Direct (nonstop) flights from Aktau to Baku

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

SCO
Aktau
🇰🇿 Aktau, Kazakhstan
GYD
Heydar Aliyev International Airport
🇦🇿 Baku, Azerbaijan
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
SCO → GYD
Flight Time
1h 5m
Distance
240 mi
Azerbaijan Airlines J2 Azerbaijan Airlines
Route
SCO → GYD
Flight Time
1h 5m
Distance
240 mi

Alternative Routes

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

SCO TBS (Tbilisi) GYD
Leg 1: 1h (346 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (278 mi) Total: ~2h 10m 🍃 141 kg CO₂ (+220% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SCO → TBS
1h · 346 mi
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Leg 2
TBS → GYD
1h 10m · 278 mi
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SCO GUW (Atyrau) GYD
Leg 1: 1h (228 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (468 mi) Total: ~2h 25m 🍃 154 kg CO₂ (+250% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SCO → GUW
1h · 228 mi
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Leg 2
GUW → GYD
1h 25m · 468 mi
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SCO TAS (Tashkent) GYD
Leg 1: 1h 15m (943 mi) Leg 2: 2h 55m (1,007 mi) Total: ~4h 10m 🍃 354 kg CO₂ (+705% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SCO → TAS
1h 15m · 943 mi
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Leg 2
TAS → GYD
2h 55m · 1,007 mi
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SCO NQZ (Astana) GYD
Leg 1: 2h 35m (1,071 mi) Leg 2: 3h 15m (1,259 mi) Total: ~5h 50m 🍃 419 kg CO₂ (+852% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SCO → NQZ
2h 35m · 1,071 mi
View SCO to NQZ flights →
Leg 2
NQZ → GYD
3h 15m · 1,259 mi
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SCO SAW (Istanbul) GYD
Leg 1: 3h 20m (1,129 mi) Leg 2: 2h 50m (1,087 mi) Total: ~6h 10m 🍃 400 kg CO₂ (+809% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SCO → SAW
3h 20m · 1,129 mi
View SCO to SAW flights →
Leg 2
SAW → GYD
2h 50m · 1,087 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Aktau to Baku?

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

Which airlines fly nonstop from Aktau to Baku?

2 airlines: FlyArystan, Azerbaijan Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Aktau to Baku?

Yes. 2 airlines: FlyArystan, Azerbaijan Airlines.

How far is Aktau from Baku?

The flight distance from Aktau to Baku 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 Aktau and Baku?

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

What type of aircraft flies from Aktau to Baku?

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 Kazakhstan to Azerbaijan?

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

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

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

Is the return flight from Baku to Aktau 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 Aktau to Baku?

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 Aktau for this flight?

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