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Pegasus Airlines
PC 1186
→ Outbound · 27 Sep
LGW
London Gatwick
GYD
Baku
2:55 PM
27 Sep
9h 10m
3:05 AM
28 Sep
← Return · 7 Oct
GYD
Baku
STN
London Stansted
4:05 AM
7 Oct
11h 10m
12:15 PM
7 Oct
from
£369
Return · per adult
AJet
VF 532
→ Outbound · 8 Nov
STN
London Stansted
GYD
Baku
3:30 PM
8 Nov
20h 00m
3:30 PM
9 Nov
← Return · 18 Nov
GYD
Baku
STN
London Stansted
6:55 AM
18 Nov
8h 35m
11:30 AM
18 Nov
from
£445
Return · per adult
Azerbaijan Airlines
J2 108
→ Outbound · 20 Dec
LGW
London Gatwick
GYD
Baku
10:25 AM
20 Dec
5h 30m
Direct
7:55 PM
20 Dec
← Return · 30 Dec
GYD
Baku
LGW
London Gatwick
7:25 AM
30 Dec
6h 00m
Direct
9:25 AM
30 Dec
from
£767
Return · per adult
Turkish Airlines
TK 1242
→ Outbound · 31 Jan
STN
London Stansted
GYD
Baku
10:55 AM
31 Jan
11h 15m
2:10 AM
1 Feb
← Return · 10 Feb
GYD
Baku
LGW
London Gatwick
4:15 AM
10 Feb
16h 15m
4:30 PM
10 Feb
from
£539
Return · per adult
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Cheapest and average return economy fares by carrier, from our sampled live searches. Fares change constantly — tap Search to see live prices for your dates.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flights | Search |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 LOT Polish Airlines | £306 | £318 | With stops | |
| AJet | £356 | £423 | With stops | |
| Pegasus Airlines | £364 | £467 | With stops | |
| Azerbaijan Airlines | £487 | £588 | Direct available | |
| Turkish Airlines | £541 | £741 | With stops | |
 Air Serbia | £574 | £596 | With stops | |
 Aer Lingus | £795 | £800 | With stops |
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Insights & trends for London to Baku flights
Data-powered insights to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.
How much is a return flight from London to Baku?
Return flights from London to Baku typically cost between £374 and £541 in August, though fares move with demand, season and how early you book. The lowest fare our search found recently was £306 — a great price and well below the usual range, so a price near this is worth grabbing. Keeping your dates flexible and comparing nearby days is the easiest way to land at the cheaper end.
What is the cheapest day to fly to Baku?
The cheapest day to depart to Baku is usually Friday, when fares start from around £364 — midweek departures tend to be quieter and cheaper. Wednesday is typically the most expensive day to fly out (around £575), as weekend travel is popular with leisure and business travellers alike. Where your plans allow, moving your outbound to a cheaper weekday can noticeably lower the total fare.
What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Baku?
Flights to Baku are generally cheapest departing in the morning, with fares from around £306. Departures in the afternoon tend to cost more (about £367), as those slots are more convenient and in higher demand. Picking an off-peak departure time is a simple way to trim the price without changing your dates.
What is the cheapest London airport to fly to Baku from?
The cheapest return flights to Baku depart from London Gatwick (LGW), from around £405. London has several airports serving this route and fares can vary between them — Heathrow (LHR) is often the priciest at around £572. It's worth checking which London airport is both cheapest and most convenient for you before booking.
Can I save money by flying with a stopover to Baku?
Yes — for Baku you can often save by taking a stopover: 1-stop fares start from around £306, compared with about £487 to fly direct. The trade-off is a longer total journey with a connection, so weigh the saving against the extra travel time. If budget matters more to you than speed, a 1-stop option is worth considering.
Average return fare to Baku by month
The cheapest month to fly from London to Baku is typically February, with return economy fares from £306. Fares are usually highest in July (around £778). Figures are indicative, from sampled live fares, and change with demand.
Cheapest sampled return economy fare, London to Baku, per month (gaps estimated). Search live for exact prices.
When to book flights from London to Baku
Are your dates flexible? These are the ideal times to fly to Baku based on our flight data — find the cheapest days for a 7-day trip.
Cheap flights to Baku from across the UK
You don't have to fly from London. The cheapest UK departure for Baku is currently London from £405. Compare return economy fares and typical flight times below — figures are indicative from sampled fares.
Indicative cheapest return economy fares by UK origin. Pick your dates in the search form above.
