How long does it take to travel from Cusco to Puerto Maldonado?

A one-way nonstop (direct) flight between Cusco and Puerto Maldonado takes around 1.0 hours.

What is the flight distance between Cusco and Puerto Maldonado?

The flight distance between Cusco and Puerto Maldonado is 311 km.

What airlines offer nonstop (direct) flights between Cusco and Puerto Maldonado?

Several carriers operate flights between Cusco and Puerto Maldonado. Airlines offering nonstop (direct) flights include LATAM Airlines.

What are the most popular routes to and from Cusco?

Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Cusco and Lima, Santiago de Chile, Arequipa, Iquitos, Juliaca, Buenos Aires, Bogotá, Rio de Janeiro, Medellín, La Paz, Uyuni, Chicago, Talara, Trujillo, Los Angeles, New York, Piura, Punta Arenas, Fort Lauderdale, Cancún.

What are the most popular routes to and from Puerto Maldonado?

Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Puerto Maldonado and Lima, La Paz, Santiago de Chile, Los Angeles, Pucallpa, Arequipa, Seattle, Quito, Atlanta, Kyiv, Portland, New York, Orlando, Las Vegas, Denver, Chicago, Miami, Dallas, Phoenix, Philadelphia.

What airports are near Cusco?

The main airport in Cusco is Alejandro Velasco Astete International. It is also served by Alejandro Velasco Astete International.

What airports are near Puerto Maldonado?

The main airport in Puerto Maldonado is Padre Aldamiz International. It is also served by Padre Aldamiz International.

What buses and trains depart from Cusco?

A number of bus and train companies depart from Cusco, including Cruz del Sur.

Is it possible to combine flights, buses, and trains in one itinerary when traveling between Cusco and Puerto Maldonado?

Yes, it’s possible to combine different modes of transport between Cusco and Puerto Maldonado thanks to our Virtual Interlining technology. Making use of not only flights but also trains and buses between Cusco and Puerto Maldonado can give rise to new adventures.

Which airlines fly between Cusco and Puerto Maldonado?

Currently, you can fly between Cusco and Puerto Maldonado with LATAM Airlines, JetSMART, Sky Airline.

When’s the best time to travel between Cusco and Puerto Maldonado?

If you don’t have specific dates for your trip between Cusco and Puerto Maldonado, you can enter a date range into the departure and return fields. Most carriers on our website allow you to search and book up to six months from the day of your search. Order the search results by the best, cheapest, or fastest route, or find the cheapest outbound and return combination in the pricing table.

What flights operate between Cusco and Puerto Maldonado?

Traveling between Cusco and Puerto Maldonado, you can choose between direct (nonstop) flights or flights with one or more stops. You can select the number of stops on your journey, including an overnight stopover, and the duration of the stopover. What’s more, you can also select where you want to have your stopover. Want to say “Hi” to a friend in another city en route to your destination? Or fancy a quick round of shopping? Go Multi-City or Nomad and add places to your search that you wish to visit.

How many airports are there near Cusco?

There are a number of airports in and around Cusco. The main one is Alejandro Velasco Astete International and other nearby airports include Alejandro Velasco Astete International

How many airports are there near Puerto Maldonado?

There are a number of airports in and around Puerto Maldonado. The main one is Padre Aldamiz International and other nearby airports include Padre Aldamiz International.

Is it possible to reach Cusco by bus or train?

Yes, Cusco has great ground transport connections with the rest of the world. Our price graph doesn’t just show prices for flights to and from Cusco, it also shows buses and trains.

What time do nonstop (direct) flights between Cusco and Puerto Maldonado depart?

This depends on the airline’s flight schedule. You can easily select your preferred departure timewhen you search on our website or mobile app. Choose the time of day you wish to depart from Cusco, such as morning, afternoon, evening, or night, or select the exact hours for departure.

What time do nonstop (direct) flights between Cusco and Puerto Maldonado arrive?

This depends on the airline’s flight schedule. You can easily select your preferred arrival time when you search on our website or mobile app. Choose the time of day you wish to arrive at Puerto Maldonado, such as morning, afternoon, evening, or night, or select the exact hours for arrival.

What time do flights between Cusco and Puerto Maldonado depart?

This depends on the airline’s flight schedule. You can easily select your preferred departure time when you search on our website or mobile app. Choose the time of day you wish to depart from Cusco, such as morning, afternoon, evening, or night, or select the exact hours for departure.

What time do flights between Cusco and Puerto Maldonado arrive?

This depends on the airline’s flight schedule. You can easily select your preferred arrival time when you search on our website or mobile app. Choose the time of day you wish to arrive at Puerto Maldonado, such as morning, afternoon, evening, or night, or select the exact hours for arrival.

Inca Trail Availability 2026

The government has released permits for the Classic inca trail 2026 earlier than expected – allowing us to share the good news sooner. Permits are now open for the entire year, with many dates in May and June already sold out for the 4 and 5-day treks. The 2-day trek remains fully available, and there is still good space in other months. If visiting Machu Picchu has always been your dream, now is the perfect time to book. Securing your permit early guarantees your spot on this unforgettable adventure. Our team is ready to assist with any questions you may have.

What if your preferred date is sold out? Don’t worry. Bioandean Expeditions offers incredible alternative treks that also lead to Machu Picchu. These routes feature camping under the stars, stunning Andean landscapes, and the chance to see the sunrise over the citadel. Top alternatives include the Salkantay Trek, Lares Trek, Choquequirao Trek, and the Inca Jungle Trail, among others.

AVAILABILITY (IN REAL-TIME)
Click next to the month to see how many permits are available. You only need a permit for your start date.

Official Inca Trail Availability – Check the Permits Online for 2026

See the chart below for official information about availability of entrances to the Inca Trail 2026. Simply click or choose the month that you want to travel in and you will see the availability of spaces for each day.

If there are open spaces for the day that you would like to begin the trail, we recommend that you make reservations as soon as possible, since entrance tickets are sold on a first come serve basis.

As an alternative option to trek to Machu Picchu, or for those who are not able to attend all 4 days and 3 nights Inca Trail, Tour in Peru offers great option of the Short Inca Trail 2D/1N. The Short Inca Trail gives you posibility to trek the part of famous Inca Trail and reach Machu Picchu, find out more about Short Inca Trail and check the latest availability we have updated weekly.

How to Book the Inca Trail 2026

Planning to hike the Inca Trail in 2026? Getting your permit is the most important step, since availability is limited and managed directly by the Ministry of Culture. Only 500 permits are issued per day (including travelers, guides, cooks, and porters), which means that roughly 200 are for tourists. Once they sell out, no agency can open more spaces.

Step 1: Pre-Book Early

Permits for the 2026 season will officially be released in October 2025, but you don’t need to wait until then. You can pre-book your trek now, and as soon as permits are open, we will secure your spot right away.

Step 2: Select your date and group

Use our availability calendar to see the official spaces for the Classic Inca Trail (4D/3N) and the Short Inca Trail (2D/1N).

Pick your desired start date.
Confirm the number of participants joining.
Choose between a group tour or a private tour.

Step 3: Provide personal information

Each permit is personal and non-transferable, so double-check all details:

Passport information for every traveler.
Contact details of one participant (phone number).

Step 4: Secure your booking

Choose whether you want to pay for the entire tour total or the $200 initial deposit per person.
Following, enter your Debit/Credit Card data and make the payment.
Wait for the final manual confirmation of your Inca Trail booking from our team.