from Mexico City to CUZ, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. October is the warmest month in Cuzco, with the temperature ranging from 6ºC to 18ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Mexico City to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 2ºC and 17ºC on average.
More about Cuzco
Start your Cuzco trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Mexico City to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Machu Picchu Cusco Trek, Sacsayhuaman and Temple of the Sun (Coricancha) are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned Cuzco itinerary.
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