Travelling from Baghdad International Airport (BGW) to Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Baghdad International Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 5 minutes.
The timezone in Baku is UTC+4, which is one hour ahead of Baghdad.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your BGW to GYD flight.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Iraqi Airways is your gateway to exploring Baku (and maybe even some other great parts of Azerbaijan!). Browse the direct flights from Baghdad International Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport offered by this carrier.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Iraqi Airways.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Baghdad International Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between BGW and GYD:
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Baghdad International Airport (BGW) to Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
$257 is currently the best price for a one-way Baghdad International Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport flight. A return flight starts at $509. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
Book six months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from BGW to GYD.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Baghdad International Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
Picking up cheap flights from BGW to GYD is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Lock in the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Baghdad International Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
Of all flights leaving Baghdad International Airport, 72.91% touch down on time at their destination.
Baghdad International Airport is about 27 kilometres from central Baghdad. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching an early flight from Baghdad International Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to BGW:
Arriving at Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
Reserve a hotel near GYD if you're on a late Baghdad International Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Hit the road running by picking up a Heydar Aliyev International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Car Hire Baku, Thrifty or AZRENT to explore Baku and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Heydar Aliyev International Airport around two weeks in advance.
Getting from Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD) to central Baku
From Heydar Aliyev International Airport, Baku is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre by car.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
The quietest month for a flight from Baghdad International Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Baku based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your flight from Baghdad International Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Baku, with the temperature ranging from 22ºC to 32ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BGW to GYD in February. Temperatures average between 2ºC and 10ºC then.
Explore more of Azerbaijan
Sumqayıt is just one of the many places in Azerbaijan waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Baku. Around 48 kilometres away to the north-west, its top attractions include Saray Parkı, Bələdiyyə bağı and Local Park.
Around 193 kilometres south-west of Baku, Lankaran is another favourite stop in Azerbaijan. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Sahil parkı, Sütəmurdov Körpüsü and Avtobaza.