Travelling from Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) to Baku Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Baku Heydar Aliyev International Airport is 3 hours 30 minutes.
Baku is two hours ahead of Sharm El Sheikh and is in the UTC+4 timezone.
Flights from SSH to GYD start from 10:00 — the first with AZAL Azerbaijan Airlines. The latest departure is at 11:40 with AZAL Azerbaijan Airlines. Overall, you can take your pick of three weekly Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Baku Heydar Aliyev International Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your SSH to GYD flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Travelling during a peak month like April? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Azerbaijan Airlines is your gateway to discovering Baku (and maybe even some other great corners of Azerbaijan!). Check out the direct flights from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Baku Heydar Aliyev International Airport offered by this carrier.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Azerbaijan Airlines.
Azerbaijan Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating SSH to GYD flights. An impressive 81.25% of its departures on this route land on time.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Baku Heydar Aliyev International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between SSH and GYD include:
Istanbul Airport
Istanbul Sabiha Airport
Antalya Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) to Baku Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Baku Heydar Aliyev International Airport flight is R 1,970. A return fare right now is R 4,222. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap tickets from SSH to GYD, reserve your journey one month before your departure date.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Baku Heydar Aliyev International Airport. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from SSH to GYD.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Baku Heydar Aliyev International Airport.
Handy information about Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Sharm El Sheikh Airport, data shows 72% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Sharm El Sheikh Airport is about 14 kilometres from central Sharm El Sheikh. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near SSH. Whether you're taking an early flight from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Baku Heydar Aliyev International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Baku Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
If you're getting in on a late Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Baku Heydar Aliyev International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near GYD:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Baku Heydar Aliyev International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Car Rental Baku, Thrifty or AZRENT and explore beyond Baku's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Baku Heydar Aliyev International Airport about two weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Baku Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD) to central Baku
From Baku Heydar Aliyev International Airport, Baku is approximately 26 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes roughly 50 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Baku Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
The quietest month for a flight from Sharm El Sheikh 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 more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Baku is August, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Baku Heydar Aliyev International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SSH to GYD in February. Average temperatures are between 2ºC (36ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) then.
Explore more of Azerbaijan
You've done Baku, now it's time to discover other parts of Azerbaijan. Travel about 48 kilometres north-west to Sumqayıt to tick off its top sights. From Heydər Əliyev Mərkəzi to Juma Mosque and Dənizkənarı Park, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Lankaran is another standout destination in Azerbaijan and is around 193 kilometres south-west of Baku. No trip is complete without seeing Hazi Aslanov house-museum, Lənkəran şəhər Heydər Əliyev Mərkəzi and Dənizkənarı park.
