Direct (nonstop) flights from Baku to Ankara

3 airlines fly nonstop from Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD) to Ankara Esenboğa Airport (ESB). It's 900 miles (1,448 km), about 2h 35m in the air. Operated by Azerbaijan Airlines, Pegasus, AJet.

GYD
Heydar Aliyev International Airport
🇦🇿 Baku, Azerbaijan
ESB
Ankara Esenboğa Airport
🇹🇷 Ankara, Turkiye
Flight Time
2h 35m
Distance
900 mi
1,448 km
CO₂/pax
167 kg
−28 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
Azerbaijan Airlines +2
Time Diff
-1h
Operated by Azerbaijan Airlines Azerbaijan Airlines Pegasus Pegasus AJet AJet

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Azerbaijan Airlines J2 Azerbaijan Airlines
Route
GYD → ESB
Flight Time
2h 35m
Distance
900 mi
Pegasus PC Pegasus
Route
GYD → ESB
Flight Time
2h 35m
Distance
900 mi
AJet VF AJet
Route
GYD → ESB
Flight Time
2h 35m
Distance
900 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Baku to Ankara with one stop · direct emits 167 kg CO₂ per passenger

GYD TBS (Tbilisi) ESB
Leg 1: 1h 10m (278 mi) Leg 2: 2h 5m (635 mi) Total: ~3h 15m 🍃 195 kg CO₂ (+17% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GYD → TBS
1h 10m · 278 mi
View GYD to TBS flights →
Leg 2
TBS → ESB
2h 5m · 635 mi
View TBS to ESB flights →
GYD TZX (Trabzon) ESB
Leg 1: 1h 50m (540 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (362 mi) Total: ~3h 15m 🍃 192 kg CO₂ (+15% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GYD → TZX
1h 50m · 540 mi
View GYD to TZX flights →
Leg 2
TZX → ESB
1h 25m · 362 mi
View TZX to ESB flights →
GYD COV (Mersin) ESB
Leg 1: 2h 30m (846 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (249 mi) Total: ~3h 35m 🍃 228 kg CO₂ (+37% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GYD → COV
2h 30m · 846 mi
View GYD to COV flights →
Leg 2
COV → ESB
1h 5m · 249 mi
View COV to ESB flights →
GYD SAW (Istanbul) ESB
Leg 1: 3h 5m (1,087 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (201 mi) Total: ~4h 10m 🍃 246 kg CO₂ (+47% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GYD → SAW
3h 5m · 1,087 mi
View GYD to SAW flights →
Leg 2
SAW → ESB
1h 5m · 201 mi
View SAW to ESB flights →
GYD IKA (Tehran) ESB
Leg 1: 1h 28m (354 mi) Leg 2: 2h 50m (1,043 mi) Total: ~4h 18m 🍃 266 kg CO₂ (+59% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GYD → IKA
1h 28m · 354 mi
View GYD to IKA flights →
Leg 2
IKA → ESB
2h 50m · 1,043 mi
View IKA to ESB flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Baku to Ankara?

A nonstop flight from Baku (GYD) to Ankara (ESB) takes approximately 2 hours and 35 minutes. The distance is 900 miles (1,448 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Baku to Ankara?

3 airlines: Azerbaijan Airlines, Pegasus, AJet.

Is there a nonstop flight from Baku to Ankara?

Yes. 3 airlines: Azerbaijan Airlines, Pegasus, AJet.

How far is Baku from Ankara?

The flight distance from Baku to Ankara is 900 miles (1,448 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as London to Madrid.

What is the time difference between Baku and Ankara?

Ankara is 1 hour behind Baku. (Asia/Baku vs Europe/Istanbul.)

What type of aircraft flies from Baku to Ankara?

At 2h 35m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Azerbaijan to Turkiye?

Depends on your passport. Check with the Turkiye embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Baku to Ankara?

Roughly 167 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 835 km.

Is the return flight from Ankara to Baku also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Baku to Ankara?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Heydar Aliyev International Airport for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.