Arequipa to Puno flights
Puno lies 173 km (108 mi) east of Arequipa, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 58 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.
| Arequipa | Puno | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Peru | Peru |
| Population | 1.2 million | 128,637 |
| Elevation | 2,397 m (7,864 ft) | 3,792 m (12,441 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Lima) | UTC-5 (America/Lima) |
| Nearest large airport | AQP, 7 km out | JUL, 44 km out |
| Postal codes | 02174–16300 | 11210–21002 |
Airports at each end
Leaving Arequipa
Arequipa is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Rodríguez Ballón International Airport (AQP), 7 km (4 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,777 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
Arriving in Puno
Puno is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Inca Manco Capac International Airport (JUL), 44 km (27 mi) from the centre, whose 13,780-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Inca Manco Capac International Airport | JUL | 44 km (27 mi) | 13,780 ft | 12,552 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Puno from Arequipa?
173 km (108 mi) in a straight line, east of Arequipa.
How long does it take to get from Arequipa to Puno by air?
About 58 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Arequipa and Puno?
No, both are on America/Lima at the moment.
Which airports are used for Arequipa to Puno flights?
Typically Rodríguez Ballón International Airport (AQP) to Inca Manco Capac International Airport (JUL).
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 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.