Flying from Washington DC to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ): What you need to know
You can choose from multiple airports when organising your flight from Washington DC to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ). Explore your options for leaving from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI).
Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport is located in Cuzco. The city runs on the UTC-5 timezone and is one hour behind Washington DC.
Give yourself enough time to get on your flight from Washington DC to CUZ. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Taking off during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
DCA is about 8 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 45 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Ronald Reagan National Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Washington DC to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport, these stays will put you a quick hop from check-in:
76.44% of flights leaving from Ronald Reagan National Airport arrive at their destination on time.
You'll find DCA at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Break up your flight from Washington DC to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport with a stop at El Dorado International Airport (BOG). A major connection between Washington Dulles International Airport and CUZ, it's a good opportunity to unwind before the next leg of your journey.
IAD is around 56 kilometres from central Washington DC. It'll take 50 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 10 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Washington DC to CUZ flight? Unwind in a hotel near Washington Dulles International Airport before your adventure officially begins. These stays have your key waiting:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 74.39%.
The street address for IAD is 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
BWI is roughly 48 kilometres from central Washington DC. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 50 minutes. If you're planning to take public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Skip the rush on your departure day — stay close to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport and know you'll get to your boarding gate with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Washington DC to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport flight:
Flights that take off from BWI touch down at their destination as scheduled 77.13% of the time.
About Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ)
If you have a late flight from Washington DC to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near CUZ:
Travel at your own speed with an Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Sixt, FlexWays or Europcar and see more of Cuzco and beyond.
Booking your ride around four weeks ahead of your Washington DC to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) to central Cuzco
Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport is about 3 kilometres from central Cuzco. The time it takes to get there by cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ)
Right now, Rs69,576 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs139,995. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Washington DC to CUZ, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first released.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ)
August is the busiest month for flights from Washington DC to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ). Plan your visit to Cuzco in April for a more low-key escape.
Book a Washington DC to CUZ flight ticket departing in October if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Cuzco to range from 6ºC to 18ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC and 17ºC.
More about Cuzco
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Cuzco right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Washington DC to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Temple of the Sun (Coricancha), Centro Historico de Cusco and Saqsaywaman are attractions you won't want to skip in Cuzco.
Explore more of Peru
Cuzco is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Peru you should also see. Around 290 kilometres south-east of Cuzco, a trip to Juliaca will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like 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 a visit to Plaza de Armas of Ayacucho, Museo de la Memoria and Templo De San Juan Bautista.