Flying from Medellin to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ): What you need to know
Medellin's main base, Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE), is where new adventures begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Medellin to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ).
Medellin and Cuzco (where Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport is located) share the UTC-5 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch on arrival.
Your flight from Medellin to CUZ won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
With more travellers during high season, you'll want to be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will help you stay ahead of the crowds.
Airports in Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Whether you're hoping to discover a new city on the way or just have a break, we make it a breeze to find a flight with a stopover. To compare your options departing from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE), deselect 'Direct flights only.' El Dorado International Airport (BOG) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from Medellin to CUZ.
MDE is around 24 kilometres from central Medellin. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Medellin to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Jose Maria Cordova International Airport, 69.76% of flights complete their journey on time.
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
You can reach EOH from central Medellin in approximately 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport takes roughly 30 minutes to cover the 6 kilometres or so.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before your Medellin to CUZ flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport:
About Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ)
Have a late flight from Medellin to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Stay at one of these hotels near CUZ and turn out the lights sooner:
Get your adventure underway by picking up an Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Sixt, FlexWays or Europcar and explore beyond Cuzco's main sights.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Medellin to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport flight.
Getting from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) to central Cuzco
Central Cuzco is roughly 3 kilometres from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary based on time of day, so do some research before you go.
It takes around 40 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Medellin to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ)
Currently, P13,304 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Medellin to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is P21,860. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Medellin to CUZ. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when searching for your Medellin to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Medellin to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ)
Think about the kind of experience you want when deciding your trip dates. April is the quietest month to visit Cuzco. August is when most people book flights from Medellin to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ), which may be ideal if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
When booking your Medellin to CUZ plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. October is the warmest month in Cuzco, with temperatures ranging from 6ºC (43ºF) to 18ºC (64ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Medellin to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport in July when temperatures are between 2ºC (36ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF).
More about Cuzco
Start your Cuzco trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Medellin to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Temple of the Sun (Coricancha), Centro Historico de Cusco and Saqsaywaman are must-do's during your Cuzco adventure.
Explore more of Peru
Cuzco is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Peru waiting to be explored. About 290 kilometres south-east of Cuzco, a trip to Juliaca will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Plaza de Armas, Iglesia Matriz de Santa Catalina and Micaela Bastidas Park.
Ayacucho is another well-known destination in Peru and is around 257 kilometres west of Cuzco. No trip is complete without a visit to Plaza de Armas of Ayacucho, Museo de la Memoria and Templo De San Juan Bautista.