On this page, you can find and book flights from Baku to Istanbul. Covering a distance of 1,762 km, this route is serviced regularly with about 72 flights available per week.
Carriers such as J2, TK, and PC operate these flights. Ticket prices are dynamic, so we recommend using the price chart to find the best deals. To plan your transfer, check out the instructions on how to get to the airport of departure and how to get from the airport to the city center.
The table shows direct flights Baku → Istanbul on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 3 h. Regular flights are operated by Turkish Airlines, AZAL, AJet and Pegasus Airlines. Departures from Heydar Aliyev International Airport airports, arrivals at Istanbul Airport and Sabiha Gokcen 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 Baku — Istanbul by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 346 in a, and the most expensive are around AED 629 in ,. 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.
Baku → Istanbul, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 602 | low | May | AED 802 | high | Sep | AED 827 | medium |
| Feb | AED 577 | low | Jun | AED 903 | high | Oct | AED 602 | low |
| Mar | AED 652 | medium | Jul | AED 953 | high | Nov | AED 627 | low |
| Apr | AED 702 | medium | Aug | AED 978 | high | Dec | AED 727 | medium |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
Weather conditions at the destination feature warm summers and cool winters. August is the hottest month, with average temperatures reaching 28.8°C, while the lowest temperatures and highest rainfall are recorded in January.
Flight costs vary significantly throughout the year. The most budget-friendly deals are available in February, with prices starting AED 346, while the peak season is in August, when minimum costs start AED 746.
October is the optimal time to book: during this period, temperatures remain comfortable at around 20°C, and tickets are available AED 425. We recommend avoiding flights in late summer if your goal is maximum budget savings.
Nine airlines operate on this route, with the main carriers being Turkish Airlines, Azerbaijan Airlines (J2), and Pegasus Airlines. A total of about 72 flights are performed weekly, including regular direct services and connecting options. You can find detailed information on weekly schedules and specific flight types in the interactive list below.
Flights Baku — Istanbul depart from Heydar Aliyev International Airport and arrive at Istanbul Airport and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
With a distance of 1,762 km, a direct flight usually takes about 2 hours and 15 minutes, depending on the aircraft type and weather conditions.
Regular service is provided by carriers such as J2, TK, PC, BT, and others. There are 9 carriers in total on this route.
Yes, several direct flights operate daily from Baku, allowing you to choose a convenient departure time without the need for transfers.
To find the lowest price, it is recommended to start monitoring fares 1–2 months before your trip. Current price offers are always available in the price dynamic chart on this page.
Most flights arrive at Istanbul Airport (IST), though some budget carriers may land at Sabiha Gökçen Airport.
Where travelers fly most — pick a route and check prices
