Cable-stayed Nanay River bridge seen from a wooden boat on the Amazon near Iquitos

Cheap flights to Iquitos

Iquitos is the largest city in the world that cannot be reached by road, and the gateway to Peru's Amazon lodges and river cruises. Most visitors arrive on domestic flights from Lima.

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Airports for Iquitos

IQT

Getting from the airport

Coronel FAP Francisco Secada Vignetta International is a short drive from town. Taxis, mototaxis and lodge transfers are the usual options.

Where to stay in Iquitos

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When flights to Iquitos are cheapest

The Amazon is a year-round destination; high-water and low-water seasons offer different experiences, so fares mainly follow Peru's domestic holiday peaks.

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Photos of Iquitos

Frequently asked questions

How do I get to Iquitos?

Fly from Lima to Iquitos (IQT); the only alternative is a multi-day river journey.

Do Amazon lodges arrange airport pickups?

Most lodges and river cruises include or arrange transfers from Iquitos airport.

When should I visit the Peruvian Amazon?

Any time of year works; high-water months allow more boat exploration, while low-water months open more walking trails.