Flying from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD): what you need to know
A direct flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport takes on average 2 hours 47 minutes. The timezone in Baku is UTC+4, so it's 1 hour ahead of Istanbul.
There are 36 flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport every week. Hop on the 00:25 flight if you want to be on your way as soon as possible. If you'd like to make the most of your day before leaving, the latest flight from SAW to GYD departs at 23:25.
Flying during a peak month like August? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Pegasus offers direct flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Baku — plus maybe even more of Azerbaijan if time allows.
If you prefer a stopover for your flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport, just deselect 'Direct flights only' and look at all your options. Here are the most popular stopovers between SAW and GYD:
Trabzon Airport
Dalaman Airport
Esenboga International Airport
Don't forget, you may need a visa to enter Azerbaijan. Visa regulations vary and travel documentation requirements change frequently. Before reserving your cheap ticket from SAW to GYD, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
$66 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport. A return flight starts at $135. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
To get cheap tickets from SAW to GYD, book your trip 4 months ahead of the departure date.
The cheapest month for tickets from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport is December. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
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Handy information about Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Located around 48 kilometers from central Istanbul, Sabiha Gokcen International Airport can be reached in about 57 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 30 minutes.
Want an easy way to start to your travels? Stay near SAW. Whether you're on an early flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near GYD instead:
Getting from Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD) to central Baku
From Heydar Aliyev International Airport, Baku is approximately 21 kilometers away. It takes around 24 minutes to get to the center driving.
It takes roughly 1 hour and 31 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Baku. If you want a quieter vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Baku is August, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC and 32ºC. Book your flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from SAW to GYD in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC and 10ºC on average.
More about Baku
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Mirtağı Məscidi, Drakon Genclik parki and BAKU NOBEL ARCHIVE are popular attractions which should feature on every Baku itinerary.
Complete your Baku trip with hotels and a car rental
Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Heydar Aliyev International Airport, explore the lowest prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one go to get the best car rental price for your Baku escape.