Cusco Airport and Hotel Transfer Guide: Getting to Your Destination
Stepping off the plane at Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) in Cusco hits you immediately—literally. At 3,399 meters above sea level, the thin Andean air makes your first breath feel a bit heavier, and the arrivals hall is typically a busy mix of travelers adjusting to the altitude while searching for their drivers. Getting from the tarmac to your hotel bed requires a bit of planning, especially given the city’s steep, cobblestone streets that standard vehicles sometimes struggle to navigate. As someone who has landed at airports worldwide, I know the last thing you want after a flight is confusion over ground transportation. Here is the exact breakdown of your options for moving between the airport and your accommodation in Cusco based strictly on the available services.