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Quick Flight Summary from Baku to Istanbul

  • Lowest recent price
    372 SAR
  • Direct flight duration 3 hour 15 min
  • Direct airlines Azerbaijan Airlines, AJet, Pegasus, Turkish Airlines
  • Arrival airports SAW / IST
  • Best days to book Tuesday, Saturday
  • Average over the last 30 days
    429 SAR

Cheapest flights from Baku to Istanbul

Cheapest Direct Flight

AJet

AJet
11 Nov, Wed
Baku – Istanbul
3h 15m
Non-stop
GYD–SAW

AJet

AJet
1 Dec, Tue
Baku – Istanbul
3h 15m
Non-stop
GYD–SAW

AJet

AJet
6 Dec, Sun
Baku – Istanbul
3h 15m
Non-stop
GYD–SAW
Shortest Flight

Pegasus

Pegasus
26 Nov, Thu
Baku – Istanbul
3h 5m
Non-stop
GYD–SAW

Pegasus

Pegasus
2 Dec, Wed
Baku – Istanbul
3h 5m
Non-stop
GYD–SAW

Pegasus

Pegasus
14 Nov, Sat
Baku – Istanbul
3h 5m
Non-stop
GYD–SAW

AJet

AJet
15 Nov, Sun
Baku – Istanbul
3h 15m
Non-stop
GYD–SAW

AJet

AJet
17 Nov, Tue
Baku – Istanbul
3h 15m
Non-stop
GYD–SAW

AJet

AJet
20 Nov, Fri
Baku – Istanbul
3h 15m
Non-stop
GYD–SAW

Last update: 23 October 2026 07:59

Direct flights from Baku to Istanbul

Azerbaijan Airlines
AJet
Pegasus
Turkish Airlines

Estimated Prices for Baku to Istanbul Flights

Cheapest Day11 November Wednesday
Best Price
372 SAR
Average Price
554 SAR
1,432 SAR
372 SAR
549 SAR
24Sat
Oct
549 SAR
25Sun
575 SAR
29Thu
646 SAR
30Fri
638 SAR
31Sat
1,432 SAR
01Sun
Nov
955 SAR
02Mon
490 SAR
04Wed
490 SAR
08Sun
566 SAR
09Mon
566 SAR
10Tue
372 SAR
11Wed
423 SAR
14Sat
431 SAR
15Sun
431 SAR
17Tue
431 SAR
20Fri
608 SAR
22Sun
549 SAR
24Tue
566 SAR
25Wed
374 SAR
26Thu
575 SAR
29Sun
471 SAR
30Mon
372 SAR
01Tue
Dec
408 SAR
02Wed
566 SAR
04Fri
372 SAR
06Sun

Key Features of the Airlines

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Transportation to Airport from Baku City Center

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

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. 

Transportation to Istanbul City Center from Airport

Sabiha Gökçen Intl. Airport

Sabiha Gökçen Airport is located in Pendik, on the Anatolian Side of Istanbul. From the airport, you can get to the city center by metro, municipal bus, Havabus, public transport with a Marmaray transfer, taxi, car rental, or transfer service.

Metro
  • The airport is the terminus of the M4 Kadıköy–Sabiha Gökçen Airport metro line. The line takes about 50 minutes to get from the airport to Kadıköy.
  • You can transfer to Marmaray at Ayrılık Çeşmesi station and to the Metrobus at Ünalan station.
  • Timetables and weekend night services vary according to the current IBB (Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality) schedule. For up-to-date information, you can check Metro Istanbul's announcements.
  • You board the metro with an Istanbulkart. To buy a card, you can use the ticket machines at the stations.
Havabus
  • With Havabus services, you can reach Taksim and Kadıköy without transfers.
  • The Taksim line follows the Kavacık and Zincirlikuyu route. The journey takes about 1.5 hours, depending on traffic.
  • The Kadıköy line also stops at Yenisahra. The journey to Kadıköy takes about 1 hour, depending on traffic.
  • For current timetables and fares, you can check Havabus's official website.
Bus
  • E10: Kadıköy via Kurtköy
  • E3: 4. Levent Metro (European Side)
  • 16S: Uzunçayır Metrobus
  • MR60: Pendik YHT (Marmaray)
  • Routes and schedules may change. For up-to-date information, you can check the official IETT website or mobile app.
Marmaray
  • With Marmaray, you can reach many parts of the city by transferring.
  • You can take the MR60 bus to Pendik YHT station and transfer to Marmaray.
  • You can also take the M4 metro to Ayrılık Çeşmesi station and switch to Marmaray.
Taxi
  • You can take a taxi from the airport to anywhere in the city.
  • Bridge and tunnel tolls are paid by the passenger.
Car Rental
  • There are offices of international and local car rental companies at the airport.
  • If you make a reservation in advance, you can pick up your car without waiting in line.
Transfer
  • You can travel comfortably from the airport to different parts of the city with a private transfer service.
  • It is recommended to book your transfer at least one day in advance.

