Flying from Mohammed V Airport (CMN) to Baku Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD): what you need to know
Baku is three hours ahead of Casablanca and follows the UTC+4 timezone.
Your CMN to GYD flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
If you want to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Mohammed V Airport to Baku Heydar Aliyev International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between CMN and GYD:
Istanbul Airport
Dubai Airport
Istanbul Sabiha Airport
Handy information about Mohammed V Airport (CMN)
Of the flights that depart from Mohammed V Airport, 71% land on schedule at their destination.
To get to Mohammed V Airport from central Casablanca, it'll take about 35 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near CMN. Whether you're catching an early flight from Mohammed V Airport to Baku Heydar Aliyev International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Baku Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Mohammed V Airport to Baku Heydar Aliyev International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near GYD instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Baku Heydar Aliyev International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Car Rental Baku, Thrifty or AZRENT and see more of Baku and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Baku Heydar Aliyev International Airport around two weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Baku Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD) to central Baku
Baku Heydar Aliyev International Airport is approximately 26 kilometres from central Baku. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 50 minutes.
When to fly to Baku Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
The quietest month for a flight from Mohammed V Airport to Baku Heydar Aliyev International Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Baku based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Baku is August, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from Mohammed V Airport to Baku Heydar Aliyev International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from CMN to GYD in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.
Explore more of Azerbaijan
You've seen Baku, now it's time to explore more of Azerbaijan. Journey about 48 kilometres north-west to Sumqayıt to tick off its leading sights. From Heydər Əliyev Mərkəzi to Juma Mosque and Dənizkənarı Park, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Lankaran is another well-known destination in Azerbaijan and is around 193 kilometres south-west of Baku. No journey is complete without a visit to Hazi Aslanov house-museum, Lənkəran şəhər Heydər Əliyev Mərkəzi and Dənizkənarı park.