Flying from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Muscat International Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport is 3 hours 20 minutes.
Muscat and Baku are in the UTC+4 timezone. That means there's no time difference to consider.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your MCT to GYD flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Traveling during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
SalamAir offers direct flights from Muscat International Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Baku — and maybe even more of Azerbaijan if your schedule allows.
The airline most travelers fly with on this route is SalamAir.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Muscat International Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between MCT and GYD:
Sharjah International Airport
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
AED 382 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Muscat International Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport flight. A return flight starts from AED 586. These fares may change depending on demand.
Score cheap tickets from MCT to GYD by booking seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Muscat International Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport. If you prefer to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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Handy information about Muscat International Airport (MCT)
Muscat International Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 85.46% of flights that depart MCT reach their destination without delay.
Muscat International Airport is about 11 kilometers from central Muscat. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour 50 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Muscat International Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to MCT:
Arriving at Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Muscat International Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near GYD instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Heydar Aliyev International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Car Hire Baku, Thrifty or AZRENT to explore Baku and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Heydar Aliyev International Airport around two weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD) to central Baku
Heydar Aliyev International Airport to the center of Baku has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometers away.
Traveling by public transport takes about 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
July is the most popular month for flights from Muscat International Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Baku in April.
The warmest month in Baku is August, with the temperature ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from Muscat International Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from MCT to GYD in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.
Explore more of Azerbaijan
Baku has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Azerbaijan you'll want to see. Around 48 kilometers north-west of Baku, a trip to Sumqayıt will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Saray Parkı, Bələdiyyə bağı and Local Park.
Lankaran is another sought-after destination in Azerbaijan and is around 193 kilometers south-west of Baku. No trip is complete without seeing Sahil parkı, Sütəmurdov Körpüsü and Avtobaza.