Travelling from Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD): what you need to know
Expect to be in the skies for 2 hours 51 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Sharjah International Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport. Baku and Sharjah are in the same timezone (UTC+4).
Every week, there are 38 flights from Sharjah International Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport. If you want to jet off as early as possible, take the 07:55 Air Arabia flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the latest flight from SHJ to GYD is 17:10 with Air Arabia.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Air Arabia is your ticket to exploring Baku (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Azerbaijan!). Check out the direct flights from Sharjah International Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport offered by this carrier.
If you'd like to have a stopover for your flight from Sharjah International Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' and look through your options. Here are the popular stopovers between SHJ and GYD:
Bahrain International Airport
Imam Khomeini International Airport
Kuwait International Airport
Remember, you may need a visa to enter Azerbaijan. Visa regulations vary and travel documentation requirements change frequently. Before locking in your cheap ticket from SHJ to GYD, be sure to check with your carrier and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the most up-to-date information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sharjah International Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport is ₹ 5,631. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 11,433. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Score cheap flight tickets from SHJ to GYD by booking at least 3 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
Plan your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Sharjah International Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
Sign into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll get notified straight away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you from looking for cheap flight tickets from SHJ to GYD every day.
Use filters to tailor your flights from Sharjah International Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport. Enter your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Handy information about Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
To reach Sharjah International Airport from central Sharjah, it takes about 11 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking an early flight from Sharjah International Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near SHJ:
Arriving at Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
Book a hotel close to GYD if you have a late flight from Sharjah International Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD) to central Baku
Heydar Aliyev International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres from the centre of Baku. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 24 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour and 31 minutes.
When to fly to Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Sharjah International Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Baku. If you like a quieter vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Baku is August, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your flights from Sharjah International Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SHJ to GYD in February. Temperatures average between 2ºC and 10ºC then.
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