Houston to Baku (IAH–GYD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

✦ 1-Stop connections via 6 hubs
IST Istanbul 16h 20m 6EPKTG → 7LJ2MS Istanbul (IST) to Baku flights
CDG Paris (Roissy-en-France, Val-d'Oise) 16h 56m AFKL → J2 Paris (Roissy-en-France, Val-d'Oise) (CDG) to Baku flights
FCO Rome 18h 10m AZ → W4 Rome (FCO) to Baku flights
FRA Frankfurt am Main 19h 24m 3SACLH → J2LH Frankfurt am Main (FRA) to Baku flights
DXB Dubai 30h 18m EK → EKFZS7 Dubai (DXB) to Baku flights
DOH Doha 31h 15m B6MHQR → IBJ2MH Doha (DOH) to Baku flights
✦ 1-STOP More options, longer trips
✧ 2-STOP Loading... Reach the hardest destinations
Houston to Baku
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
7,089 mi 8h 54m nonstop +9h ahead

While no nonstop service exists between IAH and GYD, 1-stop connecting options are available.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for IAH to GYD.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
6
Hubs
~16h
Fastest
~31h
Longest
IST ~16h 20m CDG ~16h 56m FCO ~18h 10m FRA ~19h 24m DXB ~30h 18m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
555
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
IAH → GYD
17%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
17%
Return
GYD → IAH
48%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Arriving
48%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. IAH delays →
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+9h
Baku is 9 hours ahead of Houston.
IAH: CDT · GYD: +04

When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 3:00 AM (next day) in Baku.
Distance & Flight Time
7,089 mi / 11,408 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 8h 54m gate to gate.
Visa & Entry

US passport holders need an ASAN eVisa to enter Azerbaijan. Apply through the official portal at evisa.gov.az. The standard eVisa costs USD 25, allows a single entry for up to 30 days, and is typically processed within 3 business days. An urgent option is available for USD 50 with processing in 3 hours. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Getting to IAH

IAH has no direct rail link to downtown Houston. The IAH Express bus runs from Houston Amtrak/Greyhound station via Park & Ride to Terminal C (60–90 min, $1.25 with METRO Q card). This is the only transit option; Houston's rail network does not reach the airport.Taxis from downtown Houston cost $50–70 and take 40–60 minutes. Ride-hails (Uber, Lyft) are typically $35–55. IAH sits 23 miles north of downtown on the North Freeway (I-45); traffic is heavy during morning and evening rush. Remote economy parking lots serve all terminals via shuttle.

Facts

IAH–GYD Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Houston to Baku route.
Route details
Distance7,089 mi / 11,408 km
Flight time8h 54m
Time difference+9 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: IAH
Full nameGeorge Bush Intercontinental Airport
IATA / ICAOIAH / KIAH
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr46.7M
Elevation97 ft / 30 m
Destination: GYD
Full nameHeydar Aliyev International Airport
IATA / ICAOGYD / UBBB
TimezoneAsia/Baku
Passengers/yr7.5M
Elevation10 ft / 3 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about IAH to GYD flights.
Nonstop flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport take about 8h 54m gate to gate. The route covers 7,089 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include İstanbul, Charles de Gaulle and Rome–Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci.
Baku is 9 hours ahead of Houston.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from IAH to GYD

George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

IAH to GYD Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from IAH to GYD is about 8 hours 54 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 7,089 miles (11,408 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via İstanbul, Charles de Gaulle and Rome–Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.