How to get from Juliaca to Cuzco
There are 3 ways to get from Juliaca to Cuzco: flight, bus and car. The fastest is by flight (~55 min). By bus it's about 6 h, usually the cheapest option. It's about 288 km in a straight line.
Compare ways to travel
| Mode | Approx. time | Distance | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
Flight⚡ Fastest | 55 min | 288 km | Airlines: AeroMéxico, LAN Airlines |
Bus | 6 hestimated | 374 km | Estimated from road distance |
Car | 4 h 25 minestimated | 374 km | Estimated from road distance |
Great-circle distances. Flight times and car/bus estimates are approximate; car/bus are derived from road distance.
Each option in detail
✈️ By air
El vuelo entre Juliaca y Cuzco dura aproximadamente 55 min (288 km en línea recta).
Airlines that operate or have operated the route (open data from OpenFlights):
🚌 By land (bus and car)
En bus el trayecto ronda las 6 h. En auto son unos 374 km por ruta, cerca de 4 h 25 min de manejo. Son estimaciones a partir de la distancia; los horarios reales de bus llegan con la capa terrestre.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to get from Juliaca to Cuzco?
It depends on the mode: by flight ~55 min, by bus ~6 h and by car ~4 h 25 min.
Are there flights from Juliaca to Cuzco?
Yes. According to OpenFlights open data, the Juliaca–Cuzco route is operated by AeroMéxico and LAN Airlines (may vary). The flight takes about 55 min and covers about 288 km.
Is it better to fly or take the bus from Juliaca to Cuzco?
Flying is much faster (~55 min vs ~6 h by bus), but the bus is usually cheaper and you don't need to arrive early at the airport.
How long does it take to drive from Juliaca to Cuzco?
It's about 374 km by road, roughly 4 h 25 min of driving without stops.
What is the distance between Juliaca and Cuzco?
In a straight line it's about 288 km between Juliaca and Cuzco.
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