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Rodríguez Ballón International Airport to Arequipa — Transport Guide 2026

Arequipa (AQP) is 7 km north of the city. Taxi is standard. Uber + Cabify operate.

AQP7 km to cityPENLatin America
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Last updated: 2026-07

By AirConnect Editorial
Cheapest
Uber/Cabify (~$3-7)
Fastest
Taxi (~15 min)

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Prepaid taxi (from official kiosk)

taxi · Best for: Best value + reliable
Cost
PEN 20-35 ($5-10) to Plaza de Armas
Time
15-25 min
Frequency
On-demand
Buy voucher at kiosk in arrivals. Fixed rates by zone.

Uber / Cabify

ride share · Best for: App-based + cheaper
Cost
PEN 12-25 ($3-7)
Time
15-25 min
Frequency
On-demand
Both operate + widely used in Arequipa.

Pre-book a fixed-price transfer

No queues, no scam risk. Driver meets you inside arrivals with your name. Price locked before you fly.

Getting out of Arequipa (AQP)

Skip the taxi rank and lock in your fare before you land.

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Driver waits at arrivals with your name, tracks your flight, and the price you see is the price you pay. English-speaking, fixed price. No surge, no haggling at 2am.

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Frequently asked

How far is Rodríguez Ballón International Airport from Arequipa?
Rodríguez Ballón International Airport (AQP) is 7 km from Arequipa city centre.
What is the cheapest way from AQP to Arequipa?
Uber/Cabify (~$3-7)
What is the fastest way from AQP to Arequipa?
Taxi (~15 min)