Cheap Flights from Baku Heydar Aliyev International to Shanghai from $501

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Baku Heydar Aliyev International to Shanghai? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Baku Heydar Aliyev International to Shanghai flights are currently cheapest in May.

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Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Baku Heydar Aliyev International to Shanghai? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Baku to Shanghai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$1,479
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time8 hrs
Most popular airlineAerocaribbean
Average flights per week8

Finding cheap flights from Baku Heydar Aliyev International to Shanghai: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Shanghai: Shanghai Hongqiao and Shanghai Pudong.
The best price we found for a return flight from Baku Heydar Aliyev International to Shanghai is $1,479. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
8 hours is the average flight time from Baku Heydar Aliyev International to Shanghai.
Aerocaribbean flies direct from Baku Heydar Aliyev International to Shanghai.
As of April 2025, there are 8 flights per week flying from Baku Heydar Aliyev International to Shanghai.
The cheapest month to fly from Baku Heydar Aliyev International to Shanghai is usually April 2025.
If you're flying from Baku Heydar Aliyev International Airport, the cheapest airport near Shanghai is Shanghai Pudong – which is 32.7 km away from the centre of Shanghai. We've found flights into this airport from $1,479.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Baku Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Shanghai on Monday, 12 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 8 hours.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Shanghai but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Shanghai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 14°C. August is typically the warmest month in Shanghai, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in December. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is June.
Currently, Emirates offers the cheapest flight tickets to Shanghai.

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:

    • Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

    • Hamad International Airport (DOH)

    • Dubai Airport (DXB)

  • 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.

  • Sign into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. We'll get in touch straight away if there's a better deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you from checking for flight tickets from GYD to Shanghai every day.

  • Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Shanghai, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.

Airports in Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

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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