Travelling from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD): what you need to know
5 hours 35 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport. Baku is 3 hours ahead of Barcelona and is in the UTC+4 timezone.
Every week, there are 3 flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport. To take off as early as possible, take the 06:50 AZAL Azerbaijan Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure from BCN to GYD is 11:35 with AZAL Azerbaijan Airlines.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
Jetting into Baku (and then discovering more of Azerbaijan!) is simple with AZAL Azerbaijan Airlines. This popular airline offers direct flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport.
To break up your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to find a city that interests you. Popular stopovers on the BCN - GYD route are:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Milano Malpensa Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Before organising your cheap ticket from BCN to GYD, check whether you need a visa to enter Azerbaijan. Travel document and visa requirements can vary and are updated frequently. For the most up-to-date information, contact the nearest consulate or embassy of your destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport is R 1,530. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 3,865. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Book 9 months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from BCN to GYD.
The cheapest month for tickets from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Barcelona. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 24 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 33 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to BCN:
Arriving at Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near GYD instead:
Getting from Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD) to central Baku
Heydar Aliyev International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres from central Baku. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 24 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour and 31 minutes.
When to fly to Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
The quietest month for a flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Baku based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport for August if you'd like to visit Baku during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 22ºC and 32ºC.
February sees average temperatures of between 2ºC and 10ºC. Search for cheap tickets from BCN to GYD sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Baku
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