Travelling from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD): what you need to know
Baku's timezone is UTC+4, making Baku three hours behind Phuket.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport on time to board your HKT to GYD flight.
During popular months like February, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Phuket International Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between HKT and GYD:
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
At the moment, R 6,105 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Phuket International Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 12,475. Remember that fares may change due to demand when booking.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from HKT to GYD. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Phuket International Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
Picking up cheap flights from HKT to GYD is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when fares go down.
Find the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Phuket International Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Phuket International Airport (HKT)
Of the departures from Phuket International Airport, 65.93% land on schedule at their destination.
To reach Phuket International Airport from central Phuket, it'll take around 50 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of about 1 hour 20 minutes when using public transport.
Taking an early flight from Phuket International Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to HKT:
Arriving at Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Phuket International Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near GYD instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Heydar Aliyev International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Car Hire Baku, Thrifty or AZRENT and see more of Baku and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Heydar Aliyev International Airport about two weeks before 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.
It takes around 1 hour 30 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
July is the most popular month for flights from Phuket International Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Baku in April.
Lock in your flight from Phuket International Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport for August if you'd like to explore Baku during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from HKT to GYD in February. Average temperatures are between 2ºC (36ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) then.
Explore more of Azerbaijan
You've visited Baku, now it's time to discover other parts of Azerbaijan. Journey around 48 kilometres north-west to Sumqayıt to tick off its popular sights. From Saray Parkı to Bələdiyyə bağı and Local Park, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 193 kilometres south-west of Baku, Lankaran is another favourite stop in Azerbaijan. Experience major highlights starting with Sahil parkı, Sütəmurdov Körpüsü and Avtobaza.