Arequipa to Lima Peru

Arequipa to Lima Peru

Arequipa
Lima Peru
Sat, Jun 1
One Way
NaN Passengers

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$37
 
 
$160

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Arequipa to Lima Peru Schedule

Arequipa to Lima Peru Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
LATAM Airlines Group Economy #LA210006:50 - 08:25PEN 227
JetSmart Economy #JA700008:05 - 09:45PEN 189
Sky Airline Economy #H2510410:50 - 12:25PEN 293
Sky Airline Economy #H2513813:25 - 15:05PEN 243
Cruz del Sur Reclining Seats 160 14:30 - 07:20PEN 182
JetSmart Economy #JA700616:55 - 18:35PEN 238
Cruz del Sur Cruzero Evolution 140 18:30 - 11:10PEN 131
JetSmart Economy #JA700821:10 - 22:50PEN 197
Cruz del Sur Reclining Seats 160 22:15 - 15:05PEN 169

Transportation from Arequipa to Lima Peru

Facts about the transport from Arequipa to Lima Peru

Cheapest Transport$37
Fastest Transport1h 25m
Earliest Departure6:40 AM
Latest Departure9:40 PM
Departures per day36
Distance1022 kilometers
Transport CompaniesCruz del Sur, Daytrip, JetSmart, LATAM Airlines Group, Oltursa, Sky Airline, Transzela, Transzela

How to get from Arequipa to Lima Peru

When you want to get from Arequipa to Lima Peru, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A flight ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 159.44. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 36.75.

How far is Arequipa from Lima Peru?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Arequipa to Lima Peru. Your trip will be a total of 636 miles (1022 km). The flying distance is 487 miles (783 km).

How long does it take to get from Arequipa to Lima Peru?

The travel time from Arequipa to Lima Peru can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 20 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Arequipa to Lima Peru?

The cost of the trip from Arequipa to Lima Peru varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Oltursa: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 36.75 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a flight - a one-way flight ticket can cost as much as USD 159.44.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Arequipa to Lima Peru:

  • Bus tickets - USD 36.69 to USD 65.08;
  • Plane tickets - USD 51.95 to USD 159.34;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 817.07 to USD 817.07.

How many trips per day are there between Arequipa and Lima Peru?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Flights from Arequipa to Lima Peru depart during the day - there are approximately 19 departures a day.
  • Buses start plying the route from 12:00 - you can also take a bus as late as 20:30. There are 17 available bus trips every day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Arequipa to Lima Peru. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 51.95.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

  • It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
  • Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Arequipa to Lima Peru

JetSmart, LATAM Airlines Group, Sky Airline

Buses

Taking a bus from Arequipa to Lima Peru is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Arequipa to Lima Peru. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as USD 817.07.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator..

The most popular transport from Arequipa to Lima Peru

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Arequipa to Lima Peru? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 80% users took a plane.
  • 20% decided to go for a bus.