Traveling from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Frankfurt Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport is 4 hours 50 minutes. Baku's timezone is UTC+4, making Baku 3 hours ahead of Frankfurt.
Choose from 5 weekly flights from Frankfurt Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport. The 04:20 departure with Lufthansa is the earliest you can take from FRA to GYD. Lufthansa operates the last service of the day at 17:30 if you're not into early starts.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
Lufthansa is your gateway to exploring Baku (and maybe even some other exciting parts of Azerbaijan!). Look through the direct flights from Frankfurt Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport offered by this carrier.
If you'd like to break up your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport, consider adding a stopover. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' and find a city that appeals to you. The top stopovers on the FRA - GYD route include:
Sofia Airport
Vienna International Airport
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague
Remember, you may need a visa to enter Azerbaijan. Visa regulations can differ and travel documentation requirements are always changing. Before booking your cheap ticket from FRA to GYD, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the most up-to-date information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Frankfurt Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport is $135. The cheapest price for a return flight is $280. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Get cheap tickets from FRA to GYD by booking at least 3 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
Organize your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Frankfurt Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
Create a Price Alert for cheap tickets from FRA to GYD. There's no need to search every day to see if fares have fallen. We'll update you as soon as there's a change in price.
Use filters to tailor your flights from Frankfurt Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Handy information about Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Located around 14 kilometers from the center of Frankfurt, Frankfurt Airport can be reached in approximately 21 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 37 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near FRA? If you've booked an early flight from Frankfurt Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
If you have a late flight from Frankfurt Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near GYD:
Getting from Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD) to central Baku
From Heydar Aliyev International Airport, Baku is approximately 21 kilometers away. It takes around 24 minutes to reach the center driving.
If you're traveling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour and 31 minutes.
When to fly to Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Baku. If you prefer a more peaceful vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport for August if you want to explore Baku during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 22ºC and 32ºC.
February has average temperatures of between 2ºC and 10ºC. Look for cheap tickets from FRA to GYD sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Baku
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