Puerto Maldonado is primarily served by the Padre Aldamiz International Airport (PEM) for air travel and the Terminal Terrestre Puerto Maldonado for bus services.
By Air:
From Lima (LIM): Direct flights to Puerto Maldonado (PEM) typically take around 1 hour 35 minutes to 1 hour 54 minutes. Airlines such as LATAM and Sky Airline operate this route. Fares generally range from $41 to $190 USD for one-way or round-trip tickets.
From Cusco (CUZ): Direct flights to Puerto Maldonado (PEM) are approximately 45 minutes to 1 hour. Airlines including LATAM and Sky Airline serve this route. Ticket prices commonly range from $16 to $130 USD for one-way or round-trip.
Getting to and from Padre Aldamiz International Airport (PEM) to the city center typically takes about 5 minutes by taxi, with costs ranging from S/2-5 PEN ($4-6 USD).
By Bus:
From Lima: There are no direct bus services to Puerto Maldonado. Travelers can take a bus via Arequipa, with the journey lasting approximately 29 to 31 hours. Fares typically range from $40 to $130 USD. Buses depart from Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Norte.
From Cusco: Direct bus services to Puerto Maldonado are available and generally take between 8 to 12 hours. Several companies, including CIVA, Maldonado Tours, and Turismo Tisoc Hermanos, operate this route. Ticket prices are often between $13 and $55 USD (or S/. 35 to S/. 80 PEN). Buses depart from Cusco's Terminal Terrestre.
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