Direct (nonstop) flights from Baku to Tehran

3 airlines fly nonstop from Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD) to Imam Khomeini (IKA). It's 354 miles (569 km), about 1h 28m in the air. Operated by Iran Airtour, Iran Air, Azerbaijan Airlines.

GYD
Heydar Aliyev International Airport
🇦🇿 Baku, Azerbaijan
IKA
Imam Khomeini
🇮🇷 Tehran, Iran
Flight Time
1h 28m
Distance
354 mi
569 km
CO₂/pax
65 kg
−69 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
Iran Airtour +2
Time Diff
-1h
Operated by Iran Airtour Iran Airtour Iran Air Iran Air Azerbaijan Airlines Azerbaijan Airlines

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Iran Airtour B9 Iran Airtour
Route
GYD → IKA
Flight Time
1h 28m
Distance
354 mi
Iran Air IR Iran Air
Route
GYD → IKA
Flight Time
1h 28m
Distance
354 mi
Azerbaijan Airlines J2 Azerbaijan Airlines
Route
GYD → IKA
Flight Time
1h 28m
Distance
354 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Baku to Tehran with one stop · direct emits 65 kg CO₂ per passenger

GYD TBZ (Tabriz) IKA
Leg 1: 1h 15m (260 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (330 mi) Total: ~2h 25m 🍃 134 kg CO₂ (+106% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GYD → TBZ
1h 15m · 260 mi
View GYD to TBZ flights →
Leg 2
TBZ → IKA
1h 10m · 330 mi
View TBZ to IKA flights →
GYD BUS (Batumi) IKA
Leg 1: 1h 30m (448 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (670 mi) Total: ~3h 15m 🍃 232 kg CO₂ (+257% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GYD → BUS
1h 30m · 448 mi
View GYD to BUS flights →
Leg 2
BUS → IKA
1h 45m · 670 mi
View BUS to IKA flights →
GYD BGW (Baghdad) IKA
Leg 1: 2h 5m (592 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (423 mi) Total: ~3h 35m 🍃 212 kg CO₂ (+226% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GYD → BGW
2h 5m · 592 mi
View GYD to BGW flights →
Leg 2
BGW → IKA
1h 30m · 423 mi
View BGW to IKA flights →
GYD TBS (Tbilisi) IKA
Leg 1: 1h 10m (278 mi) Leg 2: 2h 45m (547 mi) Total: ~3h 55m 🍃 178 kg CO₂ (+174% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GYD → TBS
1h 10m · 278 mi
View GYD to TBS flights →
Leg 2
TBS → IKA
2h 45m · 547 mi
View TBS to IKA flights →
GYD KWI (Kuwait) IKA
Leg 1: 2h 25m (782 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (464 mi) Total: ~3h 55m 🍃 256 kg CO₂ (+294% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GYD → KWI
2h 25m · 782 mi
View GYD to KWI flights →
Leg 2
KWI → IKA
1h 30m · 464 mi
View KWI to IKA flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Baku to Tehran?

A nonstop flight from Baku (GYD) to Tehran (IKA) takes approximately 1 hours and 28 minutes. The distance is 354 miles (569 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Baku to Tehran?

3 airlines: Iran Airtour, Iran Air, Azerbaijan Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Baku to Tehran?

Yes. 3 airlines: Iran Airtour, Iran Air, Azerbaijan Airlines.

How far is Baku from Tehran?

The flight distance from Baku to Tehran is 354 miles (569 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What is the time difference between Baku and Tehran?

Tehran is 1 hour ahead of Baku. (Asia/Baku vs Asia/Tehran.)

What type of aircraft flies from Baku to Tehran?

At 1h 28m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

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

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

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

Roughly 65 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 325 km.

Is the return flight from Tehran 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 Tehran?

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.