Best Price
LOT Polish Airlines
22 Oct, Thu
San Francisco – Baku
1d 2h
1 stop
SFO–GYD
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Quick Flight Summary from San Francisco to Baku
- Lowest recent price $488
- Direct flight duration 22 hour 10 min
- Arrival airports GYD
- Best days to book Thursday, Saturday
- Average over the last 30 days $644
Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Baku
Shortest Flight
Lufthansa
12 Nov, Thu
San Francisco – Baku
22h 10m
1 stop
SFO–GYD
Qatar Airways
18 Nov, Wed
San Francisco – Baku
2d 10h 29m
2 stop
SFO–GYD
Last update: 20 October 2026 06:48
Estimated Prices for San Francisco to Baku Flights
Cheapest Day22 October Thursday
Best Price
$488
Average Price
$741
$1,188
$488
Key Features of the Airlines
- Budget Turkish Flights
- Domestic Focus
- Turkish Airlines Partner
- 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 San Francisco City Center
San Francisco Intl. Airport
Located 21 km from the city center, San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is a major transit center for passengers, particularly those traveling from Asia. San Francisco International is the second busiest airport in California, following Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Every year SFO handles a significant number of both domestic and international flights. There are a variety of transportation alternatives passengers can utilize to get to and from the airport.
San Francisco International Airport stands out for the comfortable and exceptional services it offers. The airport features services aimed at meeting your every need, from comfortable passenger lounges, to restaurants that offer a wide variety of cuisines and a vibrant array of stores where you can go shopping.
San Francisco International Airport is accessible by taxi, bus, train, rental car, and personal car as the airport contains parking lots that offer short-term and long-term parking options.
Train
There are two rail systems that you can use to get to San Francisco International Airport from the city center. The first is the rapid-rail system, the BART. The BART starts running in the early hours of the morning, providing easy and fast transportation between SFO and the northern and southern parts of the city.
The other rail system that you can use to get to 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 San Francisco and San Jose and SFO.
Taxi
One of the most convenient and fastest transportation alternatives to get to SFO from the city center is by taxi. Taxi fares are calculated based on the kilometers traveled. A taxi from downtown San Francisco can cost between 42 and 62 dollars and takes about 20 minutes. For more information on taxi companies and their contact information please visit San Francisco International Airport’s website.
Bus
SamTrans buses provide transportation between the San Francisco city center and the airport. These public buses are operated by San Mateo County and run between San Mateo, various parts of San Francisco and San Francisco International Airport. SamTrans lines KX, 292, 397, and 398 run directly to 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 airport. There are many rental car companies located in the city. You can drop off your rental vehicle at the Rental Car Center before your departure. From the Rental Car Center the AirTrain Blue Line provides access to 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.
Bike
San Francisco International Airport contains bike assembly stations and parking areas for those who want to access the airport by bike. The BART and SamTrans rapid rail systems provide passengers with bike/transit options and the airport features marked bicycle routes. Bike lovers can easily access the airport by bicycle.
Airport Information
San Francisco International Airport is located 21 km from the city center. The airport covers an expansive area and operates domestic and international flights out of 4 terminals, Terminal 1, Terminal 2, Terminal 3, and the International Terminal. The AirTrain automated system provides free transportation between each terminal, as well as the Rental Car Center and BART station. The AirTrain Red Line links all terminals, terminal garages and the BART Station. The AirTrain Blue Line links the Rental Car Center with all terminals, terminal garages, and the BART Station. SFO also contains a variety of services and amenities to meet passengers’ pre-flight and post-flight needs.
The airport features health services in the terminals, rental car offices, banks, a lost and found, wireless internet, charging stations, clothing stores where you can go shopping, restaurants and cafes, the Aviation Museum & Library, rotating exhibitions, spa services, children’s play areas, free yoga rooms, a market, and much more.
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
Tuesday
20 Oct
21°18°
Wednesday
21 Oct
24°17°
Thursday
22 Oct
23°17°
Friday
23 Oct
21°17°
Saturday
24 Oct
23°17°
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Frequently Asked Questions
How does Wingie offer the cheapest San Francisco-Baku flights?
How does Wingie offer the cheapest San Francisco-Baku flights?
When you search for San Francisco-Baku flights, Wingie directly gathers and compares instant data from all airlines. You can see all San Francisco-Baku flights together for the date you are looking for and choose the most suitable flight.
Which airports can I use for San Francisco-Baku flights?
Which airports can I use for San Francisco-Baku flights?
For San Francisco-Baku flights, you can use Embarkader Airport, San Francisco Intl. Airport as departure airport, and Heydar Aliyev Intl. Airport for arrival.
How many kilometers is the flight distance from San Francisco-Baku and how long does the flight take?
How many kilometers is the flight distance from San Francisco-Baku and how long does the flight take?
The flight distance between San Francisco-Baku is 11286 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 14 hour.
Which day is the most convenient for San Francisco-Baku flights?
Which day is the most convenient for San Francisco-Baku flights?
When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for San Francisco-Baku flights is Saturday.
Which airlines offer direct flights between San Francisco-Baku?
Which airlines offer direct flights between San Francisco-Baku?
LOT Polish Airlines, Lufthansa, Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines, United Airlines, Alaska Airlines organizes direct flights between San Francisco-Baku.
San Francisco-Baku: which airline is better value on this route?
San Francisco-Baku: 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 LOT Polish Airlines starts from approximately $468.
| Airline | Price | Standard inclusions |
|---|---|---|
 LOT Polish Airlines | $468 | Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / No Refund / 1 piece X 8 kg cabin baggage / Complimentary Refreshments |
 Lufthansa | $518 | Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / 1 piece cabin baggage / Complimentary Refreshments |
 Qatar Airways | $657 | Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / Partial Refund (up to 48 hours) / 1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage / 2 pieces X 23 kg checked baggage / Complimentary Refreshments |
 Alaska Airlines | $1,375 | Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / Partial Refund (up to 48 hours) / 1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage / 2 pieces X 23 kg checked baggage / Complimentary Refreshments |
 Air France | $1,113 | Penalty-Free Change (up to 48 hours) / No Refund / 1 piece X 12 kg cabin baggage (55x40x20 cm cm) / 1 piece X 23 kg checked baggage |
 Turkish Airlines | $1,445 | Paid Change / 1 piece X 8 kg cabin baggage / 1 piece X 23 kg checked baggage / Complimentary Refreshments |
 American Airlines | $717 | Penalty-Free Change (up to 48 hours) / No Refund / 1 piece X 23 kg checked baggage / Complimentary Refreshments |
Last update: 13.10.2026
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