Baku Airport Transfers (GYD)
Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD) is the main air gateway to Baku and Azerbaijan. Book a private airport transfer to your hotel, business address or onward destination.
Baku Airport Transfer at a Glance
How to Get from Baku Airport
The main transportation choices from Heydar Aliyev International Airport are a pre-booked private transfer, the official Baku Taxi service, the round-the-clock Aero Express bus and rental cars. Aero Express serves both terminals and connects with Koroglu metro station and the 28 May metro/Central Railway Station area. There is no rail or metro station at the airport itself.
Baku Airport Transfer Guide
A pre-booked Baku Airport transfer provides direct road transportation from the relevant passenger terminal to the address entered during booking. It may be practical for travelers with substantial luggage, families, groups, business arrivals and journeys outside central Baku, subject to route and vehicle availability.
Enter the complete destination address. Hotels near the Old City, Baku Boulevard, Port Baku, White City and outer districts require different routes, while properties on the Absheron Peninsula may be well beyond the central area.
Confirm whether the flight uses Terminal 1 or Terminal 2 and provide the correct flight number. Keep the booking confirmation accessible after landing because it contains the exact meeting-point and pickup instructions for the selected transfer. Do not assume that the Terminal 1 taxi area or Aero Express stop is the location for a private booking.
Alternatives include the official Baku Taxi service at Terminal 1 and the Aero Express bus from both terminals. Aero Express connects with Koroglu metro station and continues to the 28 May metro and Central Railway Station area.
Pickup at Baku Airport
After landing, follow the arrival signs for the terminal used by your flight, complete border formalities where applicable, collect all checked baggage and pass customs before proceeding to the public area.
For an AirportTransferNow booking, open the confirmation and follow the exact pickup and meeting-point instructions. Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 have separate forecourts and transport areas, so do not move to another terminal unless the confirmation or airport staff directs you there.
The official Baku Taxi booth and pickup area are associated with Terminal 1. Aero Express serves designated stops at both terminals. These public transport locations are separate from booking-specific transfer arrangements unless your confirmation explicitly identifies one of them as the meeting point.
Taxi from Baku Airport
The airport identifies Baku Taxi as the official state taxi service. Its booth and taxi stop are located at Terminal 1, and bookings can also be made through the service’s call center or mobile application. The airport transport page directs passengers to the official pickup area outside Terminal 1 on the second vehicle line.
The published taxi structure varies by service category and distance band. Because tariff amounts and waiting charges can change, travelers should check the current official information before accepting a journey. Confirm the destination and selected service category when booking the taxi.
Passengers arriving at Terminal 2 who want to use the official Terminal 1 taxi facility should follow current airport directions rather than assuming that the same booth exists in both terminals.
Baku Taxi is separate from AirportTransferNow. Travelers with a pre-booked private transfer should follow the meeting point and procedure in their confirmation instead of joining the official taxi line.
Public Transport from Baku Airport
Aero Express buses operate around the clock between Heydar Aliyev International Airport and central Baku. The service has stops at both Terminal 1 and Terminal 2, then calls at Surakhani Bridge and Koroglu metro station before reaching the 28 May metro and Central Railway Station area.
Koroglu and 28 May provide connections to Baku’s wider metro and public transport network. The final stop can be useful for railway passengers and travelers staying nearby, but it does not provide direct delivery to every hotel or private address.
Passengers need a multipass Baku Card, available from machines near the bus stops outside the terminal exits. The card can also be used for applicable metro and public bus travel. Fares, intervals and exact departure times can change, so check the current airport timetable before traveling.
There is no passenger railway or metro station at the airport terminal. Any rail or metro journey begins after an Aero Express or road connection.
Private Transfer vs Taxi and Public Transport
A pre-booked private transfer provides direct transportation from the applicable terminal to the address supplied during booking. It may suit groups, substantial luggage, business itineraries and destinations beyond the Aero Express route, subject to availability.
The official Baku Taxi service offers on-demand road transport from Terminal 1. Passengers should check the current service category, tariff conditions and waiting charges.
