On this page, you can find and buy flight tickets for the Aktau — Baku route. The flight across the Caspian Sea takes very little time, as the distance between the cities is only 379 km, and the flight frequency reaches 6 flights per week.
Regular flights on this route are operated by FS and J2. Ticket prices are dynamic, so we recommend using the low-price calendar and price trend chart to find the best deal, and also check out how to get to Aktau Airport.
The table shows direct flights Aktau → Baku on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 1 h 5 min. Regular flights are operated by AZAL and FlyArystan. Departures from Aktau International Airport airports, arrivals at Heydar Aliyev International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Aktau — Baku by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 182 in r, and the most expensive are around AED 961 in r. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Aktau → Baku, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 392 | medium | May | AED 493 | high | Sep | AED 438 | medium |
| Feb | AED 342 | low | Jun | AED 528 | high | Oct | AED 413 | medium |
| Mar | AED 453 | high | Jul | AED 543 | high | Nov | AED 352 | low |
| Apr | AED 413 | medium | Aug | AED 518 | high | Dec | AED 423 | medium |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Baku is characterized by mild winters and hot summers. The warmest period is August, with an average temperature of 28.9°C, while the highest rainfall occurs in November, with up to 10 wet days recorded.
The most budget-friendly month to buy a ticket is December, with prices starting AED 175. The price peak occurs in June, when the minimum fare starts AED 956.
The best time for a trip is September or October, when the heat subsides and flight costs remain affordable — AED 212. It is better to avoid the summer months, especially June, due to the sharp increase in airfares.
Two main airlines, FS and J2, operate on the route between Aktau and Baku, providing about 6 direct flights per week. Most flights are non-stop, making this the fastest way to cross the Caspian Sea. You can check the current schedule for specific days and choose a suitable carrier in the list below.
Flights Aktau — Baku depart from Aktau International Airport and arrive at Heydar Aliyev International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The distance between the cities is only 379 km, so a direct flight usually lasts about 45–60 minutes.
Regular air service is provided by FS and J2, which operate direct flights across the Caspian Sea.
There is a visa-free regime for Russian citizens entering Azerbaijan; a valid international passport is sufficient to cross the border.
Airfares change constantly depending on the season and demand; you can check the current minimum for your dates in the low-price calendar on this page.
Most international flights from Aktau arrive at Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD) in Baku.
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