Everything you need to know about Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
IATA Code
GYD
Time Zone
GMT+4
To City Center
25 km
Terminals
2
The main terminal handles all international flights. It features modern check-in halls, automated passport control gates, a spacious duty-free zone, multiple dining options and comfortable waiting areas. Airlines include AZAL, Turkish Airlines, Lufthansa, Qatar Airways and more.
Serves domestic flights to Ganja, Nakhchivan, Lankaran, Gabala and Zagatala. Smaller but well-equipped with a cafe, ATMs and a waiting lounge. Transfer between terminals takes approximately 5 minutes on foot via a covered walkway.
Runs 24/7 between the airport and 28 May metro station (city center). Departures every 30 minutes. The journey takes about 40 minutes. Pay with a BakiKart contactless card.
London-style purple cabs available at the designated taxi stand outside arrivals. Fixed-meter pricing to downtown Baku. The ride takes 25-35 minutes depending on traffic.
Both apps work at Baku airport. Request a ride from the arrivals pick-up zone. Usually cheaper than official taxis. Download the app and add a local payment method or use an international card.
Take bus H1 to 28 May station, then transfer to the Baku Metro (red or green line). The metro runs from 06:00 to midnight. Requires a BakiKart (available at any metro station for 2 AZN).
Exchange counters are available in arrivals and departures. The Azerbaijani Manat (AZN) is the local currency. ATMs accepting Visa and Mastercard are located throughout both terminals. Rates at the airport are comparable to city banks.
Azercell, Bakcell and Nar counters are in the arrivals hall. A tourist SIM with 5-10 GB of data costs 10-15 AZN. Bring your passport for registration. Azercell offers the widest coverage outside Baku.
Complimentary Wi-Fi is available throughout the airport. Connect to the "Baku Airport" network and register with your phone number for 30 minutes of free access. Unlimited Wi-Fi is available in the lounges.
Left-luggage facilities are located on the ground floor of Terminal 1 near the arrivals exit. Available 24/7. Rates start at 5 AZN per item for the first 24 hours.
The duty-free zone in Terminal 1 departures offers local specialties (Azerbaijani tea, saffron, pomegranate products, carpets), international perfumes, electronics and spirits. The area also includes a pharmacy and a souvenir shop. Look for locally produced goods — they make great gifts.
The Salam Lounge (airside, Terminal 1) offers complimentary food and drinks, shower facilities, prayer rooms and a business center. Access via Priority Pass or pay at the door (approximately 50-60 AZN). A smaller CIP lounge is available for business-class passengers.