Direct (nonstop) flights from Baku to Aktau

2 airlines fly nonstop from Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD) to Aktau (SCO). It's 240 miles (386 km), about 1h 5m in the air. Operated by FlyArystan, Azerbaijan Airlines.

GYD
Heydar Aliyev International Airport
🇦🇿 Baku, Azerbaijan
SCO
Aktau
🇰🇿 Aktau, Kazakhstan
Flight Time
1h 5m
Distance
240 mi
386 km
CO₂/pax
44 kg
−97 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
FlyArystan +1
Time Diff
+1h
Operated by FlyArystan FlyArystan Azerbaijan Airlines Azerbaijan Airlines

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

FlyArystan FS FlyArystan
Route
GYD → SCO
Flight Time
1h 5m
Distance
240 mi
Azerbaijan Airlines J2 Azerbaijan Airlines
Route
GYD → SCO
Flight Time
1h 5m
Distance
240 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Baku to Aktau with one stop · direct emits 44 kg CO₂ per passenger

GYD TBS (Tbilisi) SCO
Leg 1: 1h 10m (278 mi) Leg 2: 1h (346 mi) Total: ~2h 10m 🍃 141 kg CO₂ (+220% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GYD → TBS
1h 10m · 278 mi
View GYD to TBS flights →
Leg 2
TBS → SCO
1h · 346 mi
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GYD GUW (Atyrau) SCO
Leg 1: 1h 35m (468 mi) Leg 2: 1h (228 mi) Total: ~2h 35m 🍃 154 kg CO₂ (+250% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GYD → GUW
1h 35m · 468 mi
View GYD to GUW flights →
Leg 2
GUW → SCO
1h · 228 mi
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GYD TAS (Tashkent) SCO
Leg 1: 2h 25m (1,007 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (943 mi) Total: ~3h 55m 🍃 354 kg CO₂ (+705% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GYD → TAS
2h 25m · 1,007 mi
View GYD to TAS flights →
Leg 2
TAS → SCO
1h 30m · 943 mi
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GYD CIT (Shymkent) SCO
Leg 1: 2h 25m (1,016 mi) Leg 2: 2h 30m (934 mi) Total: ~4h 55m 🍃 355 kg CO₂ (+707% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GYD → CIT
2h 25m · 1,016 mi
View GYD to CIT flights →
Leg 2
CIT → SCO
2h 30m · 934 mi
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GYD NQZ (Astana) SCO
Leg 1: 3h 5m (1,259 mi) Leg 2: 2h 50m (1,071 mi) Total: ~5h 55m 🍃 419 kg CO₂ (+852% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GYD → NQZ
3h 5m · 1,259 mi
View GYD to NQZ flights →
Leg 2
NQZ → SCO
2h 50m · 1,071 mi
View NQZ to SCO flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Baku to Aktau?

A nonstop flight from Baku (GYD) to Aktau (SCO) takes approximately 1 hours and 5 minutes. The distance is 240 miles (386 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Baku to Aktau?

2 airlines: FlyArystan, Azerbaijan Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Baku to Aktau?

Yes. 2 airlines: FlyArystan, Azerbaijan Airlines.

How far is Baku from Aktau?

The flight distance from Baku to Aktau is 240 miles (386 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as London to Paris.

What is the time difference between Baku and Aktau?

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

What type of aircraft flies from Baku to Aktau?

At 1h 5m, 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 Kazakhstan?

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

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

Roughly 44 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 220 km.

Is the return flight from Aktau 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 Aktau?

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.