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Quick Flight Summary from Istanbul to Baku

  • Lowest recent price
    $93
  • Direct flight duration 3 hour
  • Direct airlines AJet, Azerbaijan Airlines, Pegasus, Turkish Airlines
  • Arrival airports GYD
  • Best days to book Friday, Saturday
  • Average over the last 30 days
    $102

Cheapest flights from Istanbul to Baku

Cheapest Direct Flight

AJet

AJet
1 Nov, Sun
Istanbul – Baku
2h 55m
Non-stop
SAW–GYD

AJet

AJet
26 Nov, Thu
Istanbul – Baku
2h 55m
Non-stop
SAW–GYD

AJet

AJet
1 Dec, Tue
Istanbul – Baku
2h 55m
Non-stop
SAW–GYD

AJet

AJet
2 Dec, Wed
Istanbul – Baku
2h 55m
Non-stop
SAW–GYD

AJet

AJet
3 Dec, Thu
Istanbul – Baku
2h 55m
Non-stop
SAW–GYD

AJet

AJet
5 Dec, Sat
Istanbul – Baku
2h 55m
Non-stop
SAW–GYD

AJet

AJet
2 Nov, Mon
Istanbul – Baku
2h 55m
Non-stop
SAW–GYD

AJet

AJet
3 Nov, Tue
Istanbul – Baku
2h 55m
Non-stop
SAW–GYD

AJet

AJet
5 Nov, Thu
Istanbul – Baku
2h 55m
Non-stop
SAW–GYD

Last update: 21 October 2026 11:48

Direct flights from Istanbul to Baku

AJet
Azerbaijan Airlines
Pegasus
Turkish Airlines

Estimated Prices for Istanbul to Baku Flights

Cheapest Day1 November Sunday
Best Price
$93
Average Price
$156
$498
$93
$498
21Wed
Oct
$235
22Thu
$235
23Fri
$165
24Sat
$187
25Sun
$145
26Mon
$145
27Tue
$217
28Wed
$193
29Thu
$130
30Fri
$130
31Sat
$93
01Sun
Nov
$105
02Mon
$105
03Tue
$105
05Thu
$105
06Fri
$105
08Sun
$117
09Mon
$165
10Tue
$145
11Wed
$130
12Thu
$117
13Fri
$181
14Sat
$117
16Mon
$117
17Tue
$129
18Wed
$141
20Fri
$105
21Sat
$122
22Sun
$192
23Mon

Key Features of the Airlines

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Transportation to Airport from Istanbul City Center

Sabiha Gökçen Intl. Airport

Sabiha Gökçen Airport is accessible by car using the TEM highway. Take the Sabiha Gökçen Airport exit off the TEM highway and follow the signs to the airport. The airport is also accessible by city buses and Havataş shuttles. There is an outdoor parking lot and a multi-story parking lot at the airport. There are some private parking facilities located around the airport that travelers can also use.   

Taxi

The fastest and most convenient way to get to Sabiha Gökçen Airport is by taxi. However, when taking a taxi the most important factor to consider is the traffic, especially during rush hour. If you plan to take a taxi to the airport we recommend checking the traffic before you leave and planning accordingly.

Havabus

Havabus shuttle buses provide transportation between Sabiha Gökçen Airport and central locations in the city like Taksim on the European side and Kadıköy and Yenisahra on the Anatolian side. The shuttle buses provide quick and comfortable transportation to and from the airport every 30 minutes.

Marmaray

The Marmaray is a particularly convenient means of transportation for those coming from the European side of the city. Those on the European side can get on at Yenikapı, take the Marmaray to the Ayrılık Çeşmesi stop, from there get on the Kadıköy-Kartal metro to Kartal and then either take a taxi or public bus to Sabiha Gökçen Airport.

Bus

The Sabiha Gökçen Airport is also accessible by public bus.

