Cheap Flights from Baku Heydar Aliyev International to Ankara Esenboga

Travelling from Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD) to Esenboga International Airport (ESB): what you need to know

• The average time for a direct flight from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Esenboga International Airport is 2 hours 35 minutes.

• Ankara is one hour behind Baku and follows the UTC+3 timezone.

• Flights from GYD to ESB start from 17:00 — the first with AJet. The latest departure is at 20:15 with AZAL Azerbaijan Airlines. In total, there are 17 weekly Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Esenboga International Airport flights.

• Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your GYD to ESB 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.

• During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.

• Getting to Ankara (and then discovering more of Türkiye (Turkey)!) is a breeze with AZAL Azerbaijan Airlines. This popular airline offers direct flights from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Esenboga International Airport.

• The majority of travellers choose to travel with AZAL Azerbaijan Airlines on this route.

• AZAL Azerbaijan Airlines is the most punctual carrier that operates GYD to ESB flights. An impressive 88.24% of its services on this route land as scheduled.

• Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Esenboga International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between GYD and ESB:

  • Tbilisi International Airport

  • Sabiha Gokcen International Airport

  • Istanbul Ataturk Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD) to Esenboga International Airport (ESB)

• Rs23,706 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Esenboga International Airport flight. A return flight starts from Rs43,916. These prices may change depending on demand.

• Book 11 months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from GYD to ESB.

• The cheapest month for flights from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Esenboga International Airport is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.

• There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from GYD to ESB.

• Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Esenboga International Airport.

Handy information about Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)

• Heydar Aliyev International Airport has a strong on-time performance, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from GYD arrive on schedule 83.46% of the time.

• Central Baku to Heydar Aliyev International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.

• The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.

• Searching for a handy hotel near GYD? If you're boarding an early flight from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Esenboga International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:

  • FLY INN Baku

  • Luxury Villa With Pool and Waterfall

  • Cosy House in Bina, Bolluq

Arriving at Esenboga International Airport (ESB)

• The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Esenboga International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ESB instead:

  • Holiday Inn Express - Ankara - Airport, an IHG Hotel

  • Holiday Inn Express Ankara - Airport

  • Ibis Ankara Airport Hotel

• Pick up an Esenboga International Airport rental car and discover Ankara and beyond with your own wheels. Essence, Final Rentals and Ziraat Filo are leading providers you can book with here.

• For the best deal, book your ride from Esenboga International Airport about three weeks ahead.

Getting from Esenboga International Airport (ESB) to central Ankara

• Esenboga International Airport is roughly 27 kilometres from the centre of Ankara. Driving there takes about 35 minutes.

• Getting to the centre by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.

When to fly to Esenboga International Airport (ESB)

• July is the most popular month for flights from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Esenboga International Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Ankara in April.

• The warmest month in Ankara is August, with the temperature ranging between 14ºC and 35ºC. Book your flights from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Esenboga International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

• If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from GYD to ESB in January. Average temperatures are between -6ºC and 9ºC then.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

• Ankara is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Türkiye (Turkey) you should also see. Around 354 kilometres west of Ankara, a visit to Istanbul will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Topkapi Palace, The Basilica Cistern and Galata Tower.

• Around 322 kilometres west of Ankara, Bursa is another favourite stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Koza Han, Bursa City Museum and Irgandi Bridge.