Airline carriers and fees for non-Peruvians
Replies: 5 - Last Post: Oct 20, 2012 6:38 PM Last Post By: Stormbird
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Airline carriers and fees for non-Peruvians
What's the low down on fees for foreigners traveling from Lima to Cusco? I saw acceptable airfares on Orbitz, but they included using LAN or TACA, which from what I've read, will charge approximately $175 each way since I'll be a non-Peruvian.I might just book separate flights, fly into Lima, then use Peru Star or Peruvian Airlines. The downside to this is, I might end up staying in Lima, which I hadn't planned on. I'm weary of booking independent flights on my own that require a connection.
Any comments on foreigners flying in Peru would be appreciated.
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Basically, you got it spot on. They charge foreigners much more than locals. Everyone calls it the Gringo Tax.But flying with Star or Peruvian will be just as good. And cheaper.
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Agree with trent. Star Peru, LC Peru and Peruvian Airlines will serve you just as well, without that added gringo tax. I used the two former ones, would use them again without any hesitation. If you have to stay in Lima, Casa Ana is the place which works for me. I used to try to get out of Lima as fast as possible. Now, I look forward to a long layover in Lima. Lots of cultural sights to see along with the amazing coastal views off Miraflores! Lima is awesome!3
HelloI am from Cusco, Peru. i work in a tourism.
Agree with them. you will get better price with Peruvian airlines, Star Peru, Lc Peru, You can book that separate of your internacional flight. You can buy you flight Lima - Cusco - Lima by the web site or buy the travel agency.
Regards
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Does anyone have recent experience purchasing tickets to Cusco via Orbitz? If so, and TACA or LAN were your carriers, did u pay an extra fee, either at time of purchase, or at the airport?
