Travelling from New York to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ): What you need to know
You can choose from multiple airports when planning your flight from New York to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ). Explore your options for jetting out of John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA).
Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport is located in Cuzco. The city operates on the UTC-5 timezone and is one hour behind New York.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from New York to CUZ.
With more travellers during peak seasons, plan to get to your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow for additional wait times.
Airports in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Whether you're hoping to explore another city as part of your journey or just take a break, we make it easy to find a flight with a stopover. To compare your options leaving from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), deselect 'Direct flights only.' El Dorado International Airport (BOG) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from New York to CUZ.
JFK is about 48 kilometres from central New York. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Searching for a comfortable hotel close to John F. Kennedy International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from New York to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
74.1% of flights that take off from John F. Kennedy International Airport reach their destination on time.
The address for JFK is JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Work a stopover into your journey at El Dorado International Airport (BOG). It's a key transfer point for flights from New York to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) leaving Newark Liberty International Airport.
Using public transport, you can travel from central New York to EWR in around 1 hour 10 minutes. The terminal is roughly 24 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 30 minutes.
Flying off with the first light? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Newark Liberty International Airport the day before your New York to CUZ flight:
73.3% of flights out of Newark Liberty International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
EWR is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
LGA is around 18 kilometres from central New York. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 25 minutes. If you're thinking about taking public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour.
Set yourself up for a smooth departure — stay close to LaGuardia Airport and know you'll reach your gate with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early New York to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport flight:
LGA has a solid on-time arrivals rating of 80.0%, so you can count on your flight to stay on schedule and touch down as expected.
LaGuardia Airport is located at Hangar 7 Centre.
About Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ)
If you have a late flight from New York to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near CUZ:
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Getting from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) to central Cuzco
Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport to central Cuzco is roughly 3 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, plan ahead to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times can vary based on traffic conditions and the time of day.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ)
At the moment, RM957 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM2,299. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from New York to CUZ if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from New York to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ)
Think about the kind of experience you want when planning the timing of your trip. April is the quietest month to go to Cuzco. August is when most people book flights from New York to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ), which may be ideal if you're chasing more action.
The warmest month in Cuzco is October, with temperatures ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF). Lock in your New York to CUZ plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Search for cheap tickets from New York to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF).
More about Cuzco
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Cuzco right here. Explore these options after locking in your flight from New York to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Temple of the Sun (Coricancha), Centro Historico de Cusco and Saqsaywaman are essential stops on your Cuzco itinerary.
Explore more of Peru
Juliaca is just one of the many cities in Peru waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Cuzco. Around 290 kilometres away to the south-east, its top attractions include Plaza de Armas, Iglesia Matriz de Santa Catalina and Micaela Bastidas Park.
Ayacucho is another standout destination in Peru and is around 257 kilometres west of Cuzco. No journey is complete without visiting Plaza de Armas of Ayacucho, Museo de la Memoria and Templo De San Juan Bautista.