The flight distance from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) in Cusco, Peru is 14,304 kilometers (8,888 miles / 7,724 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying west at a heading of 272°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting United Arab Emirates with Peru. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 13:34 in Abu Dhabi, it's 04:34 in Cusco. With a 9-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 10,772 feet between the two airports. Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport sits higher than Abu Dhabi International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Cusco (CUZ) to Abu Dhabi (AUH) follows a heading of 69° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) and Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.