Travelling from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD): what you need to know
Around 4 hours 50 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport.
The timezone in Baku is UTC+4, which is three hours ahead of Milan.
Every week, there are five Milano Malpensa Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport flights. To take off early, pick the 10:45 AZAL Azerbaijan Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure is at 11:25 with AZAL Azerbaijan Airlines.
Give yourself enough time to make your MXP to GYD flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
AZAL Azerbaijan Airlines offers direct flights from Milano Malpensa Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Baku — and maybe even more of Azerbaijan if time allows.
AZAL Azerbaijan Airlines is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
AZAL Azerbaijan Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating MXP to GYD flights, with 70.37% of its services arriving on schedule.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Milano Malpensa Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between MXP and GYD:
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How to find the cheapest flights from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Milano Malpensa Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport flight is $145. A round-trip ticket right now is $334. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Get cheap tickets from MXP to GYD by booking at least six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Milano Malpensa Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport. If you're looking to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.
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Handy information about Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
When it comes to Milano Malpensa Airport's on-time performance, 68.23% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Milano Malpensa Airport is about 48 kilometres from central Milan. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport will take about 55 minutes.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near MXP. Whether you have an early flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
Consider staying in a hotel near GYD if you're catching a late Milano Malpensa Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Heydar Aliyev International Airport rental car and discover Baku and beyond with your own wheels. Car Hire Baku, Thrifty and AZRENT are popular providers to choose from here.
Booking your ride from Heydar Aliyev International Airport around two weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD) to central Baku
From Heydar Aliyev International Airport, Baku is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
July is the busiest month for flights from Milano Malpensa Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Baku in April.
When reserving your flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Baku, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MXP to GYD in February. Average temperatures are between 2ºC (36ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) then.
Explore more of Azerbaijan
Sumqayıt is just one of the many cities in Azerbaijan waiting to be discovered once you've seen Baku. Around 48 kilometres away to the north-west, popular attractions include Saray Parkı, Bələdiyyə bağı and Local Park.
If there's time to check out another corner of Azerbaijan, consider Lankaran, roughly 193 kilometres south-west of Baku. Sahil parkı, Sütəmurdov Körpüsü and Avtobaza are key highlights.