Travelling from Seoul to Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD): What you need to know
There are two main airports you can fly out of in Seoul. Check out your options departing from Incheon International Airport (ICN) or Gimpo International Airport (GMP) when planning your flight from Seoul to Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD).
The timezone in Baku is UTC+4, which is five hours behind Seoul. Heydar Aliyev International Airport is located in Baku.
Your flight from Seoul to GYD won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
High season means busier airports, so show up even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stay on schedule.
Airports in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Seoul to GYD. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Incheon International Airport (ICN). Break up your trip (and maybe get a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
From the centre of Seoul, ICN is around 48 kilometres away. Visit the official airport website or use navigation apps to find the best way to arrive at the terminal.
Want a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near Incheon International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Seoul to Heydar Aliyev International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
Of all flights departing from Incheon International Airport, 54.5% land on schedule at their destination.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Break up your flight from Seoul to Heydar Aliyev International Airport with a stop at Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). A major stopover between Gimpo International Airport and GYD, it's the perfect opportunity to unwind before the next leg of your journey.
GMP is roughly 16 kilometres from central Seoul. Plan ahead to work out the fastest way to arrive at your terminal.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your Seoul to GYD flight, stay in one of these hotels near Gimpo International Airport:
75.94% of flights departing Gimpo International Airport arrive according to schedule.
About Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
Consider booking a hotel near GYD if you have a late flight from Seoul to Heydar Aliyev International Airport. Choose one of these options and be in bed in no time flat:
Hit the road running by picking up a Heydar Aliyev International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Car Hire Baku, Thrifty or AZRENT and experience the lesser-explored corners of Baku and beyond.
Booking your ride around two weeks in advance of your Seoul to Heydar Aliyev International Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
Getting from Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD) to central Baku
Heydar Aliyev International Airport is around 24 kilometres from central Baku. The time it takes to get to the centre in a cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seoul to Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
$393 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Seoul to Heydar Aliyev International Airport. Return flights start at $823. These prices may change depending on demand.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Seoul to GYD. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your Seoul to Heydar Aliyev International Airport ticket.
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Filters make it easier to scoop up a deal on your flight from Seoul to Heydar Aliyev International Airport. Choose the airlines, flight times and number of stops that make sense for you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the best price quickly.
The best time to fly from Seoul to Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Seoul to Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD). July is the most popular month to visit Baku. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, think about going in April.
Lock in a Seoul to GYD flight ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Baku to range from 22ºC (72ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Seoul to Heydar Aliyev International Airport in February when temperatures are between 2ºC (36ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF).
Explore more of Azerbaijan
Lankaran is just one of the many places in Azerbaijan waiting to be explored after you've experienced Baku. Around 209 kilometres away to the south-west, its top attractions include Lankaran Lighthouse, Public beach and Heydar Aliyev Memorial Park.
Journey 153 kilometres west from Baku and you'll reach Saatlı, another favourite among visitors to Azerbaijan. Don't leave without experiencing Heyder Eliyev Merkezi and Xələfli parkı(Khalafli park).