Flying from Borg El Arab Airport (HBE) to Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD): what you need to know
Baku's timezone is UTC+4, making Baku two hours ahead of Alexandria.
Your HBE to GYD flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Borg El Arab Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between HBE and GYD include:
Kuwait International Airport
Sharjah International Airport
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Borg El Arab Airport (HBE) to Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Borg El Arab Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport flight is ر.ق. 579. A return ticket is currently ر.ق. 1,295. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from HBE to GYD, book ahead. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Borg El Arab Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport across every month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Borg El Arab Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport.
Handy information about Borg El Arab Airport (HBE)
Of all flights leaving Borg El Arab Airport, 75.72% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To get to Borg El Arab Airport from central Alexandria, it takes around 50 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 56 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
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Arriving at Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
Consider staying in a hotel close to GYD if you're on a late Borg El Arab Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
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To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Heydar Aliyev International Airport about two weeks before you set off.
Getting from Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD) to central Baku
Heydar Aliyev International Airport to the centre of Baku has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Borg El Arab Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Baku. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Borg El Arab Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport for August if you'd like to go to Baku during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 22ºC and 32ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from HBE to GYD in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC and 10ºC on average.
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