Shortest Flight
Lufthansa
17 Sep, Thu
Baku – San Francisco
21h 20m
1 stop
GYD–SFO
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Quick Flight Summary from Baku to San Francisco
Key numbers to know before you book
- Lowest recent price $861
- Direct flight duration 21 hour 20 min
- Arrival airports EMB / SFO
- Best days to book Thursday, Wednesday
- Average over the last 30 days $693
Cheapest flights from Baku to San Francisco
Lufthansa
8 Oct, Thu
Baku – San Francisco
21h 20m
1 stop
GYD–SFO
Qatar Airways
15 Oct, Thu
Baku – San Francisco
1d 2h 45m
2 stop
GYD–SFO
Lufthansa
7 Oct, Wed
Baku – San Francisco
21h 20m
1 stop
GYD–SFO
LOT Polish Airlines
1 Oct, Thu
Baku – San Francisco
21h 40m
1 stop
GYD–SFO
Qatar Airways
28 Sep, Mon
Baku – San Francisco
1d 10h 40m
1 stop
GYD–SFO
Lufthansa
6 Oct, Tue
Baku – San Francisco
21h 20m
1 stop
GYD–SFO
LOT Polish Airlines
3 Oct, Sat
Baku – San Francisco
1d 1h 30m
1 stop
GYD–SFO
LOT Polish Airlines
4 Oct, Sun
Baku – San Francisco
21h 40m
1 stop
GYD–SFO
Last update: 10 September 2026 20:34
Estimated Prices for Baku to San Francisco Flights
Cheapest Day14 September Monday
Best Price
$841
Average Price
$917
$1,109
$841
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- Best LCC Middle East
- Flexible Rebooking
- Wide Domestic Network
- Turkey's LCC Leader
- Digital-First Airline
- Wide Turkish Network
- Star Alliance Member
- Complimentary Meals
- 2x23kg Baggage
- Lowest Fares
- Hajj & Umrah Specialist
- Easy Mobile Booking
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Transportation to Airport from Baku City Center
Heydar Aliyev Intl. Airport
Located along the Caspian Sea, Azerbaijan’s capital Baku is a rising star in the East gaining notoriety for its oil, gas, and caviar. Baku is a city that attracts the attention people migrating from Asia and other countries in the region, and businessmen from all around the world. The city’s only airport is the Heydar Aliyev International Airport, named after the National Leader and third President of Azerbaijan. The airport serves 5 million passengers annually.
You can get to the airport, which is located 25 km away, from the city center by car or a combination of the metro and airport buses.
Airport Buses
The easiest and cheapest way to get to the airport from the city center is by airport bus. Bus line 116 departs from Vurgun Park, located in central Baku, and takes about 50 minutes to get to the airport.
Metro
The metro system in Baku provides transportation to many central locations in the city like the Old City, 28 May Street, and the Caspian Sea. However, to get to the airport from the city center you have to first take the metro and then get on a bus. From central locations in the city like the Old City, Cafer Cabbari, and Khatai you can take the metro to the 28 May and Koroglu stations. From here you can get on bus line 116, which runs to the airport or take a taxi to the airport.
Personal Car
Since the city is rich in oil, fuel is cheap, making traveling by car a very attractive option. Getting to the city center from the airport is very easy. One of the city’s most important avenues, Heydar Aliyev Avenue will connect you to the Boyuk Shor Highway, which goes to the airport. From the highway take the Airport exit. The airport contains indoor and outdoor parking lots where you can park your personal car for a certain fee.
Airport Information
Although it is not very large Heydar Aliyev International Airport is an important junction, especially for passengers traveling between Europe and Asia. The airport offers passengers a variety of eating, drinking, and shopping venues.
The airport has 2 terminals, Terminal 1, which was completely renovated, and Terminal 2, which serves domestic flights. The airport contains world famous fast food chains like Burger King, McDonald’s, and KFC, as well as restaurants that offer delicious flavors unique to Azerbaijani cuisine.
The international terminal has a large Duty Free shop as well as souvenir shops where you can buy items unique to Russian and Azeri culture. The airport features free wireless internet connection.
Transportation to San Francisco City Center from Airport
San Francisco Intl. Airport
San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is located in San Francisco California, 21 km from the city center. The airport is a major transit center for passengers, particularly those traveling from Asia. San Francisco International is the second busiest airport in California and one of the first major airports to have an automated baggage system in place.
