Baku travel guide

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You're Going to Love Baku

With 1,12 million inhabitants, Baku is the most populous city in Azerbaijan. It is the most popular tourist destination in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Baku has to offer.

Activities & attractions in Baku

Where to Eat in Baku

If you’re looking for affordable options, 360 Bar (1B Azadlig Avenue) and Sky Grill (1B Azadlig Avenue) are great picks.

When to visit Baku

Baku in November
Estimated hotel price
£64
1 night at 3-star hotel
Baku in November
Estimated hotel price
£64
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Baku in July, when the average temperature is 25 °C, and the highest can go up to 30 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 2 °C, with an average temperature of 3 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 34 mm. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Baku, with an average rainfall of 4 mm.

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How to Get to Baku

Plane

When flying to Baku, you’ll arrive at Baku Heydar Aliyev (GYD), which is located 19 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Baku from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 5h 30m.

Plane

When flying to Baku, you’ll arrive at Baku Heydar Aliyev (GYD), which is located 19 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Baku from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 5h 30m.

Airports near Baku

Airlines serving Baku

Lufthansa
Good (4,612 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,285 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,549 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,929 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,124 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,478 reviews)
LOT
Good (683 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (830 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (487 reviews)
Egypt Air
Good (193 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (180 reviews)
China Southern
Excellent (29 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (988 reviews)
Pegasus Airlines
Good (396 reviews)
airBaltic
Good (124 reviews)
Gulf Air
Good (134 reviews)
Kuwait Airways
Good (263 reviews)
SriLankan Airlines
Good (47 reviews)
flydubai
Good (68 reviews)
Air Arabia
Excellent (32 reviews)
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Where to stay in Baku

From 5-star hotels such as the JW Marriott Absheron Baku to great affordable options like the Consul Hotel, Baku offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around £35 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £98 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Baku

Most booked hotels in Baku

Fairmont Baku - Flame Towers
5 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£157+
Excelsior Hotel & Spa Baku
5 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£56+
Baku Marriott Hotel Boulevard
5 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£101+

Hiring a car in Baku

Hiring a car in Baku costs £34 per day, on average, or £138 if you want to hire it for 4 days.

Hiring a car in Baku costs £34 per day, on average, or £138 if you want to hire it for 4 days.