Istanbul Airport

Istanbul Airport is located on the European Side of the city, in the Arnavutköy district. You can get from the airport to the city center by bus, Havaist shuttle, metro, taxi, rental car, or private transfer.

Bus
  • H-1, H-2, H-3, H-6, and H-8 buses run from Istanbul Airport to various parts of the city, including Mecidiyeköy, Mahmutbey, Sultangazi, Sarıyer, and Halkalı.
  • Travel times are approximately 1 hour 40 minutes to Mecidiyeköy, 1 hour 45 minutes to Halkalı, 1 hour 30 minutes to Mahmutbey, 1 hour 25 minutes to Sultangazi, and 1 hour 50 minutes to Sarıyer. Journey times may vary depending on traffic.
  • You can buy bus tickets at the ticket booths or machines at the airport platforms, or online.
Metro
  • The M11 Gayrettepe – Istanbul Airport metro line connects the airport to the city center.
  • The metro provides direct access to Arnavutköy, İhsaniye, Göktürk, Kemerburgaz, Hasdal, Kağıthane, and Gayrettepe.
  • At Gayrettepe station, you can transfer to the Metrobus, city buses, and the M1 Hacıosman – Yenikapı metro line.
  • The metro operates from 06:00 to 00:00.
  • The journey takes about 45 minutes on average.
Havaist
  • Havaist shuttle services run to Aksaray, Esenler Bus Terminal, Arnavutköy, Halkalı–Başakşehir, Silivri–Çatalca, Beylikdüzü, Avcılar–Bahçeşehir, Bakırköy, Kadıköy, Taksim, and Sabiha Gökçen Airport.
  • You can pay for Havaist online, at the ticket booths on the platforms, or by card on board. Some Havaist buses also accept Istanbul Kart.
  • Fares vary depending on the route.
Taxi
  • Orange, turquoise, and black taxis serve the route between Istanbul Airport and the city center.
  • Fixed fares apply to certain destinations in the city center.
  • Bridge crossings, bus terminal exit fees, and toll roads are paid by the passenger.
Car Rental
  • You can rent a car from companies at the airport, including Avec, Sixt, Hertz, Rent Go, Budget, Europcar, Enterprise, Garenta, and many more, and drive to the city center.
  • If you book before arriving, you can pick up your car directly without waiting in line.
  • With a rental car, you can easily reach the city center as well as Istanbul's historical and natural attractions, such as the Historic Peninsula, Taksim, Kadıköy, Üsküdar, Florya, Polonezköy, Çatalca, and Şile.
Transfer
  • A private transfer service offers a luxurious and comfortable ride from the airport to destinations across Istanbul.
  • We recommend booking your transfer at least 24 hours in advance.

Istanbul Weather

5-Day Forecast • Min / Max Temperature

Today
Friday
23 Oct
Rain
21°14°
Saturday
24 Oct
Cloudy
16°13°
Sunday
25 Oct
Cloudy
18°13°
Monday
26 Oct
Cloudy
17°14°
Tuesday
27 Oct
Rain
16°14°

Popular Flights to Istanbul

Frequently Asked Questions

When you search for Baku-Istanbul flights, Wingie directly gathers and compares instant data from all airlines. You can see all Baku-Istanbul flights together for the date you are looking for and choose the most suitable flight.
For Baku-Istanbul flights, you can use Heydar Aliyev Intl. Airport as departure airport, and Sabiha Gökçen Intl. Airport, Istanbul Airport for arrival.
The flight distance between Baku-Istanbul is 1756 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 2 hour 10 minutes.
When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Baku-Istanbul flights is Thursday.
AJet, Pegasus, Turkish Airlines, Azerbaijan Airlines organizes direct flights between Baku-Istanbul.
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 AJet starts from approximately 355 SAR.
AirlinePriceStandard inclusions
Azerbaijan Airlines
396 SAR
No changes allowed / No Refund / 1 piece X 10 kg cabin baggage
AJet
355 SAR
1 piece X 4 kg handbag (40x30x15 cm)
Turkish Airlines
535 SAR
1 piece X 8 kg cabin baggage / Complimentary Refreshments
Pegasus
357 SAR
1 piece X 3 kg handbag (40x30x15 cm)

Last update: 22.10.2026

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