Flying 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, which makes Baku three hours ahead of Frankfurt.
Flights from FRA to GYD start at 13:50 — the earliest with Lufthansa. The latest departure is at 17:30 with Lufthansa. In total, there are five weekly Frankfurt Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport flights.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your FRA to GYD flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as April? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Lufthansa offers direct flights from Frankfurt Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Baku — and maybe even more of Azerbaijan if you have time.
Most passengers choose to fly with Lufthansa on this route.
Lufthansa is the most punctual carrier operating FRA to GYD flights. A reliable 82.05% of its services on this route arrive on time.
If you want to include a stop along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Frankfurt Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between FRA and GYD:
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague
Vienna International Airport
Sofia Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
Currently, ₹ 11,779 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Frankfurt Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ₹ 22,723. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
It's usually best to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from FRA to GYD. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Organise your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for flights from Frankfurt Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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Handy information about Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
When it comes to Frankfurt Airport's on-time performance, data shows 67.47% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Frankfurt to Frankfurt Airport is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near FRA. Whether you're catching an early flight from Frankfurt Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
Consider booking a hotel near GYD if you're taking a late Frankfurt Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Follow your own route with a Heydar Aliyev International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Car Hire Baku, Thrifty or AZRENT and chase adventure across Baku and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Heydar Aliyev International Airport around two weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD) to central Baku
Heydar Aliyev International Airport to central Baku has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes around 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Baku. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Baku, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC to 32ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from FRA to GYD in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC and 10ºC on average.
Explore more of Azerbaijan
You've seen Baku, now it's time to explore other parts of Azerbaijan. Journey about 48 kilometres north-west to Sumqayıt to tick off its must-visit sights. From Saray Parkı to Bələdiyyə bağı and Local Park, your itinerary will be busy.
Lankaran is another standout destination in Azerbaijan and is around 193 kilometres south-west of Baku. No trip is complete without experiencing Sahil parkı, Sütəmurdov Körpüsü and Avtobaza.
