Flying from Esenboga International Airport (ESB) to Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 25 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Esenboga International Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport.
Baku's timezone is UTC+4, which makes Baku one hour ahead of Ankara.
Every week, there are 17 Esenboga International Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport flights. If you prefer to jet off as early as possible, opt for the 12:50 AJet flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last departure is at 22:55 with AZAL Azerbaijan Airlines.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your ESB to GYD flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
AZAL Azerbaijan Airlines is your gateway to discovering Baku (and perhaps some other great corners of Azerbaijan!). Check out the direct flights from Esenboga International Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport offered by this popular airline.
AZAL Azerbaijan Airlines has the highest passenger demand on this route.
AZAL Azerbaijan Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering ESB to GYD flights.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Esenboga International Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between ESB and GYD include:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport
Antalya Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Esenboga International Airport (ESB) to Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
R 1,432 is the best price for a one-way Esenboga International Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 2,953. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
To get cheap tickets from ESB to GYD, book your trip ten months before your departure date.
Organise your trip for September. That's the cheapest month for flights from Esenboga International Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across each month.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from ESB to GYD.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Esenboga International Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport.
Handy information about Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
78.41% of flights that depart Esenboga International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
To reach Esenboga International Airport from central Ankara, it'll take about 35 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of about 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport.
Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near ESB. Whether you're catching an early flight from Esenboga International Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on an Esenboga International Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near GYD instead:
Pick up a Heydar Aliyev International Airport rental car and discover Baku and beyond with your own wheels. Car Hire Baku, Thrifty and AZRENT are top providers you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Heydar Aliyev International Airport about two weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD) to central Baku
Heydar Aliyev International Airport to central Baku has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you around 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
The quietest month for a flight from Esenboga International Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Baku based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Baku is August, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from Esenboga International Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
February sees average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Search for cheap tickets from ESB to GYD sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Azerbaijan
You've seen Baku, now it's time to explore other parts of Azerbaijan. Journey about 48 kilometres north-west to Sumqayıt to tick off its top attractions. From Saray Parkı to Bələdiyyə bağı and Local Park, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 193 kilometres south-west of Baku, Lankaran is another essential stop in Azerbaijan. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Sahil parkı, Sütəmurdov Körpüsü and Avtobaza.
