Baku or "City of Winds" is one of the most beautiful world's cities located at the joint of Europe and Asia. Baku is also was known as the largest industrial centre. It is the place of concentration of old oil fields, well-known as Oil Stones, unique plant of deep-water foundations, high-capacity derrick barges, and modern drilling floating units. It's consists of many historical buildings that have been listed in the UNESCO such as Palace of the Shirvanshahs, Maiden Tower and many more. Baku is situated on the western Caspian Seaside, on the bay shores of the same name in the southern part of the Aspheron Peninsula, rich in its oil fields.

Airports in Baku

1. Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)

Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD) is an international airport serving for Azerbaijan. It is located at Baku. It is one of the six international airports in Azerbaijan and 20 kilometres away from the Baku city. Citizen of Baku can access to this airport by using the modern highway. This airport also one of the busiest airports and 5-star prestigious airport. At the airport, you can have mouthful food in many cafes. There are many choices of restaurants and variety of cuisine of food. Other than that, you can shop at duty-free shops on the 3rd floor. The exclusive shop also opens in this airport such as Boss, Abad and many more.

2. Ganja International Airport (KVD)

Ganja International Airport (KVD) is an airport serves for Ganja, the second largest city in Azerbaijan. Ganja is primarily from the word Gyandzha. Other than that, it is also used for Azerbaijani Air and Air Defence Force. This airport is not like a standard airport where it has shops and cafes at the airport. But still, this airport is open for public use too. People can fly from here to either domestic or international.

How to Get Cheap Flights to Baku?

Traveloka is a traveller flight ticket website where it eases the travellers to find the cheapest flights to Baku. All you have to do is to insert the information in the box that says origin and destination, and the website will list out the best result for you. Now they have developed the application for this website where its mean that you can access it through your mobile phone. Just put the information and click search after that choose which packages that offer you the best price.

When is the Best Time to Fly to Baku?

The off-peak season in Baku in May and July and also the busiest month for Baku. Prices for hotels and flights will be expensive during these months. You can plan your trip so that you can save your money rather than you waste it for expensive ticket flight and hotel prices. The peak season to travel to Baku is in June. In June until August, the weather is quite warm and very comfortable. But August may also be the busiest month to visit Baku, so you need to prepare a little bit more money.

The climate is slightly continental, with relatively cold winters and hot summer. Summer in Baku is warm and sunny, with a temperature around 30 degree Celsius. The average temperature range for Baku is from 4 degree Celsius to 26.5 degree Celsius. Winter in Baku is cold but not freezing. Since Baku is the city of wind, so the rains are scarce. The sun does not shine very often in winter, while in summer it shines regularly. Be ready for the cold month because you may feel the strong winds.

During summer, Baku conducted International Jazz Festival. The International Jazz Festival has become a tradition, organised by Ministry of Culture and Tourism. Baku was one of the most advanced jazz places in the USSR. Many people come from different country to enjoy this once a year festival that only happens in the summer in Baku, Azerbaijan. The Baku International Jazz Festival organised jointly by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism and the Azerbaijani Culture Foundation, has won a reputation among the world-famous jazz performers.

What are the Top 3 Things to Do in Baku?

1. Azerbaijan Carpet Museum - In Azerbaijan, carpet weaving occupies a special place in the history of its national culture. It has become the national symbol since carpet weaving is the most popular folk and part of everyday life. This museum was built in 1967, and it has over 10,000 objects such as ceramics, metal works, and jewellery from the Bronze Age. You can see the lovely designed carpet and learn the historical importance of it too.

2. Maiden Tower - It is also known as "Gyz Galasy" which is situated in the Old Town which facing city boulevard and the Caspian Sea. It is also inducted as the UNESCO World Heritage Building. Due to its unique shape and design and also mysterious story behind this building, it makes the tower become the iconic landmark for the Baku city. You can enjoy the beautiful scenery on top of the building.

3. Palace of the Shirvanshahs - One of the essential pieces of Azerbaijan history. It was built in the 15th century by the Shirvanshah kingdom. This palace has been listed in the UNESCO World Heritage building. You can enjoy fascinating displays and beautiful buildings of the castle. Other than that, you can learn the history of the palace and now with the new additional entertaining audio-visual.