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31/08/2026
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About flights to Baku
Overview
Baku, Azerbaijan's capital on the Caspian Sea, pairs a UNESCO-listed walled Old City with bold modern architecture and a lively food scene. It makes an easy long-weekend break from the UK, with a direct flight from London and solid connecting options from the regions. This guide covers when to fly to Baku, who flies the route and how to keep costs down.
Best time to fly to Baku
Spring (April to June) and autumn (September to October) are the sweet spots, with warm, comfortable days for walking the city and day trips to Gobustan. July and August are reliably hot, often above 35°C, while winters are mild but famously windy - Baku is nicknamed the City of Winds. Fares tend to rise around the Novruz holiday in March and through the summer peak; the When to book chart above shows how prices move across the year.
Airlines and routes
Azerbaijan Airlines (AZAL) operates the only regular direct service from the UK, flying London Heathrow to Baku in around 5 hours 45 minutes. From Manchester and other UK cities you will usually connect - most often with Turkish Airlines via Istanbul, Pegasus via Sabiha Gökçen, or via Lufthansa, Qatar Airways or flydubai hubs - allowing roughly 8 to 12 hours in total. Low-cost carrier Wizz Air has also flown London Luton to Baku, so it is worth comparing when you search for cheap flights to Baku.
Things to do in Baku
Compact and walkable, Baku rewards a couple of days on foot plus a half-day trip out of town.
- Icherisheher (Old City): A maze of lanes, caravanserais and the medieval Maiden Tower inside the ancient walls.
- Flame Towers: Three curved skyscrapers that light up after dark and define the skyline.
- Heydar Aliyev Center: Zaha Hadid's flowing, column-free cultural building, a modern architecture icon.
- Baku Boulevard: A palm-lined Caspian seafront promenade for an evening stroll, tea and people-watching.
- Gobustan National Park: Thousands of prehistoric rock carvings and bubbling mud volcanoes, about an hour south.
At Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
The airport lies about 25 km northeast of the centre, a 30 to 40 minute drive. The official Aerobus (line H1) runs 24 hours to 28 May metro station and is the cheapest way in, though you will need a BakıKart travel card, sold at the airport. Licensed taxis and pre-booked transfers are faster and still reasonable; agree the fare or use the app-based meter before setting off.
Top tips for finding cheap flights to Baku
- Book roughly two to four months ahead for the best balance of price and choice; last-minute fares are rarely a bargain.
- Fly midweek and sidestep March (Novruz) and the July to August peak - shifting by a week or two can help, so check the price charts on this page.
- Use flexible date search to weigh a direct Heathrow flight against connecting fares from your local airport.
- Compare Azerbaijan Airlines with Turkish Airlines, Pegasus and Wizz Air, allowing for baggage fees on low-cost tickets.
Travel essentials
UK passport holders need a visa. Most travellers use the quick ASAN e-visa online, normally a 30-day single entry issued within about three working days, with an express option; apply via the official portal and carry a printed copy. The currency is the Azerbaijani manat (AZN); cards are widely accepted in Baku, but carry some cash for day trips. No special vaccinations are required for a standard visit - check current NHS and GOV.UK travel advice before you go and confirm your passport has adequate validity.
Baggage & hand-luggage allowance for flights to Baku
Your allowance to Baku depends on the airline and the fare you book. The table below shows typical long-haul allowances so you know roughly what to expect — always confirm the exact limits with your airline before you fly.
| Fare type | Hand baggage | Checked baggage |
|---|---|---|
| Basic / Light economy | 1 small under-seat bag | Usually none — add for a fee |
| Standard economy | 1 cabin bag + 1 personal item | Typically 1 × 23 kg |
| Premium economy | 1–2 cabin bags + personal item | Typically 2 × 23 kg |
| Business / First | 2 cabin bags + personal item | Typically 2 × 32 kg |
Indicative only. Allowances vary by airline, route and fare — always check your airline's baggage policy.
Packing & baggage tips
- Full-service carriers (e.g. British Airways, Turkish Airlines, KLM) usually include a checked bag on long-haul economy fares; basic/low-cost fares often don't.
- Cabin (hand) bag size is commonly around 56 × 45 × 25 cm — confirm your airline's limit before you pack.
- Liquids in hand luggage must be in containers of 100 ml or less, inside one clear resealable bag.
- Weigh your bags at home — airport excess-baggage fees are far higher than pre-booked allowances.
- Extra or heavier bags are almost always cheaper added online in advance than at the airport.
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