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Cheapest round-trip
$784
Typical prices: $808-$1,219
Avianca
Sat 11/24Sun 12/2
SFO - CUZ • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$363
Typical prices: $367-$546
Multiple Airlines
Wed 10/3
SFO - CUZ • 3 stops
When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 16 weeks in advance save around 28% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 32% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $660 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 13h 17m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Cusco (SFO-CUZ)

 
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from San Francisco to Cusco

Wed, Oct 21 - Wed, Nov 4
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11:55 pm - 11:20 amSFO  San Francisco-CUZ Cusco Velazco Astete
33h 25m2 stops San Salvador El Salvador Intl Bogotá El Dorado
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5:10 pm - 11:55 amCUZ  Cusco Velazco Astete-SFO San Francisco
21h 45m2 stops Bogotá El Dorado San Salvador El Salvador Intl
$784Avianca
Tue, Nov 24 - Wed, Dec 2
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1:30 am - 11:25 amSFO  San Francisco-CUZ Cusco Velazco Astete
30h 55m2 stops San Salvador El Salvador Intl Bogotá El Dorado
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5:10 pm - 9:40 pmCUZ  Cusco Velazco Astete-SFO San Francisco
31h 30m2 stops Bogotá El Dorado San Salvador El Salvador Intl
$784Avianca
Mon, Nov 23 - Mon, Nov 30
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1:15 pm - 11:25 amSFO  San Francisco-CUZ Cusco Velazco Astete
19h 10m2 stops San Salvador El Salvador Intl Bogotá El Dorado
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5:10 pm - 11:55 amCUZ  Cusco Velazco Astete-SFO San Francisco
45h 45m2 stops Bogotá El Dorado San Salvador El Salvador Intl
$794Avianca
Thu, Sep 17 - Fri, Sep 25
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11:55 pm - 11:20 amSFO  San Francisco-CUZ Cusco Velazco Astete
33h 25m2 stops San Salvador El Salvador Intl Bogotá El Dorado
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5:10 pm - 11:55 pmCUZ  Cusco Velazco Astete-SFO San Francisco
32h 45m2 stops Bogotá El Dorado San Salvador El Salvador Intl
$812Avianca
Wed, Nov 18 - Wed, Nov 25
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1:15 pm - 8:35 pmSFO  San Francisco-CUZ Cusco Velazco Astete
28h 20m2 stops San Salvador El Salvador Intl Lima J Chavez Intl
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9:15 pm - 11:55 amCUZ  Cusco Velazco Astete-SFO San Francisco
17h 40m2 stops Lima J Chavez Intl San Salvador El Salvador Intl
$872Multiple Airlines
Sun, Oct 25 - Mon, Nov 2
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2:15 pm - 6:45 amSFO  San Francisco-CUZ Cusco Velazco Astete
14h 30m2 stops San Salvador El Salvador Intl Lima J Chavez Intl
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1:20 pm - 9:40 pmCUZ  Cusco Velazco Astete-SFO San Francisco
35h 20m3 stops Lima J Chavez Intl Bogotá El Dorado San Salvador El Salvador Intl
$899Multiple Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Mon, Nov 2
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12:00 am - 6:20 amSFO  San Francisco-CUZ Cusco Velazco Astete
28h 20m3 stops San Salvador El Salvador Intl Bogotá El Dorado Lima J Chavez Intl
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7:36 am - 11:55 amCUZ  Cusco Velazco Astete-SFO San Francisco
31h 19m3 stops Lima J Chavez Intl Bogotá El Dorado San Salvador El Salvador Intl
$903Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 18 - Wed, Nov 25
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7:05 am - 12:10 pmSFO  San Francisco-CUZ Cusco Velazco Astete
26h 05m2 stops Los Angeles Lima J Chavez Intl
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7:10 am - 10:24 pmCUZ  Cusco Velazco Astete-SFO San Francisco
18h 14m2 stops Lima J Chavez Intl Los Angeles
$987LATAM Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Sun, Nov 22
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11:51 am - 10:15 amSFO  San Francisco-CUZ Cusco Velazco Astete
19h 24m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Lima J Chavez Intl
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10:15 pm - 11:21 pmCUZ  Cusco Velazco Astete-SFO San Francisco
28h 06m2 stops Lima J Chavez Intl Los Angeles
$1,001LATAM Airlines
Tue, Sep 29 - Sun, Oct 4
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6:00 am - 1:00 amSFO  San Francisco-CUZ Cusco Velazco Astete
17h 00m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Lima J Chavez Intl
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8:20 am - 10:21 amCUZ  Cusco Velazco Astete-SFO San Francisco
28h 01m2 stops Lima J Chavez Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$1,048LATAM Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for San Francisco to Cusco flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from San Francisco to Cusco with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Cusco?

Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Cusco start at $784. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $808 to $1,219. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $784 on Avianca.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Cusco?

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Cusco, it is 20% cheaper than the average day. Wednesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 15% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Cusco?

  • January is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Cusco at $684 round-trip.
  • December ($1,495) and July ($1,351) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 118% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from San Francisco to Cusco the cheapest?

