Direct (nonstop) flights from Sharm el Sheikh to Baku

1 airline flys nonstop from Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) to Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD). It's 1,239 miles (1,994 km), about 3h 30m in the air. Operated by Azerbaijan Airlines.

SSH
Sharm El Sheikh Airport
🇪🇬 Sharm el Sheikh, Egypt
GYD
Heydar Aliyev International Airport
🇦🇿 Baku, Azerbaijan
Flight Time
3h 30m
Distance
1,239 mi
1,994 km
CO₂/pax
209 kg
−53 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Azerbaijan Airlines
Time Diff
+1h
Operated by Azerbaijan Airlines Azerbaijan Airlines

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Azerbaijan Airlines J2 Azerbaijan Airlines
Route
SSH → GYD
Flight Time
3h 30m
Distance
1,239 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Sharm el Sheikh to Baku with one stop · direct emits 209 kg CO₂ per passenger

SSH BGW (Baghdad) GYD
Leg 1: 2h (689 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (592 mi) Total: ~3h 55m 🍃 262 kg CO₂ (+25% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SSH → BGW
2h · 689 mi
View SSH to BGW flights →
Leg 2
BGW → GYD
1h 55m · 592 mi
View BGW to GYD flights →
SSH KWI (Kuwait) GYD
Leg 1: 2h 25m (830 mi) Leg 2: 2h 10m (782 mi) Total: ~4h 35m 🍃 324 kg CO₂ (+55% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SSH → KWI
2h 25m · 830 mi
View SSH to KWI flights →
Leg 2
KWI → GYD
2h 10m · 782 mi
View KWI to GYD flights →
SSH ESB (Ankara) GYD
Leg 1: 2h 25m (840 mi) Leg 2: 2h 20m (900 mi) Total: ~4h 45m 🍃 347 kg CO₂ (+66% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SSH → ESB
2h 25m · 840 mi
View SSH to ESB flights →
Leg 2
ESB → GYD
2h 20m · 900 mi
View ESB to GYD flights →
SSH AYT (Antalya) GYD
Leg 1: 2h 5m (649 mi) Leg 2: 2h 50m (1,067 mi) Total: ~4h 55m 🍃 325 kg CO₂ (+56% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SSH → AYT
2h 5m · 649 mi
View SSH to AYT flights →
Leg 2
AYT → GYD
2h 50m · 1,067 mi
View AYT to GYD flights →
SSH MED (Madinah) GYD
Leg 1: 1h 30m (406 mi) Leg 2: 3h 35m (1,250 mi) Total: ~5h 5m 🍃 311 kg CO₂ (+49% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SSH → MED
1h 30m · 406 mi
View SSH to MED flights →
Leg 2
MED → GYD
3h 35m · 1,250 mi
View MED to GYD flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Sharm el Sheikh to Baku?

A nonstop flight from Sharm el Sheikh (SSH) to Baku (GYD) takes approximately 3 hours and 30 minutes. The distance is 1,239 miles (1,994 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Sharm el Sheikh to Baku?

Just Azerbaijan Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Sharm el Sheikh to Baku?

Yes. 1 airline: Azerbaijan Airlines.

How far is Sharm el Sheikh from Baku?

The flight distance from Sharm el Sheikh to Baku is 1,239 miles (1,994 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Miami.

What is the time difference between Sharm el Sheikh and Baku?

Baku is 1 hour ahead of Sharm el Sheikh. (Africa/Cairo vs Asia/Baku.)

What type of aircraft flies from Sharm el Sheikh to Baku?

At 3h 30m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Egypt to Azerbaijan?

Depends on your passport. Check with the Azerbaijan embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Sharm el Sheikh to Baku?

Roughly 209 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,045 km.

Is the return flight from Baku to Sharm el Sheikh also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Sharm el Sheikh to Baku?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. For long-haul, booking 2-3 months out tends to help. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Sharm El Sheikh Airport for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.