1,780 km · 3h 15m
ISTIstanbul
GYDBaku
Cheap Flights from Istanbul to Baku
Istanbul to Baku is about 1,780 km, roughly 3h 15m in the air. Airlines on this route include Turkish Airlines, AZAL Azerbaijan Airlines, Pegasus Airlines. Aviasales travellers recently found fares from GBP 63 for Nov 2026 departures (as of 31 Oct 2026); check the live price before you book.
From GBP 63 · as of 31 Oct 2026
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Flight time
3h 15m
Distance
1,780 km
Airlines
Turkish Airlines (TK), AZAL Azerbaijan Airlines (J2), Pegasus Airlines (PC)
Typically served — verify with the airline.
Carriers seen in a sample search — verify availability
Azerbaijan Airlines (J2), Hahn Air (HR), ITA, Lufthansa (LH), Pegasus Airlines (PC), Turkish Airlines (TK), Uzbekistan Airways, flydubai (FZ)
Nonstop options were found in this sample search.
Lowest fares found for Nov 2026
GBP 63.00
Range found: GBP 63.00–130.00
Cheapest fares Aviasales travellers found in recent searches, as of 31 Oct 2026 · not a live quote · in GBP
Istanbul to Baku is a short international hop of roughly 1,780 km, flown nonstop in about 3 hours and 15 minutes. Turkish Airlines, AZAL Azerbaijan Airlines and Pegasus Airlines all serve the IST → GYD route. Compare departures across all three carriers to find the timing and price that suit you.
Best time to book
On this route, booking roughly 3–7 weeks ahead has typically offered the best fares.
- Cheaper months (illustrative)
- Apr, May
- Pricier months (illustrative)
- Jan, Dec
Illustrative guidance, not a live fare quote
Price trend
| Best time to book | From |
|---|---|
| Nov | GBP 63 |
| Dec | GBP 63 |
| Jan | GBP 61 |
| Feb | GBP 57 |
| Mar | GBP 66 |
| Apr | GBP 73 |
| May | GBP 88 |
| Jun | GBP 97 |
| Jul | GBP 108 |
| Aug | GBP 108 |
| Sep | GBP 80 |
| Oct | GBP 82 |
Cheapest fare per departure month found by Aviasales travellers, as of 31 Oct 2026 · in GBP · not a live quote
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Good to know
- Book two to six weeks ahead and avoid peak summer and holiday dates, when IST → GYD demand and fares climb.
- Compare Turkish Airlines, AZAL and Pegasus together — a nonstop of just 3h 15m can still vary a lot in price and baggage allowance.
- Azerbaijan uses the ASAN e-visa system for many nationalities, while some travellers enter visa-free; confirm your entry requirements before booking.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Istanbul to Baku?
Nonstop flights cover the roughly 1,780 km between Istanbul (IST) and Baku (GYD) in about 3 hours and 15 minutes. Actual times vary slightly with winds and your exact gates.
Which airlines fly nonstop from Istanbul to Baku?
Turkish Airlines, AZAL Azerbaijan Airlines and Pegasus Airlines all operate direct flights on this route. Comparing all three often reveals the best mix of schedule and fare.
Which airport will I arrive at in Baku?
All flights land at Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD), Baku's main gateway about 25 km from the city centre. Since Istanbul has more than one airport, double-check that your flight departs from IST before you travel.
Airports on this route
Airlines on this route
Typically served — verify with the airline.