Fly private between Arequipa and Cuzco from US$8,000 for a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX). Get an instant quote.
We fly Arequipa (AQP) ⇄ Cuzco (CUZ) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
As the crow flies, Arequipa to Cuzco is roughly 314 kilometres — 195 miles, or 170 nautical miles.
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Guide pricing for Arequipa–Cuzco spans US$8,000 – US$15,500: from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the entry level to a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV) at the top. All cabins are pet-friendly — travel with dogs and pets beside you.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. It seats 6-9 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. With seating for 4-6, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 1h 02m | 56 min – 1h 08m | US$8,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 50 min | 45 min – 55 min | US$9,500 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 1h 02m | US$8,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 59 min | US$9,000 – US$12,000 | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 50 min | US$9,500 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 49 min | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 48 min | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 4-6 |
Same aircraft, same route — return pricing is symmetric; flight times can vary about ±10% with wind direction.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
Every Arequipa–Cuzco quote is built fresh: distance and wind factor, fuel costs at both ends, landing and handling fees, and live aircraft positioning. The figure shown is a guide; we confirm a firm price against live availability.
You can fly to or from any of these airports at each end; we match the most convenient to your trip:
Arequipa, Peru: Rodríguez Ballón International Airport and Mariano Melgar Airport.
Cuzco, Peru: Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport.
| Rodríguez Ballón International Airport | Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | SPQU / AQP | SPZO / CUZ |
| Longest hard runway | 9,777 ft | 11,146 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 8,405 ft | 10,860 ft |
Rodríguez Ballón International Airport sits at 8,405 ft. At this altitude thinner air lengthens the takeoff roll and cuts maximum weight — expect a payload or fuel trade on departure.
Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport sits at 10,860 ft. At this altitude thinner air lengthens the takeoff roll and cuts maximum weight — expect a payload or fuel trade on arrival.
All 21 aircraft we quote for Arequipa to Cuzco can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Rodríguez Ballón International Airport has 9,777 ft and Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport 11,146 ft, both comfortably beyond the 6,000 ft the largest types here need, so field length is not what decides the aircraft on this route — cabin size and range are. The leg is 314 km.
Alternates within range: Mariano Melgar Airport (13,064 ft, 60 km)
You set the departure time. The aircraft waits for you, not the other way around.
Private terminals mean check-in takes minutes. The 314 km flight is the fastest part of the door-to-door journey.
Private jets access far more airports than commercial flights — reducing transfers and getting you closer to where you need to be.
Transparent from the start: a clear US$8,000 – US$15,500 range for Arequipa–Cuzco, confirmed once we check live availability.
Demand on Arequipa–Cuzco comes from corporate trips and getaways in equal measure — a domestic route where private charter pays off in time and privacy.
Budget US$8,000 – US$15,500 one-way depending on aircraft; a turboprop sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
Roughly 1h 02m gate to gate across the 314 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
This sector is mainly served by Turboprop, Very Light Jet. We lead with a turboprop for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Arequipa–Cuzco departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Absolutely — pets travel in the cabin with you on this route; just tell us the details when you ask for a quote.
Of course: Cuzco to Arequipa runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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