Pendik, Istanbul to Baku
2h 35m The flight from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD) covers 1,745 km (1,085 miles) and takes approximately 2h 35m gate to gate for a typical jet.
The route heads east on an initial great-circle bearing of 85°, passing near 41.2° N, 39.7° 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 10m | 3h 36m |
| Narrowbody jet (A320, 737) | 780 km/h | 2h 14m | 2h 39m |
| Widebody jet (777, 787, A350) | 900 km/h | 1h 56m | 2h 22m |
| Private jet (Gulfstream) | 850 km/h | 2h 03m | 2h 28m |
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
| SAW | GYD | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport | Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport | Heydar Aliyev International Airport |
| City | Pendik, Istanbul | Baku |
| Country | Turkey | Azerbaijan |
| ICAO | LTFJ | UBBB |
| Coordinates | 40.8986, 29.3092 | 40.4728, 50.0509 |
| Elevation | 312 ft | 10 ft |
Questions
How long is the flight from Pendik, Istanbul to Baku?
A non-stop flight from Pendik, Istanbul (SAW) to Baku (GYD) takes about 2h 35m. The great-circle distance is 1,745 km (1,085 miles, 942 nautical miles), flying east on an initial bearing of 85°.
How far is Pendik, Istanbul from Baku?
1,745 kilometres in a straight line over the earth's surface — 1,085 miles or 942 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 SAW and GYD?
This page calculates the direct-line time and distance; it does not track airline schedules. At 1,745 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.
Other routes from Pendik, Istanbul
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.