Travelling from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Baku Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD): what you need to know
The timezone in Baku is UTC+4, which is four hours ahead of Edinburgh.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your EDI to GYD flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Edinburgh Airport to Baku Heydar Aliyev International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers between EDI and GYD include:
Istanbul Sabiha Airport
Berlin Brandenburg Airport
Prague Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Baku Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
At the moment, R 2,152 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Baku Heydar Aliyev International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 4,262. Remember that fares could change due to demand when booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from EDI to GYD, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from Edinburgh Airport to Baku Heydar Aliyev International Airport is easier if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices across the month and snap up a great deal.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from EDI to GYD.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Edinburgh Airport to Baku Heydar Aliyev International Airport.
Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
When it comes to Edinburgh Airport's on-time performance, 73% of flights complete their journey on time.
Edinburgh Airport is around 13 kilometres from central Edinburgh. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Baku Heydar Aliyev International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to EDI:
Arriving at Baku Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Edinburgh Airport to Baku Heydar Aliyev International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near GYD instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Baku Heydar Aliyev International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Car Rental Baku, Thrifty or AZRENT and experience the lesser-explored corners of Baku and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Baku Heydar Aliyev International Airport about two weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
When to fly to Baku Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
The quietest month for a flight from Edinburgh Airport to Baku Heydar Aliyev International Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Baku based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Baku is August, with the temperature ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from Edinburgh Airport to Baku Heydar Aliyev International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
February has average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Look for cheap tickets from EDI to GYD sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Azerbaijan
Sumqayıt is just one of the many places in Azerbaijan waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Baku. Around 48 kilometres away to the north-west, popular attractions include Heydər Əliyev Mərkəzi, Juma Mosque and Dənizkənarı Park.
Around 193 kilometres south-west of Baku, Lankaran is another essential stop in Azerbaijan. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Hazi Aslanov house-museum, Lənkəran şəhər Heydər Əliyev Mərkəzi and Dənizkənarı park.