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Heydar Aliyev Intl (UBBB/GYD) — Baku, Azerbaijan

Heydar Aliyev Intl (UBBB/GYD) serves Baku, Azerbaijan. This is a major international airport with 2 runways (16/34, 18/36). Field elevation is 10 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Frequencies 4/4
Operations 2/2
Fuel 1/1
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Basic Airport Information

  • ICAO: UBBB
  • Name: Heydar Aliyev Intl
  • Type: large_airport
  • Category: International
  • Latitude: 40.467499
  • Longitude: 50.0467
  • Elevation: 10 ft
  • Country: Azerbaijan
  • Municipality: Baku
  • IATA Code: GYD
  • FAA Code: N/A
  • FIR: UBBA
  • Timezone: Asia/Baku
  • Distance from City: 20.0 km
  • VFR: Yes
  • IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 16/34

  • Designation: 16/34
  • Dimensions: 13136 X 197
  • Surface: Asphalt
  • PCN: 50/R/B/X/T
  • Lighting: HIRL, REIL, ALSF-1, PAPI
  • NAVAIDs: ILS CAT I Rwy 34 LOC 111.7; ILS Rwy 16 LOC 109.5
  • Approach Types: ILS CAT I, VOR/DME, RNAV (GPS)
  • Remarks: Rwy 34: True heading 340°, TODA 10170 ft, LDA 8858 ft, slope +0.1°, elevation -23 ft; MM BAKU, OM BAKU. Rwy 16: True heading 160°, TODA 9514 ft, LDA 8858 ft, slope -0.1°, elevation -13 ft, TDZE -13 ft. PCN evaluation: Technical. STARs published for RW16 and RW34. SID RW34-1 published.

Runway 18/36

  • Designation: 18/36
  • Dimensions: 10499 X 167
  • Surface: Concrete
  • PCN: 150/F/A/W/T
  • Lighting: HIRL, REIL, ALSF-1, PAPI
  • NAVAIDs: ILS Rwy 18 LOC 110.5; ILS CAT I Rwy 36 LOC 109.3
  • Approach Types: ILS CAT I, VOR/DME, RNAV (GPS)
  • Remarks: Rwy 36: True heading 360°, displaced threshold 44.4 ft, TODA 11811 ft, LDA 10055 ft, slope +0.2°, elevation -13 ft; MM BAKU/BINA, OM BAKU. Rwy 18: True heading 180°, TODA 11040 ft, LDA 10499 ft, slope -0.2°, elevation 10 ft, TDZE 10 ft, stopway 246 ft. PCN evaluation: Technical. SID RW18 published. Radar required for RW18 and RW36 departures. Departure via left turn to BUNIS prohibited for IL-76 aircraft 1800-0300 (winter) / 1700-0200 (summer).

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Frequencies

  • Tower: 119.200 MHz
  • Ground: 121.700 MHz
  • Operations: 129.300 MHz
  • Traffic/Approach: Approach 129.300 MHz; Tower 119.200 MHz (H24); Ground 121.700 MHz; ATIS 126.800 MHz MHz
  • ATIS: 126.800 MHz

Operation Hours

Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours

Heydar Aliyev Intl operates 24 hours (H24). See all 24-hour airports worldwide →

  • Extra Hours On Request: No
  • Remarks: Airport operates H24. Control tower H24. Admin hours: Mon-Fri 05:00-14:00 UTC, Sat-Sun 06:00-11:00 UTC.

Contacts

  • AIS Tel: N/A
  • ARO Tel: N/A
  • MET Tel: N/A
  • Admin Tel: +994 12 497 27 27
  • Health Tel: N/A
  • Police Tel: N/A
  • Authorities Tel: N/A
  • Website: https://airport.az
  • Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

  • Slot Required: Yes
  • PPR Required: No
  • PPR Contact: [email protected]
  • Remarks: Slots mandatory for all scheduled and non-scheduled IFR flights. PPR required for non-scheduled commercial, cargo, and GA operations. Peak hours: 07:00–23:00 UTC.

Customs

  • Open: 04:00
  • Close: 23:00
  • Phone: N/A
  • Extra Hours On Request: Yes
  • Remarks: Local hours AZT (UTC+4): 08:00-03:00 next day. Available 24/7 on request for international GA flights. No US CBP preclearance.