San Francisco International Airport is an important hub for United Airlines and Virgin America. There are a variety of transportation alternatives available to get to the city center from the airport. You can get to various parts of the city from San Francisco International Airport by taxi, bus, train, rental car, and personal car.
Train
There are two rail systems that you can use to get to the city center from San Francisco International Airport. The first is the BART, a rapid-rail system. The BART station is located in the international terminal at the airport. The BART starts running in the early hours of the morning, providing easy and fast transportation between the airport and the northern and southern parts of the city.
The other rail system that you can use to get to the city center from SFO is the CalTrain. This train departs on the hour, every hour, every day of the week, until 10 pm. This train provides transportation between SFO and San Francisco and San Jose.
Taxi
One of the most convenient and fastest transportation alternatives to get to the city center from SFO is by taxi. Taxi fares are calculated based on the kilometers traveled. A taxi from the airport to downtown San Francisco can cost between 42 and 62 dollars and takes about 20 minutes. Taxis are readily available at each terminal at the airport and depart from the taxi zones located on the arrivals/baggage claim level. For more information on taxi companies and their contact information please visit San Francisco International Airport’s website.
Bus
SamTrans buses provide transportation between San Francisco International Airport and the city center. These public buses are operated by San Mateo County and run between San Francisco International Airport and San Mateo and various parts of San Francisco. SamTrans lines KX, 292, 397, and 398 stop at the airport terminals. Buses stop at the arrivals and baggage claim level of Terminal 2 and Terminal 3 and at Level 1 of the International Terminal.
Rental Car
Renting a car is another transportation alternative to get to the city center. There are many rental car companies that have offices at the airport. Renting a car is also a great way to get around the city during your trip. The AirTrain Blue Line provides access to the Rental Car Center from the airport terminals and it operates 24 hours a day, every day of the week. Rental car companies that you can choose from include Alamo, Dollar, Hertz, Avis, Enterprise, National, Budget, Fox and Thrifty. If you are traveling between multiple places make sure to specify your vehicle pick up and drop off location.
Bike
San Francisco International Airport contains bike assembly stations and parking areas for those who are traveling with their bike or who want to leave their bike at the airport. The BART and SamTrans rapid rail systems provide passengers with bike/transit options and the airport features marked bicycle routes.
San Francisco Weather
5-Day Forecast • Min / Max Temperature
Wednesday
9 Sep
35°17°
Today
Thursday
10 Sep
23°15°
Friday
11 Sep
21°14°
Saturday
12 Sep
19°15°
Sunday
13 Sep
22°14°
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Which airports can I use for Baku-San Francisco flights?
Which airports can I use for Baku-San Francisco flights?
For Baku-San Francisco flights, you can use Heydar Aliyev Intl. Airport as departure airport, and Embarkader Airport, San Francisco Intl. Airport for arrival.
How many kilometers is the flight distance from Baku-San Francisco and how long does the flight take?
How many kilometers is the flight distance from Baku-San Francisco and how long does the flight take?
The flight distance between Baku-San Francisco is 11286 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 14 hour.
Which day is the most convenient for Baku-San Francisco flights?
Which day is the most convenient for Baku-San Francisco flights?
When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Baku-San Francisco flights is Friday.
Baku-San Francisco: which airline is better value on this route?
Baku-San Francisco: which airline is better value on this route?
On this route, low-cost airlines typically offer fares that include only cabin and hand baggage. Full-service airlines may include baggage and refreshment fees in the base price. The best option varies according to baggage needs. Based on current data, the lowest fare on this route with Qatar Airways starts from approximately $843.
| Airline | Price | Standard inclusions |
|---|---|---|
 Qatar Airways | $843 | 1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage / 2 pieces X 23 kg checked baggage / Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / Partial Refund (up to 48 hours) / Complimentary Refreshments |
 LOT Polish Airlines | $900 | 1 piece X 8 kg cabin baggage / Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / No Refund / Complimentary Refreshments |
 Lufthansa | $1,011 | 1 piece cabin baggage / Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / Complimentary Refreshments |
 Turkish Airlines | $938 | 1 piece X 8 kg cabin baggage / 1 piece X 46 kg checked baggage / Paid Change / Partial Refund / Complimentary Refreshments |
Last update: 07.09.2026
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