Travelling from Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD) to Shanghai: what you need to know
Shanghai is 4 hours ahead of Baku, where Heydar Aliyev International Airport is located. Shanghai operates on the UTC+8 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from GYD to Shanghai, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from GYD to Shanghai. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Break up the journey at one of these popular options:
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You'll need an embassy visa for China if you have a passport from Azerbaijan and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements can be subject to change. So before booking your cheap ticket from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Shanghai, check with your airline as well as the destination country's local consulate or embassy for the most recent updates.
Travelling from central Baku to GYD takes approximately 1 hour and 31 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 21 kilometres in 24 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Shanghai? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near GYD:
How to find the cheapest flights from Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD) to Shanghai
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Shanghai is $501. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,479. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from GYD to Shanghai if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
Getting cheap tickets from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Shanghai is easy if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices throughout the month and snap up a great deal.
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Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai is about 49 minutes by car. It's approximately 56 kilometres away.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Shanghai. Book one of these accommodation options near PVG instead:
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Central Shanghai is located around 14 kilometres from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). Once your flight from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Shanghai has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should take about 21 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near SHA. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from GYD to Shanghai:
Best time to go to Shanghai
July is the most popular month for flights from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Shanghai. To skip the crowds, plan your trip to Shanghai in April when things are quieter.
Lock in your flight from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Shanghai for August to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 23ºC to 34ºC.
For cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from GYD to Shanghai in January when temperatures average between -1ºC and 10ºC.
More about Shanghai
Start your Shanghai trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Shanghai, browse our range of accommodation options including:
The Bund Sightseeing Avenue and Yu Garden are just a couple of the big attractions to add to your Shanghai must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Shanghai Tower.
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