Traveling from Washington DC to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ): what you need to know
Planning your flight from Washington DC to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) begins with finding the best airport to start your vacation. Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) are the main terminals in Washington DC.
Cuzco is 1 hour behind Washington DC. Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport is located in Cuzco, which operates on the UTC-5 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from Washington DC to CUZ, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
With more travelers during busy months like July, be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow for additional wait times. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Christmas.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
From central Washington DC, DCA is approximately 5 miles away. Check the official airport website or use navigation apps to find the best way to arrive at the terminal.
Have an early flight from Washington DC to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to Ronald Reagan National Airport:
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Think about adding a stop at El Dorado International Airport (BOG). It's a popular stopover on a flight from Washington DC to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) leaving Washington Dulles International Airport. Use a long layover to explore the city, or take advantage of a quick break to grab a coffee at an airport cafe.
You can get to IAD from the center of Washington DC in approximately 51 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport will take roughly 3 hours and 26 minutes to travel the 35 miles or so.
You're going on vacation, so why not extend it with an extra night away from home? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Washington Dulles International Airport the day before your flight from Washington DC to CUZ:
About Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Washington DC to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near CUZ:
Getting from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) to central Cuzco
Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport is approximately 2 miles from central Cuzco. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 10 minutes.
Getting to the center by public transport will take you roughly 42 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ)
$220 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport. Return flights start from $487. Prices may vary depending on availability at the time of booking.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ)
August is the most popular month for flights from Washington DC to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport. To avoid the crowds, plan your trip to Cuzco in April when things are quieter.
The warmest month in Cuzco is October, with the temperature ranging between 43ºF and 64ºF. Book your flights from Washington DC to CUZ in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Visit in July for cooler conditions. Temperatures average between 36ºF and 63ºF. However, this city promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Washington DC to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport.
More about Cuzco
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular 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:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Machu Picchu Cusco Trek, Sacsayhuaman and Temple of the Sun (Coricancha) are top sights which should feature on every Cuzco itinerary.
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