# AQP — Rodríguez Ballón International Airport > Machine-readable reference for AQP. Single-airport scope. Re-fetch when content_generated_at changes. Canonical: https://airport.flights/airport/aqp HTML page: https://airport.flights/airport/aqp Markdown alt: https://airport.flights/airport/aqp.md JSON: https://airport.flights/api/airport/AQP.json (includes live arrivals + weather) Sitemap: https://airport.flights/sitemap-airports.xml Last refreshed: 2026-06-17T09:48:02.794+00:00 --- ## Identity - Name: Rodríguez Ballón International Airport - IATA: AQP - ICAO: SPQU - City: Arequipa - Country: PE (PE) - Timezone: America/Lima - Distance from city: 8 km from central Arequipa - Runways: 1 - Terminals: 1 - Annual passengers: .7M - Official website: https://aap.com.pe/en/sedes/arequipa-en/ ## Overview Welcome Rodríguez Ballón International Airport in Arequipa is characterized by its compact size and regional charm rather than sheer scale. Serving as an efficient gateway to Arequipa and the Colca Canyon, the airport sees approximately 700,000 passengers annually. Travelers appreciate the regional retail mix featuring local products under the shadow of El Misti rather than a vast array of facilities found in larger airports. At a glance Hosting flights mainly from LATAM Perú, Sky Airline, and JetSmart, the airport is situated 8 kilometers from the city center. With a single terminal (T1) and one runway, AQP is easy to navigate, making same-day departure and arrival relatively hassle-free. Although options are limited compared to larger hubs, its strategic location makes it a practical choice for those prioritizing efficiency over amenities. Terminals & layout The single terminal at Rodríguez Ballón International Airport is home to all dining, shopping, and airline services, creating a straightforward journey through the airport. You'll find 15 restaurants and shops, all locally tinted, such as La Ibérica and Jirón Perú. Despite the limited size, the conveniences offered cater well… ## Terminals (1) - **Rodríguez Ballón International Airport Passenger Terminal** — airlines: LATAM Perú, Sky Airline, JetSmart URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aqp/terminals/t1 ## Dining (15) - **13 Monjas** — T1 · Coffee shop URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aqp/restaurants/13-monjas-t1 - **Alpaca 111** — T1 · Stores URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aqp/restaurants/alpaca-111-t1 - **Anntarah** — T1 · Alpaca Clothing URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aqp/restaurants/anntarah-t1 - **Antojitos de Arequipa Dulce Tradición** — T1 · Sweets · Chocolates URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aqp/restaurants/antojitos-de-arequipa-dulce-tradicion-t1 - **Capriccio** — T1 · Coffee shop · $$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aqp/restaurants/capriccio-t1 - **Deli Express** — T1 · Coffee shop URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aqp/restaurants/deli-express-t1 - **Harina de Otro Costal** — T1 · Pizzas · Sandwiches URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aqp/restaurants/harina-de-otro-costal-t1 - **Jirón Perú** — T1 · Local · Restaurant URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aqp/restaurants/jiron-peru-t1 - **La Ibérica** — T1 · Sweets · Chocolates · $$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aqp/restaurants/la-iberica-t1 - **Misti Store** — T1 · Crafts · Souvenirs URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aqp/restaurants/misti-store-t1 - **Retablos Ramos** — T1 · Crafts · Souvenirs URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aqp/restaurants/retablos-ramos-t1 - **Rumbo Perú** — T1 · Stores URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aqp/restaurants/rumbo-peru-t1 - **Rutta** — T1 · Coffee shop URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aqp/restaurants/rutta-t1 - **Sol Alpaca** — T1 · Alpaca Clothing URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aqp/restaurants/sol-alpaca-t1 - **Starbucks** — T1 · Coffee shop URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aqp/restaurants/starbucks-t1 ## Lounges (1) - **Andes VIP Lounge Arequipa** — T1 · access: Priority Pass, Day pass · Monday to Sunday, subject to departure and arrival times, and to changes in itineraries and/or time extensions. URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aqp/lounges/andes-vip-lounge-arequipa-t1 ## Shops (15) - **13 Monjas** — T1 · Coffee shop URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aqp/shops/13-monjas-t1 - **Alpaca 111** — T1 · Stores URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aqp/shops/alpaca-111-t1 - **Anntarah** — T1 · Alpaca Clothing URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aqp/shops/anntarah-t1 - **Antojitos de Arequipa Dulce Tradición** — T1 · Sweets & Chocolates URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aqp/shops/antojitos-de-arequipa-dulce-tradicion-t1 - **Capriccio** — T1 · Coffee shop URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aqp/shops/capriccio-t1 - **Deli Express** — T1 · Coffee shop URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aqp/shops/deli-express-t1 - **Harina de Otro Costal** — T1 · Pizzas & Sandwiches URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aqp/shops/harina-de-otro-costal-t1 - **Jirón Perú** — T1 · Restaurants URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aqp/shops/jiron-peru-t1 - **La Ibérica** — T1 · Sweets & Chocolates URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aqp/shops/la-iberica-t1 - **Misti Store** — T1 · Crafts & Souvenirs URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aqp/shops/misti-store-t1 - **Retablos Ramos** — T1 · Crafts & Souvenirs URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aqp/shops/retablos-ramos-t1 - **Rumbo Perú** — T1 · Stores URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aqp/shops/rumbo-peru-t1 - **Rutta** — T1 · Coffee shop URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aqp/shops/rutta-t1 - **Sol Alpaca** — T1 · Alpaca Clothing URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aqp/shops/sol-alpaca-t1 - **Starbucks** — T1 · Coffee shop URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aqp/shops/starbucks-t1 ## Parking (7) - **Accessible Parking** — next to terminal URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aqp/parking/accessible-parking - **EV Charging Stations** — next to terminal URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aqp/parking/ev-charging - **Long Stay Parking** — Long stay · S/ 20.00/day, S/ 3.00/hr, S/ 100.00/week · 0.5 mi URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aqp/parking/long-stay-parking - **Official Off-Site Shuttles** — 1 mi URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aqp/parking/off-site-shuttle - **Remote Parking** — Remote · S/ 15.00/day, S/ 2.00/hr, S/ 70.00/week · 1 mi URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aqp/parking/remote-parking - **Short Stay Parking** — Short stay · S/ 30.00/day, S/ 5.00/hr · next to terminal URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aqp/parking/short-stay-parking - **Valet Parking** — Valet · S/ 60.00/day, S/ 10.00/hr · next to terminal URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aqp/parking/valet-parking ## Ground transport (2) - **Car Rentals** — Other · 5.1 km · /around 5 km · /around 5 km URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aqp/transport/car-rental-arequipa - **Airport Taxi** — Taxi · 15-20 min · S/ 30-50 · On demand; more than 80 airport taxis from 3 associations are based at the terminal URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aqp/transport/taxi-airport-arequipa ## Insider tips - _Insider_: If you're after Arequipa-themed gifts, shop airside or just before security in T1 for regional specialties. - _Time_: The airport is about an 8-kilometer drive from the city center, making taxi transfers quick and practical. - _Avoid_: If your plan includes relying on multiple lounges, think again — one lounge, the Andes VIP, serves the airport, so plan accordingly. - _Insider_: The airport is especially handy as a quick turnaround point, suited to travelers who prefer efficiency over amenities. - _Local_: The regional retail identity gives you a last stop to buy authentic Arequipeño products like those at La Ibérica. - _Money_: Don't count on having multiple dining options; local brands offer quick bites, but choices are modest. - _Time_: For efficiency, pre-book transfers to the Colca Canyon to avoid unnecessary wait times. --- ## Live data Live arrivals, departures, and weather are not in this static reference. Fetch: - https://airport.flights/api/airport/AQP.json — JSON with current live boards + weather (12h cache) - https://airport.flights/airport/aqp/arrivals — HTML page with live arrivals - https://airport.flights/airport/aqp/departures — HTML page with live departures