Baku to Abu Dhabi
2h 42m The flight from Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD) to Zayed International Airport (AUH) covers 1,833 km (1,139 miles) and takes approximately 2h 42m gate to gate for a typical jet.
The route heads south on an initial great-circle bearing of 165°, passing near 32.5° N, 52.6° E at its midpoint.
The route
The great-circle path — the shortest line between the two airports across the curve of the earth. On a flat map it looks bent; on a globe it is straight.
Flight time at different cruise speeds
Aircraft type, winds and routing all move the real number. This is the same distance flown at different speeds, plus the 25-minute ground and climb allowance.
| Typical of | Cruise speed | Airborne | Gate to gate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop / regional | 550 km/h | 3h 20m | 3h 45m |
| Narrowbody jet (A320, 737) | 780 km/h | 2h 21m | 2h 46m |
| Widebody jet (777, 787, A350) | 900 km/h | 2h 02m | 2h 27m |
| Private jet (Gulfstream) | 850 km/h | 2h 09m | 2h 35m |
Headwinds on an eastbound long-haul routinely add 30–60 minutes; the same route westbound can be quicker. Airlines publish schedules with padding built in.
Both airports
| GYD | AUH | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport | Heydar Aliyev International Airport | Zayed International Airport |
| City | Baku | Abu Dhabi |
| Country | Azerbaijan | United Arab Emirates |
| ICAO | UBBB | OMAA |
| Coordinates | 40.4728, 50.0509 | 24.441, 54.6492 |
| Elevation | 10 ft | 88 ft |
Questions
How long is the flight from Baku to Abu Dhabi?
A non-stop flight from Baku (GYD) to Abu Dhabi (AUH) takes about 2h 42m. The great-circle distance is 1,833 km (1,139 miles, 990 nautical miles), flying south on an initial bearing of 165°.
How far is Baku from Abu Dhabi?
1,833 kilometres in a straight line over the earth's surface — 1,139 miles or 990 nautical miles. Actual flown distance is usually 2–5% longer because aircraft follow airways, avoid weather and route around restricted airspace.
Is there a non-stop flight between GYD and AUH?
This page calculates the direct-line time and distance; it does not track airline schedules. At 1,833 km the route is comfortably within range of a non-stop service if an airline chooses to fly it. Check an airline or booking site for what is actually scheduled.
Airport coordinates from OurAirports (public domain). Distance is a great-circle calculation; flight time uses the model described on the method page. Flight times are great-circle estimates for planning only — always check the airline's published schedule.