How to get from GYD to Baku
| Option | Cost | Journey time |
|---|---|---|
| Express bus H-1 (to 28 May metro) | AZN 1.30 (€0.70) | 30–45 min |
| Taxi (official airport / Bolt) | AZN 25–40 (€13–22) | 25–35 min |
GYD is 25km from centre — Bolt + Yandex Go work in Baku and are cheaper than official taxis. Caspian winds can be very strong — secure hats/scarves. Azerbaijani Manat (AZN) only — limited card acceptance outside hotels.
Skip the queue — pre-book an arrival transfer
A fixed-price transfer meets you inside arrivals with a name-board. No haggling, no cash, no scam risk after a long flight into GYD.
Getting out of Baku (GYD)
Skip the taxi rank and lock in your fare before you land.
Pre-book a fixed-price transfer
Our pickDriver waits at arrivals with your name, tracks your flight, and the price you see is the price you pay. English-speaking, fixed price. No surge, no haggling at 2am.
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Common questions
How much does a taxi from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Baku cost?
AZN 25–40 (€13–22) — expect the higher end during rush hour or bad weather. Pre-book a fixed-price transfer if you want price certainty.
What's the cheapest way from GYD to Baku?
Express bus H-1 (to 28 May metro) at AZN 1.30 (€0.70) — 30–45 min to central Baku.
Do I need to buy a visa on arrival in Azerbaijan?
Most Western + EU + US + Canadian passports require e-visa (ASAN Visa, $26 single entry, evisa.gov.az). Many CIS countries visa-free.