Search Flights from Bakü to Barnaul

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. 

There are mutual flights from Barnaul Airport to Moscow, Dusseldorf, Antalya and Bangkok. Arriving at Barnaul Airport, the passengers who want to reach the city center fast with a comfortable vehicle can take buses or taxis that are available in front of the terminal buildings. You can also rent a car if you want to get to Barnaul city center from the airport and then travel to other places around.

If you are planning to stay at a hotel in Barnaul, you can get information about the shuttle services from your hotel before heading to the city. If your hotel has a free shuttle service at Barnaul Airport, you can go to your hotel in a much more comfortable way.

Taxi

Once you arrive at Barnaul Airport, you can reach Barnaul city center by taking a taxi every day of the week and any time of the day. The taxi ride between Barnaul Airport, which is 15 kilometers away, and the city center takes about 20-30 minutes. If you are traveling with heavy suitcases that you may have difficulty to carry, you can take a taxi though it is a little bit more costly, and easily get to Barnaul city center.

Bus

The passengers arriving at Barnaul Airport in the daytime can take the buses moving to the city center at certain intervals during the day. Those who prefer traveling by bus can also enjoy cheaper transportation. However, you may need to walk to the hotel or where you want to reach after getting off at the bus stop in the city center.

Rent a car

In Barnaul, you can rent one of the sedan-type or 4x4-type wide vehicles, and enjoy the opportunity to reach Barnaul city center anytime you want. The offices of some of the local car rental companies are located within the terminal building of Barnaul Airport. In this way, you can get your car by contacting the rental offices in person at the airport after landing.

Hotel Shuttle Services

If your hotel provides an airport shuttle service for its guests, you can get to Barnaul city center with one of the most comfortable options you may prefer on this route. The shuttle services provided by hotels free of charge or at affordable prices are also ideal for Barnaul visitors who prefer budget-friendly transportation.

Private Transfer Services

Private transfer services with a capacity of up to 6 passengers are also an ideal option to reach Barnaul city center. You can take advantage of this option paying an avverage of 50 Euros. You can comfortably take your belongings (up to 6 suitcases) with private transfer service vehicles that take you to Barnaul city center in 30 minutes.