Travelling from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ): what you need to know
Cuzco's timezone is UTC-5, making Cuzco one hour behind Washington DC.
To ensure you get on your IAD to CUZ flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Pick a stopover if you prefer to break up your flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options for tickets from Washington Dulles International Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport. El Dorado International Airport is a popular stopover on the IAD to CUZ route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Washington Dulles International Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport flight is P25,651. A return plane ticket is currently P37,082. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To score cheap tickets from IAD to CUZ, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price in every month when looking for your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport.
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Handy information about Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
IAD is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.
When it comes to Washington Dulles International Airport's on-time performance, 74.39% of flights complete their journey on time.
Washington Dulles International Airport is about 56 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 3 hours 25 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to IAD? If you've booked an early flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ)
If you're getting in on a late Washington Dulles International Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these options near CUZ:
Begin your adventure by picking up an Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Sixt, FlexWays or Europcar and explore beyond Cuzco's main sights.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport about four weeks ahead.
Getting from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) to central Cuzco
Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport is roughly 3 kilometres from the centre of Cuzco. The drive time takes around 10 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
When to fly to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ)
The quietest month for a flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Cuzco based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Cuzco is October, with temperatures ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF). Lock in your flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
July sees average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF). Look for cheap tickets from IAD to CUZ sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Peru
You've seen Cuzco, now it's time to explore more of Peru. Journey around 322 kilometres south to Arequipa to tick off its leading attractions. From Plaza de Armas to Museo Santuarios Andinos and Museum of Andean Sanctuaries, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Huancayo is another favourite destination in Peru and is around 386 kilometres north-west of Cuzco. No trip is complete without a visit to Los Boques, La Planicie, Sicaya - Huancayo and Parque de Ilish Pichacoto.
