IATA: GYD · Baku, Azerbaijan

Heydar Aliyev International Airport Guide

CapitalBaku
Population10,241,722
CurrencyAZN m Azerbaijani manat
LanguageAzerbaijani
Time ZoneUTC+04:00
AirportGYD
Distance
Flight Time
Visitors/yr~9,998,242

Heydar Aliyev International Airport (IATA: GYD) is a key aviation hub serving Baku and the wider Azerbaijan region. The airport operates 3 passenger terminals, handling millions of passengers annually.

Getting to Baku from GYD

Train and metro offer the fastest connections (20–40 min). Buses and shared shuttles are the most affordable. Taxis and rideshare apps (Uber, Bolt) are ideal with luggage or in groups.

Terminals & Facilities

Heydar Aliyev International Airport has 3 terminals with duty-free retail, restaurants, business lounges, family zones and prayer rooms. Free WiFi is available throughout.

Airport Lounges at GYD

Multiple lounges are accessible via Priority Pass, Amex Platinum, airline status or day-pass purchase. Amenities include complimentary food and drinks, fast WiFi and shower facilities.

Parking

Short-stay, long-stay and meet-and-greet options are available at Heydar Aliyev International Airport. Pre-booking online saves 30–50% versus paying at the gate.

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