Ayacucho to Huancayo flights
Huancayo lies 162 km (101 mi) north-west of Ayacucho, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 57 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Ayacucho | Huancayo | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Peru | Peru |
| Population | 140,033 | 456,250 |
| Elevation | 2,805 m (9,203 ft) | 3,596 m (11,798 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Lima) | UTC-5 (America/Lima) |
| Nearest large airport | AYP, 2 km out | JAU, 43 km out |
| Postal codes | 04180–16000 | 02320–22510 |
Airports at each end
Leaving Ayacucho
Ayacucho is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Air Force Colonel Alfredo Mendivil Duarte Airport (AYP), 2 km (1 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,186 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
Arriving in Huancayo
Huancayo is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Francisco Carle Airport (JAU), 43 km (27 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,220 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Francisco Carle Airport (regional) | JAU | 43 km (27 mi) | 9,220 ft | 11,034 ft |
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Staying in Huancayo
Our booking partner lists 124 places to stay in Huancayo. Of the 54 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (33), and 1 are five-star. Guests have left 1,863 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Huancayo from Ayacucho?
162 km (101 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Ayacucho.
How long does it take to get from Ayacucho to Huancayo by air?
About 57 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Ayacucho and Huancayo?
No, both are on America/Lima at the moment.
Which airports are used for Ayacucho to Huancayo flights?
Typically Air Force Colonel Alfredo Mendivil Duarte Airport (AYP) to Francisco Carle Airport (JAU).
Where can I stay in Huancayo?
Our booking partner lists 124 places to stay in Huancayo, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.