Lines that operate between central locations in the city and the airport are as follows: E3 - 4.Levent - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, 122H - 4.Levent - Yenişehir - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, E9 - Bostancı - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, E10 - Kadıköy - Kurtköy - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, E11 - Kadıköy - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, E18 - Altunizade - Ümraniye - Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, 16S - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport - Metrobus Uzuncayır, KM20 - Pendik YHT - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, KM22 - Cevizli - Kartal Metro - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, 132H Pendik YHT - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, and 122H - 4.Levent - Yenişehir - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport.

Metro

Starting in Kadikoy on the Anatolian side of the city, the metro passes through many stations like Kozyatağı, Bostancı, Küçükyalı, and Maltepe. Get off at the Kartal stop. From here you can take a bus or taxi to the airport.

Rental Cars

The airport is accessible by car, so another option is to rent a vehicle for transportation. There are many car rental agencies located in the city from which you can rent a car and drive to the airport. You can return your rental car at the airport by notifying them in advance.

Airport Information

Simit Sarayı, Center Point, Mc Donald’s, Mc D Cafe, İstanbul Cafe, Drive Inn Cafe, Burger King, Popeyes, Sbarro, Usta Dönerci, Kahve Dünyası and Starbucks are located in the departures hall. Kahve Dünyası, Secco Kafe, Usta Dönerci, Burger King, Sbarro, Mc Donald’s, Trattoria Milano, Heroes Sports Bar, Grab&Fly and Gate Café are located after passport control for international departures. Kahve Dünyası, Burger King, Mc Donald’s, Center Point, Turkish Kitchen, Kıvanç Gökçe Büfe, Grab&Fly, Simit&Çay and Coca Cola Gate Café are located after the security checkpoint in the domestic terminal. Kahve Dünyası, Karafırın, Simit Sarayı and Burger King are located in the arrivals hall. Fly Café is located in the outdoor parking lot. The following passenger lounges offer comfortable and convenient services at Sabiha Gökçen Airport: LGM CIP Lounge, Wings Lounge, Lounge İstanbul International Flights and Turkish Airlines Lounge. The Setur duty free retail stores offer a rich selection of products. 


Istanbul Airport

You can get to Istanbul Airport from different parts of Istanbul by bus, metro, Havaist, taxi, car rental, or transfer service.

Bus
  • You can reach Istanbul Airport from the districts of Mecidiyeköy, Mahmutbey, Sultangazi, Sarıyer, and Halkalı on the H-1, H-2, H-3, H-6, and H-8 buses.
  • The journey to Istanbul Airport takes 1 hour 40 minutes from Mecidiyeköy, 1 hour 45 minutes from Halkalı, 1 hour 30 minutes from Mahmutbey, 1 hour 25 minutes from Sultangazi, and 1 hour 50 minutes from Sarıyer.
  • Keep in mind that traffic on the roads to the airport can be heavy during morning and evening rush hours, on weekends, and on public holidays, so travel times may be longer.
Metro
  • From the city center, you can take the M11 Gayrettepe - Istanbul New Airport metro line to the airport.
  • The metro provides direct access to the airport from the Arnavutköy, İhsaniye, Göktürk, Kemerburgaz, Hasdal, Kağıthane, and Gayrettepe stations.
  • Gayrettepe station is one of Istanbul's major transfer points. You can reach it by metrobus, bus, or the M1 Hacıosman - Yenikapı metro line, then transfer to the airport metro.
  • The metro operates between 06:00 and 00:40.
  • The journey takes about 45 minutes on average.
Havaist
  • You can reach Istanbul Airport from key locations across Istanbul on Havaist buses.
  • Havaist buses make it easy to get to the airport from Aksaray, Esenler Bus Terminal, Arnavutköy, Halkalı-Başakşehir, Silivri - Çatalca, Beylikdüzü, Avcılar - Bahçeşehir, Bakırköy, Kadıköy, Taksim, and Sabiha Gökçen Airport.
  • For detailed information on timetables and fares, you can visit the official Havaist website or contact a customer service representative.
Taxi
  • You can take a taxi to the airport from anywhere in Istanbul, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
  • When traveling from the city center to the airport, any bridge and toll road fees along the route are paid by the passenger.
Car Rental
  • You can get to Istanbul Airport from the city center by renting a car.
  • You can rent a car from Avec, Sixt, Hertz, Rent Go, or any of the many other companies with an office at the airport, and use the vehicle delivery points at the airport.
Transfer
  • You can travel from the city center to the airport in luxury and comfort with a private transfer service.
  • Since transfer is somewhat more expensive than the other options, you may want to share the cost with friends.
  • It is recommended to book your transfer at least 24 hours in advance.

