Arequipa flights from London take 17-21 hours with one or two connections. The city is served by Rodríguez Ballón International Airport (AQP), located about 4 miles from the centre.
Most flights connect through Lima, Madrid. Airlines like LATAM, Avianca, Iberia and KLM offer the best connections.
Return fares range from £667-800 in low season to £950-1,200 during peak periods. February-April / September-November typically offers the best deals.
Arequipa is in Peru. May to September (dry season) is the best time to visit.
Price Patterns
Prices typically drop Tuesday/Wednesday for bookings
Last-minute deals can appear but aren't guaranteed
February-April / September-November offers the best value
Sweet spot
6-8 weeks before travel for best combination of availability and price.
Avoid Booking
Less than 2 weeks out (premium pricing)
During May-August / December-January unless necessary
School holiday periods if flexible
Historic Centre
White volcanic stone buildings earned it the nickname 'White City'. UNESCO World Heritage Site with stunning colonial architecture.
Colca Canyon
One of the world's deepest canyons, twice as deep as the Grand Canyon. Condor watching at Cruz del Condor viewpoint.
Santa Catalina Monastery
A citadel within the city covering 20,000 square metres. Colourful streets and cloisters dating to 1579.
El Misti
Iconic 5,822m volcano overlooking the city. Technical climb possible with guide, or admire from the city plazas.
Food
Peru's culinary capital according to many. Try rocoto relleno (stuffed pepper) and chupe de camarones (shrimp soup).