How to travel from Cusco to Chiclayo, Peru

The distance between Cusco and Chiclayo is around 1,244km (773 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3hrs.

7 routes found

We've found 7 different ways to get from Cusco to Chiclayo by plane, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out ChiclayoCusco if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Cuzco (CUZ) to Chiclayo (CIX).

  • Duration3hrs
  • Flight time2h 55m
  • Typical cost
    $125($125)
Operated by

LATAM Chile

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1 similiar route

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Bus

Take the bus to Lima and then to Chiclayo.

  • Duration1 day 7h
  • Departstwice daily
  • Typical cost
    $59($59)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

3 similiar routes

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Drive

Drive to Chiclayo.

  • Duration1 day 4h
  • Distance1,846km (1,147 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Cusco and Chiclayo

There are several options for getting from Cusco to Chiclayo by plane, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around $45 and will take around 1 day 10h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3hrs, though it is a bit more costly at approximately $125.

The distance between Cusco and Chiclayo is around 1,244km (773 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,142km (709 miles)

It takes around 3hrs to get from Cusco and Chiclayo by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1 day 4h to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Cusco to Chiclayo is to fly which takes around 3hrs and will set you back approx $125.

The cheapest way to travel between Cusco and Chiclayo, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around $45 for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Cusco and Chiclayo. We recommend that you fly from Cuzco (CUZ) to Chiclayo (CIX). instead which will take 3hrs.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Cusco and Chiclayo. It typically takes around 1 day 7h and departs twice daily.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Cusco to Chiclayo. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Lima. These services run twice daily and will take a minimum of 1 day 7h.

Expreso Los Chankas, Allinbus, Turismo Cautivo, Turismo TITANIC, Sajy Bus, Via Pacifico, Oltursa, Cruz del Sur and CIVA run regular bus services between Cusco and Chiclayo. Buses run twice daily and take around 1 day 7h on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Cusco and Chiclayo. Flights depart from Cuzco (CUZ) and arrive at Chiclayo (CIX) - via Lima (LIM). The flight takes around 2h 55m.

There is no direct flight from Cusco to Chiclayo. There is however a flight that goes via Lima (LIM). This services will take at least 3hrs (not including layover time).

The flight from Cusco to Chiclayo typically takes around 2h 55m. Flights depart from Cuzco (CUZ) and and arrive into Chiclayo (CIX).

The closest major airport to Chiclayo is Cap. FAP José A. Quiñones Gonzáles International Airport (CIX) (CIX) which is approximately 3km (2 miles) from Chiclayo. Cajamarca Airport (CJA) (CJA) and Cad. FAP Guillermo del Castillo Paredes Airport (TPP) (TPP) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Cusco and Chiclayo. The distance is around 1,846km (1,147 miles) by road and it will take around 1 day 4h in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Cusco to Chiclayo is to fly which takes, on average, 3hrs and will usually cost around $125.

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Compare travel optionsbetween Cusco and Chiclayo

Transport options from Cusco to Chiclayo
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 1 similar
3hrs
$125($125)
on demand1,244km (773 miles)
Plane and Bus4h 45m
$175($175)
every 30 mins1,410km (876 miles)
Bus + 3 similar
1 day 7h
$59($59)
twice daily1,842km (1,145 miles)
Bus via Lima1 day 8h
$48($48)
twice daily1,843km (1,145 miles)
Bus via Lima - Plaza Norte1 day 10h
$45($45)
once daily1,848km (1,149 miles)
Bus via Lima Javier Prado1 day 10h
$50($50)
once daily1,847km (1,148 miles)
Drive
1 day 4h
$170($170)
on demand1,846km (1,147 miles)

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Airports near Chiclayo

The following major airports near Chiclayo offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Peru and internationally.

CIX
Cap. FAP José A. Quiñones Gonzáles International Airport (CIX)
International Airport
Distance
3km (2 miles) from Chiclayo
CJA
Cajamarca Airport (CJA)
Domestic Airport
Distance
154km (95 miles) from Chiclayo
TPP
Cad. FAP Guillermo del Castillo Paredes Airport (TPP)
Domestic Airport
Distance
384km (239 miles) from Chiclayo