Cheap Flights from Istanbul to Baku from $164

Frequently Asked Questions

• What are the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Baku (IST-BAK)?

  Based on Trip.com data, AJet offers one-way fares as low as $164 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. SAW to GYD on Sat, Jun 20), while AJet offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from $307 departing on Sat, Jun 20 and returning on Sat, Jun 27.

• Which airlines offer direct flights from Istanbul to Baku?

  At the moment, you can catch a nonstop flight from Istanbul to Baku with the following airlines, including: Azerbaijan Airlines AJet Turkish Airlines Pegasus Airlines Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.

• How long does it take to fly from Istanbul (IST) to Baku (BAK) and what is the distance?

  It takes around 2 hours 50 minutes to fly from Istanbul (IST) to Baku (BAK).

• When is the best time to book flights from Istanbul to Baku?

  By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Istanbul to Baku is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.

• How many flights are there per week from Istanbul to Baku?

  Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 34 flight per week flying from Istanbul to Baku. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: Azerbaijan Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- J28106 (16:04) AJet: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- VF179 (00:08) Pegasus Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- PC854 (00:15)

• How can I find the best deals on flights from Istanbul to Baku?

  To find best deals on flights from Istanbul to Baku, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
  · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Sat, Jun 20, with one-way flights priced at just $164.
  · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is AJet.
  · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
  · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
  · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Baku travel is around July.
  · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.

• When are flight tickets from Istanbul (IST) to Baku (BAK) the cheapest?

  The cheapest months to fly from Istanbul to Baku is November, when demand for travel is lower.

• Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Istanbul to Baku on?

  After crunching the numbers on our June flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul to Baku on June 15, 2026 with AJet, with prices starting at $196.

• Which airports can I fly to for Baku from Istanbul?

  You can land at any one of the following hubs in Baku, with Sabiha Gökçen International Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport (SAW-GYD) is by far the most common option on this route: Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD) Heydar Aliyev International Airport (BAK).

• Is there any time difference between Istanbul and Baku?

  The time difference between Baku and Istanbul is 1h.

• How do I change or cancel my ticket from Istanbul to Baku?

  Tickets can only be changed or canceled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.