Baku Airport Guide

sleeping in baku airport — (photo courtesy of a guest reviewer / June 2019)

Whether you have a layover, overnight sleepover or you are just quickly passing through, our Baku Airport Guide is a great place to start planning your visit.

there’s nowhere suitable that I could find to kip when arriving on a 4am flight. – a traveller

GYD Airport Overview

Baku Airport (code: GYD) has two separate terminal buildings: the brand-new Terminal 1 for international destinations and Terminal 2 for domestic flights. Your experience will vary based on your terminal, as T1 has a unique, modern vibe, but T2 is older, with basic facilities.

Amenities include a few restaurants, cafes, and shops, which are reportedly pricey but stay open 24 hours. Free WiFi helps pass the time. For an upgraded layover, economy-class travellers can pay to enter several airport lounges. See Airport Lounges in the guide below for locations and rates.

Sleeping in Baku Airport

For overnight stays, the airside seems more comfortable than the landside. On the airside of T1, you can find carpeted floors and quieter corners for some rest. In the landside areas, seating is limited to metal benches, so bring an extra layer or blanket for warmth. Avoid the arrivals level, where taxi drivers may hassle you. For uninterrupted sleep, nearby hotels offer free shuttle service. See our Airport Hotels section below for more info.

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Airport Hours

The airport is open 24 hours.

Rest & Relaxation Zones

According to the airport website, there are two rest zones available. Location: Terminal 1, Airside, Departures, 3rd Floor. These areas are located just beyond the security checkpoint, near where the sleep pods are installed.

A traveller reports that there are no free reclining seats, but standard seating is available at the gates, along with couches around the sleep pod “cocoon” area. They note that sitting in these areas without purchasing a pod was not an issue. (July 2018)

Take normal precautions when sleeping in public areas. Travellers have reported theft incidents at airports elsewhere, even when bags were kept close. As always, keep valuables secured and bags locked when resting.

Airport Hotels & Sleep Pods

If sleeping in Baku Airport sounds like a nightmare, there is a hotel at the airport.

Fly Inn Baku
Upscale hotel. Within walking distance of the terminal. Day rooms are available, with rates starting at AZN 117 (8:00 AM – 6:00 PM), AZN 149 (6:00 PM – 12:00 AM), and AZN 109 (12:00 AM – 8:00 AM).

Baku Airport has offered free GoSleep sleeping pods in the past. Sleeping pods are currently listed among the amenities at the Premium Bank Lounge in Terminal 1, near Gates 14 and 15 (international departures). Lounge access is required, and stays are limited to two hours.

Airport Lounges

Pay-per-use, Single Visit Passes & Lounge Memberships

Regardless of what class of service you are flying, there are lounges that you can enter by purchasing a lounge pass or through a lounge membership program.

Terminal 1

Salam Lounge
Location: Terminal 1, Landside, Ground Floor, Zone B, near Check-in Counter 40.
Hours: 24 hours. Showers: No. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Prepaid lounge passes • Lounge membership programs.

Absheron Lounge
Location: Terminal 1, Airside, 4th Floor, Departures.
Hours: 24 hours. Showers: No. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Prepaid lounge passes • Lounge membership programs.

Baku Club
Location: Terminal 1, Ground Floor, near Duty Free.
Hours: 24 hours. Showers: No. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Prepaid lounge passes • Lounge membership programs.

Premium Bank Lounge
Location: Terminal 1, Airside, near Gates 14 and 15 (international departures).
Hours: 24 hours. Showers: No. Dedicated Rest Zone: Yes. Sleep Facilities: Yes – complimentary sleeping pods for lounge guests. Maximum stay of 2 hours. Lounge Access: Prepaid lounge passes • Lounge membership programs.

Terminal 2

Mugam Lounge
Terminal 2, Airside, 2nd Floor, opposite Duty Free (international departures).
Hours: 24 hours. Showers: No. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Prepaid lounge passes • Lounge membership programs.

Airlines Lounge

Terminal 1

AZAL Business Class Lounge
Location: Terminal 1, Landside, 1st Floor.
Hours: Not confirmed. Lounge Access: Eligible Azerbaijan Airlines Business Class and Premium Economy passengers. This is a premium check-in facility rather than a traditional departure lounge.

Business Class Lounge
Location: Terminal 1, Airside, 4th Floor.
Hours: Not confirmed. Showers: Not confirmed. Dedicated Rest Zone: Not confirmed. Sleep Facilities: Not confirmed. Lounge Access: Eligible Azerbaijan Airlines premium-class passengers.

Food & Drinks

Food outlets operate with varying schedules. At the time of this update, no dining options could be confirmed as operating 24 hours.

Landside: McDonald’s • illy • Sky Coffee • Ləzzət
Airside: 150 Bar & Grill • Room • Xurcun • Ay Qonşu

Vending Machines are also available throughout the airport

Drinking Water
Free drinking water is available. A traveller reports a water fountain on the 3rd floor near the mother and child room, close to Duty Free. (March 2025)

Mobile Charging

Mobile device charging stations are available, primarily in the airside departures area on the 3rd floor.