Flights from San Francisco to Cusco are cheapest 16 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 28% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for San Francisco to Cusco flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$363
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 21% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 35% increase in price.
Flight from San Francisco to Cusco

When to book flights from San Francisco to Cusco

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco to Cusco based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your San Francisco to Cusco flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Does the San Francisco International Airport (SFO) have accessibility adaptations?

    Yes. At SFO, you can find adaptations as soon as you arrive, with accessible parking in all SFO parking facilities. Adaptations in the airport include companion care restrooms, ramps throughout the airport, TTY phone service, visual paging, facilities for service animals, and wheelchair availability.

  • Do I need a Visa to fly from San Francisco to Cusco, Peru?

    If you are traveling to Peru as a tourist, you do not need a visa as long as you intend to leave Peru within 183 days. If you are traveling for other reasons, you may need a visa. When you enter Peru, you may be asked to show proof of onward or return travel.

  • Which flights from San Francisco to Cusco, Peru leave the smallest carbon footprint?

    Some of the cheapest flights available between SFO and CUZ are also the most environmentally friendly. An economy flight aboard Copa Airlines combined with Sky Airline tends to emit about 37% less CO2 into the atmosphere than average flights that run the same route. Flights aboard Copa combined with LATAM emit about 31% less CO2.

  • Do any airlines at SFO have exclusive lounges where I can wait for my flight to Cusco?

    Yes. At SFO, United ticket holders can pay an entrance fee to wait in the United Club, Delta ticket holders can pay to enter the Delta Sky Club, and American Airlines ticket holders can pay to enter the American Airlines Admirals Club. A prepaid lounge pass can get any ticket holder into the Air France - KLM Lounge or the China Airlines Lounge.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from San Francisco to Cusco?

    Flights from San Francisco to Cusco usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Cusco Velazco Astete (CUZ).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Francisco to Cusco?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from San Francisco to Cusco:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • Which airports do connecting flights from San Francisco to Cusco pass through?

    One-stop flights from San Francisco to Cusco most commonly connect through:

    • San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL) - 60% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 20% of one-stop connections
    • Los Angeles (LAX) - 20% of one-stop connections

    San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Francisco to Cusco?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 30% on the San Francisco to Cusco route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $807 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $1,151, a difference of $344. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Cusco?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cusco are Plaza de Armas, Cusco City Centre and Cusco Craft Center. These are among the most viewed places in Cusco on KAYAK.

  • How expensive are last-minute San Francisco to Cusco flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 5% above the route average of $1,000. Book 16 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from San Francisco to Cusco?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from San Francisco to Cusco. Flights with 1 layover take between 11h 29m and 19h 13m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from San Francisco to Cusco?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • Have flight prices from San Francisco to Cusco changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $784 to $4,437. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from San Francisco to Cusco looking right now?

    One-way fares from San Francisco to Cusco are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $635, which is 40% above the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from San Francisco to Cusco?

    Flying via San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 11h 29m, compared with 13h 17m via Los Angeles (LAX) and 19h 13m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • What is the time difference between San Francisco and Cusco?

    Cusco is 2 hours ahead of San Francisco (Peru Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Cusco Velazco Astete Airport (CUZ)?

    Cusco Velazco Astete Airport (CUZ) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $3 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Sixt
    · Hertz
    · Thrifty
    · Europcar
    · Dollar

  • How much should I expect to pay for a San Francisco to Cusco flight?

    Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Cusco range from $808 to $1,219, with an average of $1,000 over the past 12 months. Anything below $808 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking San Francisco to Cusco flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Wednesday. On this route, Thursday flights average $807 - about $344 less than Wednesday (30% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 16 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 28% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Francisco to Cusco trip for January. Fares historically average $684 round-trip in that month - typically $811 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cusco Velazco Astete Airport.
    - Ureta Hotel
    - Polo Corporativo San Sebastian
    - Hotel Wayra Dreams
  • The San Francisco International Airport (SFO) serves as a hub for United Alaska, SkyWest, Virgin America, United Express, and others. The Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) in Cusco, Peru is a small, single-terminal airport that does not serve as a hub for any airlines.
  • Once you land in Cusco, Peru, the best way to get into downtown Costco is to take a taxi from outside the airport. If you hail a taxi at the arrivals curb, since no taxis are metered, you have to agree on a price with the driver before you get in. You can also get a taxi at the transfers desk by Baggage Claim.
  • Some of the most affordable airline tickets from SFO to CUZ involve a self-transfer at a connection city. Luckily, most of these connections are of ample duration for you to deplane, go through customs, collect baggage, check in for the next leg of the flight, and go through security again.
  • If you are looking for a cheap airline ticket that provides a comfortable flight from SFO to CUZ, consider buying a flight that has at least one leg on LATAM Airlines. LATAM economy tickets offer 31 inches of seat pitch, snacks and/or meals provided, power and USB outlets at your seat, and seat-back entertainment.
  • One of the cheapest airline tickets from SFO to CUZ that allows you to bring one carry-on is aboard Copa Airlines in combination with LATAM Airlines. Since the carry-on that you are allowed must comply with the rules for both airlines, this bag should be within the dimensions 21 x 13 x 9 inches and weigh no more than 22 lb.

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