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Cheapest round-trip
$826
Typical prices: $821-$1,219
LATAM Airlines
Sat 12/1Sun 12/16
SFO - CUZ • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$378
Typical prices: $390-$621
Multiple Airlines
Sat 12/1
SFO - CUZ • 3 stops
When to book
13 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 13 weeks in advance save around 26% compared to booking last minute.
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January
Cheapest • 31% price drop
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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Cusco (SFO-CUZ)

 

Cheap flights from San Francisco to Cusco with top airlines, updated regularly. Compare round-trip, one-way, direct and last-minute deals.

Tue, Dec 1 - Wed, Dec 16
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7:05 am - 1:00 amSFO  San Francisco-CUZ Cusco Velazco Astete
14h 55m2 stops Los Angeles Lima J Chavez Intl
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7:10 am - 10:34 pmCUZ  Cusco Velazco Astete-SFO San Francisco
18h 24m2 stops Lima J Chavez Intl Los Angeles
$826LATAM Airlines
Wed, Feb 17 - Sun, Feb 21
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1:15 pm - 8:25 pmSFO  San Francisco-CUZ Cusco Velazco Astete
28h 10m2 stops San Salvador El Salvador Intl Lima J Chavez Intl
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1:20 pm - 11:55 amCUZ  Cusco Velazco Astete-SFO San Francisco
25h 35m2 stops Lima J Chavez Intl San Salvador El Salvador Intl
$857Multiple Airlines
Fri, Apr 2 - Sat, Apr 10
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2:15 pm - 4:50 pmSFO  San Francisco-CUZ Cusco Velazco Astete
24h 35m2 stops San Salvador El Salvador Intl Lima J Chavez Intl
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7:50 pm - 12:50 pmCUZ  Cusco Velazco Astete-SFO San Francisco
19h 00m2 stops Lima J Chavez Intl San Salvador El Salvador Intl
$858Multiple Airlines
Sat, Nov 14 - Mon, Dec 7
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4:30 pm - 11:25 amSFO  San Francisco-CUZ Cusco Velazco Astete
15h 55m2 stops Los Angeles Lima J Chavez Intl
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7:10 am - 9:32 pmCUZ  Cusco Velazco Astete-SFO San Francisco
17h 22m2 stops Lima J Chavez Intl Los Angeles
$956LATAM Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 1
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2:47 pm - 2:10 pmSFO  San Francisco-CUZ Cusco Velazco Astete
20h 23m2 stops Los Angeles Lima J Chavez Intl
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10:45 pm - 10:34 pmCUZ  Cusco Velazco Astete-SFO San Francisco
26h 49m2 stops Lima J Chavez Intl Los Angeles
$962LATAM Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Sun, Nov 22
American Airlines Logo
8:35 am - 10:20 amSFO  San Francisco-CUZ Cusco Velazco Astete
22h 45m2 stops Miami Lima J Chavez Intl
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9:30 pm - 7:23 pmCUZ  Cusco Velazco Astete-SFO San Francisco
24h 53m2 stops Lima J Chavez Intl Miami
$1,028American Airlines
Wed, Nov 18 - Mon, Nov 30
Delta Logo
7:05 am - 1:00 amSFO  San Francisco-CUZ Cusco Velazco Astete
14h 55m2 stops Los Angeles Lima J Chavez Intl
Delta Logo
7:45 pm - 2:04 pmCUZ  Cusco Velazco Astete-SFO San Francisco
21h 19m2 stops Lima J Chavez Intl Los Angeles
$1,084Delta
Sun, Nov 29 - Wed, Dec 16
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7:05 am - 1:00 amSFO  San Francisco-CUZ Cusco Velazco Astete
14h 55m2 stops Los Angeles Lima J Chavez Intl
Delta Logo
7:10 am - 10:34 pmCUZ  Cusco Velazco Astete-SFO San Francisco
18h 24m2 stops Lima J Chavez Intl Salt Lake City
$1,124Delta
Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 16
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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
21h 45m2 stops Bogotá El Dorado San Salvador El Salvador Intl
$1,345Avianca
Thu, Nov 19 - Sat, Nov 28
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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 - 9:40 pmCUZ  Cusco Velazco Astete-SFO San Francisco
55h 30m2 stops Bogotá El Dorado San Salvador El Salvador Intl
$1,606Avianca

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 with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Cusco typically range from $821 to $1,219. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $826, on LATAM Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Cusco. It’s 20% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 14% higher.

What’s 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 ($1,500) and July ($1,351) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 119% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from San Francisco to Cusco the cheapest?

Flights from San Francisco to Cusco are cheapest 13 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 26% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for San Francisco to Cusco flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$378
Beat the crowds with an average 73% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 47% increase in travelers.
One-way 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 answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • 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.

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

    Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Cusco range from $821 to $1,219, with an average of $998 over the past 12 months. Anything below $821 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 14% above the $998 route average. Book 13 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • 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 $826 to $3,042. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x 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 $652, which is 32% above the typical average for this route.

  • 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

  • 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).

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 30% on flights from San Francisco to Cusco. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $807 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,145, a difference of $338.

    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 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 popular places can I visit in Cusco?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cusco are Plaza de Armas, UNSAAC-Yale International Center for the Study of Machu Picchu and Inca Culture and Cusco San Pedro Market. These are among the most viewed places in Cusco on KAYAK.

  • 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.

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 are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Thursday flights average $807, about $338 less than Sunday fares (30% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 13 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 26% 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 $816 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
    • Hotel Paradis Suite Cusco
    • Polo Corporativo San Sebastian
  • 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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