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. Here, you’ll find information on services and facilities available inside the airport – including details about airport lounges, WiFi, mobile charging points, lockers, 24-hour food options, nearby hotels, and everything in between.
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there’s nowhere suitable that I could find to kip when arriving on a 4am flight. – a traveller
GYD Airport Overview
To help you plan your layover or overnight sleepover, here is a quick run-down about what to expect during your time at Baku Heydar Aliyev International Airport.
What to Expect
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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In this guide we may refer to locations as “landside” and “airside”. Landside is the public area of the terminal located in the non-secure zone, before security. Airside is the secure area of the terminal that you must reach by going through security.
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.
Cots
The airport does not provide cots to stranded travellers. If this has changed, click here to update the guide.
Airport Hotels
If sleeping in Baku Airport sounds like a nightmare, there is a hotel at the airport and several nearby hotels with shuttles:
- Fly Inn Baku – Located within walking distance of the terminal. A shuttle is available on request (advance notice required). The pickup location is at the Sheraton Sign Light Box, located to the right of the South Terminal exit. Day rates are available starting at 117 AZN for use from 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM, 149 AZN for 6:00 PM – 12:00 AM and 109 AZN for 12:00 AM – 8:00 AM. » Check Rates
For more options, visit Tripadvisor to see a list of hotels near Baku Airport that can be sorted by price, distance, traveller rating and popularity.
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.
- Salam Lounge – Location: Terminal 1, Airside, 1st Floor, Zone B. Hours: 24 hours. Showers: No. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Pay at the door • Prepaid lounge passes • Membership programs.
- Absheron Lounge – Location: Terminal 1, Airside, 4th Floor. Hours: 24 hours. Showers: No. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Pay at the door • Prepaid lounge passes • Lounge membership programs.
- Baku Club – Location: Terminal 1, Airside, 1st Floor. Hours: 24 hours. Showers: No. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Pay at the door • Prepaid lounge passes • Membership programs.
- Premium Bank Lounge – Location: Terminal 1, 1st Floor (Airside). Hours: open 24 hours. Showers: No. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Pay at the door • Prepaid lounge passes • Membership programs.
- Mugam Lounge – Location: Terminal 2, 2nd Floor (Airside). Hours: 24 hours. Showers: No. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Pay at the door • Prepaid lounge passes (Lounge Pass, Every Lounge) • Membership programs.
Airlines Lounge
- AZAL Business Class Lounge – Location: Terminal 1, Landside & Airside access, Zone A, 1st Level. Hours: open 24 hours. Lounge Access: Azerbaijan Airlines Business Class ticket.
- Business Class Lounge – Location: Terminal 1, 4th Floor (Airside). Hours: Based on flight schedules. Showers: No. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Airline business/first class passengers • Eligible frequent flyer status.
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)
Food & Drinks
Food outlets operate with varying schedules. At the time of this update, no dining options could be confidently 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
Luggage Storage & Lockers
Luggage storage and lockers are not available. If this is incorrect, click here to update this guide.
Mobile Charging
Mobile device charging stations are available, primarily in the airside departures area on the 3rd floor.
Showers
Showers are not available. If this is incorrect, click here to update this guide.
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.
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.
More Airport Information
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.
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.
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.
Car Rentals
Aznur Car Rental is open 24 hours. Location: Located at Terminal 1, landside, on the first floor.
Hotel Shuttles
At the time of this update, we found only one hotel that provided airport shuttle service: Days Hotel Baku.
See also 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.
Last updated: 2026-02-05
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