Travelling from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Dubai Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport is 2 hours 55 minutes.
Baku's timezone is UTC+4, which is the same as Dubai.
Flights from DXB to GYD start at 02:25 — the earliest with AZAL Azerbaijan Airlines. The last departure is at 19:25 with flydubai. In total, there are 47 weekly Dubai Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your DXB to GYD flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like January. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Flydubai offers direct flights from Dubai Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Baku — and maybe even more of Azerbaijan if you have time.
Flydubai is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
AZAL Azerbaijan Airlines leads the way as the most punctual carrier for DXB to GYD flights, with 91.67% of its services landing on schedule.
If you want to break up your flight, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Dubai Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport. These are the top stopovers between DXB and GYD:
Imam Khomeini International Airport
Muscat International Airport
King Khaled International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
At the moment, RM431 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Dubai Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is RM883. Remember that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from DXB to GYD, book your journey seven months before your departure date.
Plan your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Dubai Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from DXB to GYD.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Dubai Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport.
Handy information about Dubai Airport (DXB)
When it comes to Dubai Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74.31% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Dubai to Dubai Airport is approximately 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
You can expect a trip time of about 50 minutes on public transport.
Need a handy hotel near DXB? If you're boarding an early flight from Dubai Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
Reserve a hotel near GYD if you're catching a late Dubai Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Explore without limits with a Heydar Aliyev International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Car Hire Baku, Thrifty or AZRENT and chase adventure across Baku and beyond.
Booking your ride from Heydar Aliyev International Airport around two weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
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 drive to the centre.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
The quietest month for a flight from Dubai Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Baku based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When reserving your flight from Dubai Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Baku, with the temperature ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DXB to GYD in February. Temperatures average between 2ºC (36ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) then.
Explore more of Azerbaijan
You've seen Baku, now it's time to discover other corners of Azerbaijan. Travel about 48 kilometres north-west to Sumqayıt to tick off its must-visit sights. From Saray Parkı to Bələdiyyə bağı and Local Park, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Lankaran is another favourite destination in Azerbaijan and is around 193 kilometres south-west of Baku. No trip is complete without visiting Sahil parkı, Sütəmurdov Körpüsü and Avtobaza.