Travelling from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD): what you need to know
Baku's timezone is UTC+4, which makes Baku eight hours ahead of Washington DC.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your IAD to GYD flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as April, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Washington Dulles International Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between IAD and GYD:
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How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
Currently, ر.ق. 1,227 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Washington Dulles International Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ر.ق. 2,008. Remember that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from IAD to GYD, book ahead. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport across the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from IAD to GYD.
Secure the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Washington Dulles International Airport, data shows 74.39% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To reach Washington Dulles International Airport from central Washington DC, it takes about 50 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 56 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of roughly 3 hours 25 minutes on public transport.
Have an early flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near IAD:
Arriving at Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Washington Dulles International Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near GYD instead:
Pick up a Heydar Aliyev International Airport rental car and explore Baku and beyond with your own set of wheels. Car Hire Baku, Thrifty and AZRENT are top providers to choose from here.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Heydar Aliyev International Airport about two weeks in advance.
Getting from Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD) to central Baku
Heydar Aliyev International Airport to central Baku has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes around 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
The quietest month for a flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Baku based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Baku is August, with the temperature ranging between 22ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from IAD to GYD in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC and 10ºC on average.
Explore more of Azerbaijan
Baku is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Azerbaijan waiting to be discovered. About 48 kilometres north-west of Baku, a visit to Sumqayıt will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Saray Parkı, Bələdiyyə bağı and Local Park.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in Azerbaijan, consider Lankaran, roughly 193 kilometres south-west of Baku. Sahil parkı, Sütəmurdov Körpüsü and Avtobaza are key reasons to visit.
