Flying from Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to London Gatwick Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 6 hours.
The timezone in London is UTC+0, which is four hours behind Baku.
To ensure you get on your GYD to LGW flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Jetting into London (and then seeing more of United Kingdom!) is a cinch with AZAL Azerbaijan Airlines. This popular airline offers direct flights from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to London Gatwick Airport.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is AZAL Azerbaijan Airlines.
AZAL Azerbaijan Airlines is the most punctual carrier that offers GYD to LGW flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to London Gatwick Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between GYD and LGW:
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague
Milano Malpensa Airport
Tivat Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Heydar Aliyev International Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight is R 1,448. A return plane ticket right now is R 3,436. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To secure cheap tickets from GYD to LGW, book your trip six months ahead of your departure.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to London Gatwick Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across each month.
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Handy information about Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
Heydar Aliyev International Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 83.46% of flights that depart GYD reach their destination without delay.
To reach Heydar Aliyev International Airport from central Baku, it'll take about 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near GYD. Whether you've booked an early flight from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to London Gatwick Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Book a hotel near LGW if you're taking a late Heydar Aliyev International Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a London Gatwick Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion, U-Save or Drivalia and experience the lesser-explored corners of London and beyond.
Booking your ride from London Gatwick Airport around three weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to central London
London Gatwick Airport is approximately 80 kilometres from the centre of London. Driving there takes about 1 hour 20 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
August is the most popular month for flights from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to London Gatwick Airport. For smaller crowds, head to London in January.
The warmest month in London is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Lock in your flights from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to London Gatwick Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from GYD to LGW in January. Temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've visited London, now it's time to discover other corners of United Kingdom. Travel around 161 kilometres north-west to Birmingham to tick off its popular sights. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 177 kilometres west of London, Bristol is another favourite stop in United Kingdom. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.