Aero Express is the main public transport connection and serves both terminals around the clock. It connects with two metro stations and the Central Railway Station area, but a metro ride, bus, walk or taxi may still be required to reach the final property.
Rental cars offer flexibility for multi-stop journeys around the Absheron Peninsula or elsewhere in Azerbaijan but add collection, navigation and parking responsibilities. There is no direct airport rail or metro service.
Baku Airport Transfer Prices
AirportTransferNow transfer prices depend on the exact destination, travel date, selected vehicle, passenger and luggage requirements, and booking availability. Transportation to central Baku differs from a journey elsewhere on the Absheron Peninsula or to another region. Check the booking interface for the current available total.
Official Baku Taxi pricing varies by vehicle category, distance band and applicable waiting conditions. Current figures should be checked through the airport or taxi service rather than treated as permanent.
Aero Express and onward public transport may cost less per person, but travelers should include the Baku Card, any metro or bus fare and the additional journey between the interchange and their accommodation.
Tips for Your Baku Airport Transfer
Check the terminal in the airline’s latest flight information and use the correct flight number in the reservation. International services can operate from either Terminal 1 or Terminal 2 North.
Provide the complete destination address, particularly for accommodation outside central Baku or elsewhere on the Absheron Peninsula. A district or hotel name alone may not identify the correct property.
Keep the booking confirmation available offline and follow its contact instructions if you cannot locate the arranged pickup. Do not assume that airport taxi staff manage private-transfer reservations.
If using Aero Express, obtain a Baku Card from the ticket machines near the bus stops outside the terminal exits. Allow time for any metro, local bus or railway connection required after leaving the airport bus.
Meet & Greet
Meet & Greet service is available with AirportTransferNow transfer bookings. Follow the meeting-point instructions provided in your booking confirmation, as the exact procedure and location may vary by airport, terminal and booking.
About Heydar Aliyev International Airport
Heydar Aliyev International Airport is located east of central Baku in the Bina settlement. It has two active passenger terminals, and international flights may use Terminal 1 or the northern section of Terminal 2. Passengers should therefore confirm the terminal shown in their airline information before arranging pickup or meeting another traveler.
The airport serves central Baku, the Old City, waterfront districts, business areas and destinations across the Absheron Peninsula. These locations can involve substantially different road routes, particularly when a property described as being in Baku is outside the central districts. A complete hotel or street address is more useful than a general city-center description.
Ground transportation includes a pre-booked private transfer, the official Baku Taxi service, the Aero Express bus and rental cars. There is no metro or passenger railway station at the airport, but Aero Express provides connections to the Baku metro network and Central Railway Station area.
Baku Airport Transfer FAQs
Helpful answers for planning your airport transfer.
How do I book a private transfer from Baku Airport?
Select Heydar Aliyev International Airport or GYD as the pickup point, then enter the arrival date, flight number, passenger requirements and complete destination address. Check the available vehicle options and live price before booking. Your confirmation will provide the exact terminal-specific pickup and meeting-point instructions.
Which terminal should I use for airport pickup?
Use the terminal shown in your airline information and booking confirmation. Heydar Aliyev International Airport operates Terminal 1 and Terminal 2, and international flights may use either terminal. Do not assume that all arrivals use Terminal 1 or move between terminals without checking the supplied instructions.
Where is the official taxi service at Baku Airport?
The official Baku Taxi booth and stop are located at Terminal 1. The airport also directs passengers to an official taxi pickup area outside Terminal 1 on the second vehicle line. AirportTransferNow customers should follow their confirmation instead, as a private-transfer meeting point may be elsewhere.
Does Aero Express operate from both airport terminals?
Yes. Aero Express serves Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 before continuing toward central Baku. Its route includes Koroglu metro station and the 28 May metro/Central Railway Station area. Check the current airport timetable and obtain a Baku Card from the ticket machines near the terminal bus stops.
Is there a metro or train station at Baku Airport?
No. The airport does not have a passenger railway or metro station. Aero Express connects the terminals with Koroglu metro station and the 28 May metro/Central Railway Station area. Travelers can continue from those interchanges using the metro, rail, local transport or another road service.