Transportation to Baku City Center from Airport

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

From the airport there are buses that provide transportation to Vurgun Park on 28 May Street, that run every 30 minutes. These buses take approximately 50 minutes and are very affordable. Bus line 116 takes off from the 1st floor of each terminal. Vurgun Park is the last stop on the bus line. From here the Gobustan National Park along the Caspian coastline is 15 minutes away on foot. The Old City is 2.5 km away. You can get there by taking bus lines 120 or 124 in about 25 minutes.

Metro

Baku’s metro network dates back to the 1960’s. Out of the two metro lines unfortunately neither connect directly to Heydar Aliyev International Airport. From the airport you can take bus line 116 to Koroglu Metro Station; this bus ride takes about 35 minutes. From the Koroglu Metro Station you can get to other central locations in the city like 28 May Street or the Old City. Azerbaijan’s largest stadium, Tefik Bahramov Stadium, is also located on this line.  

Taxi

To get from the airport to the city center you can also take a taxi. Taxi stands are located at the terminal exit. Taxis from the airport to the city center take around 20 minutes and will cost between 15-20 Azerbaijani Manat. You can also book a luxury transfer service. Fares for luxury transfer services start from 65 Azerbaijani Manat.

RENTAL CARS

Renting a car to get from the airport to the city center and to get around within the city is a great idea. The city is frequented by a lot of businessmen who usually choose to rent a car. Traffic in the city is mild and fuel is cheap so it makes renting a car an even more attractive option. The airport features a rich variety of rental car options. There are many vehicles to choose from, from luxurious vehicles to standard ones. To get to the city center follow the airport road to the Boyuk Shor Highway. This highway will connect you to Heydar Aliyev Avenue, after the Ziya Bunyadov Avenue junction. Heydar Aliyev Avenue will connect you to the Old City and central Baku.   

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.

 

Baku Weather

5-Day Forecast • Min / Max Temperature

Today
Wednesday
21 Oct
Cloudy
23°17°
Thursday
22 Oct
Cloudy
23°16°
Friday
23 Oct
Rain
18°17°
Saturday
24 Oct
Cloudy
20°13°
Sunday
25 Oct
Rain
19°13°

Frequently Asked Questions

When you search for Istanbul-Baku flights, Wingie directly gathers and compares instant data from all airlines. You can see all Istanbul-Baku flights together for the date you are looking for and choose the most suitable flight.
For Istanbul-Baku flights, you can use Sabiha Gökçen Intl. Airport, Istanbul Airport as departure airport, and Heydar Aliyev Intl. Airport for arrival.
The flight distance between Istanbul-Baku is 1756 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 2 hour 10 minutes.
When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Istanbul-Baku flights is Saturday.
AJet, Azerbaijan Airlines, Turkish Airlines organizes direct flights between Istanbul-Baku.
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 AJet starts from approximately $91.
AirlinePriceStandard inclusions
Turkish Airlines
$137
1 piece X 8 kg cabin baggage / Complimentary Refreshments
AJet
$91
1 piece X 4 kg handbag (40x30x15 cm)
Pegasus
$94
1 piece X 3 kg handbag (40x30x15 cm)

Last update: 20.10.2026

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