Travelling from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) to Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Kuwait International Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport.
Baku is one hour ahead of Kuwait and is in the UTC+4 timezone.
Flights from KWI to GYD start at 07:55 — the earliest with Kuwait Airways. The last departure is at 15:10 with Kuwait Airways. In total, there are 28 weekly Kuwait International Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your KWI to GYD flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Jazeera Airways is your gateway to exploring Baku (and maybe even some other great corners of Azerbaijan!). Check out the direct flights from Kuwait International Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport offered by this popular airline.
Jazeera Airways is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
Among carriers operating KWI to GYD flights, Kuwait Airways has the highest rate of on-time arrivals.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Kuwait International Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between KWI and GYD:
Dubai Airport
Tbilisi International Airport
Trabzon Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) to Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
At the moment, R 1,015 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Kuwait International Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 2,068. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book five months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from KWI to GYD.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Kuwait International Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport. If you're looking to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
Save time looking for cheap flights from KWI to GYD by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Kuwait International Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
81.62% of flights leaving Kuwait International Airport land at their destination on schedule. With its strong on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when jetting out of KWI.
To reach Kuwait International Airport from central Kuwait, it'll take around 20 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Need a convenient hotel near KWI? If you're catching an early flight from Kuwait International Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
Consider booking a hotel near GYD if you have a late Kuwait International Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Heydar Aliyev International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Car Hire Baku, Thrifty or AZRENT and explore beyond Baku's usual tourist stops.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Heydar Aliyev International Airport about two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD) to central Baku
Heydar Aliyev International Airport is roughly 21 kilometres from the centre of Baku. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour 30 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Kuwait International Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Baku. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from Kuwait International Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Baku, with the temperature ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
February has average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Search for cheap tickets from KWI to GYD around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Azerbaijan
Baku has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Azerbaijan just waiting to be discovered. About 48 kilometres north-west of Baku, a visit to Sumqayıt will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Saray Parkı, Bələdiyyə bağı and Local Park.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in Azerbaijan, head for Lankaran, roughly 193 kilometres south-west of Baku. Sahil parkı, Sütəmurdov Körpüsü and Avtobaza are the start of reasons to visit.
