Flying from Santa Cruz Viru Viru Airport (VVI) to Cuzco Airport (CUZ): what you need to know
The timezone in Cuzco is UTC-5, which is one hour behind Santa Cruz.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your VVI to CUZ flight.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Santa Cruz Viru Viru Airport (VVI) to Cuzco Airport (CUZ)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Santa Cruz Viru Viru Airport to Cuzco Airport flight is Rs83,343. A round-trip plane ticket right now is Rs148,976. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's a good idea to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from VVI to CUZ. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when looking for your flight from Santa Cruz Viru Viru Airport to Cuzco Airport.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from VVI to CUZ.
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Handy information about Santa Cruz Viru Viru Airport (VVI)
Of all flights leaving Santa Cruz Viru Viru Airport, 53% land on schedule at their destination.
To get to Santa Cruz Viru Viru Airport from central Santa Cruz, it takes about 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Santa Cruz Viru Viru Airport to Cuzco Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near VVI:
Arriving at Cuzco Airport (CUZ)
Book a hotel close to CUZ if you have a late Santa Cruz Viru Viru Airport to Cuzco Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Cuzco Airport rental car and discover Cuzco and beyond with your own set of wheels. Sixt, FlexWays and Europcar are popular outlets you can book with here.
For the best deal, book your ride from Cuzco Airport about four weeks before your trip.
When to fly to Cuzco Airport (CUZ)
The quietest month for a flight from Santa Cruz Viru Viru Airport to Cuzco Airport is March, while September is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Cuzco based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Santa Cruz Viru Viru Airport to Cuzco Airport for November if you'd like to explore Cuzco during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 6ºC and 18ºC.
July has average temperatures of between 2ºC and 17ºC. Look for cheap tickets from VVI to CUZ sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Peru
You've done Cuzco, now it's time to discover other corners of Peru. Journey around 322 kilometres south to Arequipa to check off its leading attractions. From Historic Centre of Arequipa to Plaza de Armas and Malecón Bolognesi, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're eager to discover another side of Peru, head for Huancayo, roughly 386 kilometres north-west of Cuzco. Cristo Rey, Los Pinos - Cochas Chico. Ecological Park and Mirador Chonta are the start of reasons to visit.