WiFi/Internet

Free WiFi is available at Baku Airport. Connect to the “Baku-Airport-Free-WiFi” network.

Free internet terminals are also available in Terminal 1, departures area.

More Airport Information

More Services, Facilities & Things To Do On A Layover

ATMs / Cash Machines – Need cash? ATMs are available landside and airside throughout the terminal. Fees may apply, so check your bank’s fee schedule and daily withdrawal limits if travelling internationally. You may also want to notify your bank of your travel plans.
Barber Shop – A barber shop is available in Terminal 2.
Baby Care Facilities – Travelling with an infant? The airport offers several family-friendly amenities:

Baby Care Rooms with diaper-changing tables, seating, and hot water
Diaper-changing stations in baby rooms and multipurpose restrooms
Baby feeding chairs available at cafés and bars, landside and airside

Baggage Trolleys – Baggage trolleys are available free of charge throughout the terminal.
Baggage Wrapping – A baggage wrapping service is available for a fee.
Children’s Play Area – Children’s play areas with soft, colourful equipment are available in both terminals.
Currency Exchange – Premium Bank and the International Bank of Azerbaijan offer currency exchange services at several landside and airside locations. Hours are typically limited to weekday business hours.
Duty-Free & Shopping – Duty-free shopping is available 24 hours a day. Additional retail shops are located throughout the terminal.
Information Desk – Information desks are available landside and airside. Airport assistance staff, identifiable by blue uniforms and “How Can I Help You” branding, are also stationed throughout the terminal.
Library – A small library with books for passengers is available airside in Terminal 1.
Luggage Storage & Lockers – Luggage storage and lockers are not available.
Medical Services – Urgent and emergency medical services are available through the airport medical centre.
Pharmacy – There is no full-service pharmacy, but pharmacy vending machines dispensing common over-the-counter medications are available landside and airside.
Post Office – A post office is available in Terminal 2.
Prayer Room – A prayer room is available airside after passport control. Ablution facilities are also provided nearby.
Showers – Showers are not available.
SIM Cards – A reader tells us “SIM cards can be [purchased] from stands in arrivals for T1, they will activate it for you as well. Prices are very high compared to a normal SIM card from the centre (40 manat for 5gb with Azercell, April 2023). Not sure about specific opening hours, but they were working at 5 AM.” (April 2023)
Smoking – Smoking is prohibited throughout the terminal. Designated smoking cabins are available in select landside and airside areas.
Spa – A Spa & Beauty Lounge offers a range of services airside in Terminal 1.

Airlines

Baku Airport is served by the following airlines: Aeroflot • Air Arabia • Air Astana • Arkia Airlines • Azerbaijan Airlines • Belavia • Buta Airways • China Southern Airlines • Etihad Airways • Fly Dubai • Flynas • Gulf Air • IrAero • Iran Air • Iraqi Airways • Israir • Jazeera Airways • Kuwait Airways • Lufthansa • Nordstar • Pegasus • Qatar Airways • S7 Airlines • Scat • Smartvia • Turkish Airlines • UIA • UR Airlines • Ural Airlines • Utair • Uzbekistan Airways • Wizz Air.

Airport Transportation: Getting To/From The Airport

Car Rentals

Aznur Car Rental is open 24 hours. Location: Located at Terminal 1, landside, on the first floor.

Hotel Shuttles

See Airport Hotels above.

Public Transportation

Aero Express Line provides 24-hour connections to and from GYD Airport every 30 minutes. For fares, routes and schedule information, visit the Aero Express website.

Taxis

Taxis are available at the “official taxi stand” outside Terminal 1, 2nd Lane.

Security & Safety

Sleeping in any airport can include a certain level of risk, especially when travelling alone. It’s important to take certain precautions to ensure your safety and the security of your valuables. Here are a few tips:

Safety First. It’s a good idea to know where the security office is located and look for video cameras where you plan to sleep. You can also ask the security personnel for advice on the safest places to spend the night.
Don’t Seclude Yourself. If you’re travelling alone, we recommend you stay near other travellers or close to security. This will help you feel more secure and deter potential thieves.
Hide Your Valuables. It’s also important to hide your valuables. Don’t leave them out in plain view, as this could make you a target for theft. Additionally, if you are a deep sleeper, you may want to padlock your bag to something or sleep with your bag up against a wall to make it harder for someone to access zippers and pockets. We have received reports of sleepers who woke up without their phones and laptop bags. The travellers were left with just their headphones and laptop bag strap.
Stay Alert. It’s best to stay alert and awake if you feel unsafe or uncomfortable. Drink coffee or other caffeinated beverages to help you stay awake, and remember that you can always catch up on sleep during your flight. These simple precautions can help you enjoy a safe night at the airport.

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