Flying from Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD) to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know
The timezone in Zurich is UTC+1, which is three hours behind Baku.
Leave plenty of time to catch your GYD to ZRH flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Zurich Airport. These are the top stopovers between GYD and ZRH:
Frankfurt Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Dalaman Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Zurich Airport flight is ₹ 11,840. A round-trip ticket right now is ₹ 23,826. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from GYD to ZRH if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
Getting cheap flights from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Zurich Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across each month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
Heydar Aliyev International Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 83.46% of flights that depart GYD reach their destination without delay.
Central Baku to Heydar Aliyev International Airport is around 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes when using public transport.
Booked an early flight from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Zurich Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near GYD:
Arriving at Zurich Airport (ZRH)
If you're coming in on a late Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Zurich Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these options near ZRH:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Zurich Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Green Motion and explore beyond Zurich's usual tourist stops.
Booking your ride from Zurich Airport around two weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich
From Zurich Airport, Zurich is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you around 1 hour 35 minutes.
When to fly to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
July is the most popular month for flights from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Zurich Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Zurich in January.
Before locking in your flight from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Zurich Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Zurich, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC to 27ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from GYD to ZRH in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC and 7ºC on average.
Explore more of Switzerland
Zurich has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Switzerland you'll want to see. Around 72 kilometres west of Zurich, a trip to Basel will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Basel Minster, Bistro Kunstmuseum Basel and Rhine River Cruises.
Bern is another standout destination in Switzerland and is around 97 kilometres south-west of Zurich. No journey is complete without experiencing Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bern Cathedral.