Fees

  • Landing Fee: N/A
  • Parking Fee: N/A
  • Handling Mandatory: Yes
  • Currency: AZN
  • Remarks: N/A

Fuel Information

  • Fuel Type: JET A-1
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-04-08
  • Remarks: JET A-1 only. Available H24.

Immigration

  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • GENDEC Required: Yes
  • GAR Required: No
  • Remarks: Landing permit required in advance for non-scheduled flights via State Civil Aviation Agency (SCAA).

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Restrictions

  • Curfew Start: N/A
  • Curfew End: N/A
  • Noise Chapter Min: 3
  • Remarks: Magnetic variation 06°E. Fire category 9. Elevation 11 ft. No daylight savings time observed. Departure via left turn to BUNIS prohibited for IL-76 aircraft 1800-0300Z (winter) / 1700-0200Z (summer) from RW18 and RW34.

Alternates

UBTT

  • ICAO: UBTT
  • Name: Zabrat Airport
  • Distance (NM): 3.6
  • Has IFR: No
  • Port of Entry: No
  • Immigration Remarks: N/A

UBBI

  • ICAO: UBBI
  • Name: Nasosnaya Air Base
  • Distance (NM): 23.5
  • Has IFR: No
  • Port of Entry: No
  • Immigration Remarks: N/A

UBBQ

  • ICAO: UBBQ
  • Name: Gabala International Airport
  • Distance (NM): 107.6
  • Has IFR: No
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: No US CBP preclearance. Landing permit required from Azerbaijan State Civil Aviation Agency (SCAA) for non-scheduled flights; submit 48–72 hours prior.

Airport Services

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Azerbaijan Permit Requirements

Medium Overflight: 2d Landing: 2d
  • Overflight Permit: Yes
  • Landing Permit: Yes
  • Overflight Lead Time: 48 working hours before scheduled departure
  • Landing Lead Time: 48 working hours before scheduled departure
Private / GA Operations:

Overflight and landing permits required. 48 working hours lead time.

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Active NOTAMs

A0132/26 warning
Aerodrome restriction
TRIGGER NOTAM PERM AIRAC AIP AMDT 03/2026 WEF 09 JUL 2026 UBBB AD 2.8, UBBB AD 2.10, UBBB AD 2.12, UBBB AD 2.18 TABLES UPDATED. UBBB AD 2.24.1-1, UBBB AD 2.24.3-1, UBBB AD 2.24.3-3 CHARTS UPDATED.
2026-07-09 00:00:00 2026-07-22 23:59:00
A0190/26 warning
Aerodrome restriction
VALIDITY OF AD CERTIFICATION CHANGED TO 01.06.2026-31.05.2029 REF AIP AD 1.5
2026-06-01 14:20:00 Until further notice
A0213/26 caution
Taxiway lighting closed
PORTION OF TWY M1 BEHIND STAND F1 CLSD DUE TO CONSTRUCTION WORKS.
2026-07-20 11:00:00 2026-08-10 23:59:00

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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the tower frequency at UBBB?
The tower frequency at Heydar Aliyev Intl is 119.200 MHz.
What fuel is available at UBBB?
Heydar Aliyev Intl offers JET A-1.
Does UBBB require landing permits?
Yes, landing permits are required for Heydar Aliyev Intl (Azerbaijan).
Is customs available at UBBB?
Yes, customs at Heydar Aliyev Intl is available from 04:00 to 23:00.
Does UBBB require slots or PPR?
Slots are required at Heydar Aliyev Intl.
Where is UBBB located?
Heydar Aliyev Intl (UBBB) is located in Baku, Azerbaijan.
What is the IATA code for UBBB?
The IATA code for Heydar Aliyev Intl is GYD.
How long is the runway at UBBB?
The main runway at Heydar Aliyev Intl (16/34) measures 13136 X 197.
Does UBBB have an ILS approach?
Yes, Heydar Aliyev Intl has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runways 16/34, 18/36.
Is UBBB a port of entry?
Yes, Heydar Aliyev Intl is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.
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