Astana NQZ to Baku BAK flight with Azerbaijan Ailrines

Flights from Astana to Baku generally leave from Nur-Sultan Nazarbayev Airport and arrive in Baku Heydar Aliyev International Airport.

Nur-Sultan Nazarbayev Airport is 21.2 km away from Astana city centre and Baku Heydar Aliyev International Airport is 27.9 km from Baku city centre.

Since neither Astana nor Baku are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of Kazakhstan and Azerbaijan. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.

There is a time difference of 1 h between Astana and Baku all year round.

The best events to attend in Baku include:

• Ganja Festival, a celebration of Ganja's rich cultural heritage with music and art
• Baku Jazz Festival, an annual event showcasing local and international jazz musicians
• Formula 1 Azerbaijan Grand Prix, a thrilling motorsport event held on the streets of Baku
• Baku International Sea Trade Port Festival, a maritime festival featuring exhibitions and entertainment related to sea trade.

The best holidays to experience in Baku include:

• Novruz Bayram, marks the arrival of spring with traditional celebrations and cultural activities
• Gurban Bayram, a significant religious holiday with communal feasts and gatherings
• State Independence Day, commemorates Azerbaijan's independence with various patriotic events and festivities.

The best seasons to visit Baku are Spring or Fall. The best weather to explore Baku is during April-June or September-October.

For international flights we recommend to arrive 2.5 to 3 hours before departure. Please check the website of your departure airport if in doubt. Some airports may offer booking time slots for security checks or offer additional information on when to get there based on time of day.

Most airlines permit carry-on bags that fit within specific dimensions (e. G. 22 x 14 x 9 inches or 56 x 36 x 23 cm), including handles and wheels. Bags must fit in the overhead bin or under the seat in front of you.

Many airlines impose weight limits, commonly ranging between 7 kg (15 lbs) and 12 kg (26 lbs).
Typically, passengers are allowed one carry-on bag and one personal item (for example a purse, laptop bag, or backpack). Personal items must fit under the seat in front of you.
Budget Airlines (like Ryanair or Wizz Air) have stricter size and weight limits, often requiring fees for larger carry-ons. Full-Service Airlines have more lenient policies, sometimes including more spacious dimensions or higher weight limits depending on your ticket class.

The list of items prohibited on an airplane varies by country and airline, but in general, the following items are not allowed in carry-on or checked baggage: Weapons and self-defence items, sharp objects, flammable materials, explosives, toxic substances, or liquids over 100ml (except for medications and baby essentials). In checked baggage, firearms (without authorization), explosives, large lithium batteries, and hazardous chemicals are prohibited. Electronic cigarettes must be in carry-on bags, while alcohol and dry ice have restrictions. Always check with your airline for specific regulations.