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Cheap flights from Sanya to Baku

Several Chinese carriers operate connecting services between Sanya and Baku through various Middle Eastern or European hubs. This is a long-haul journey requiring at least one change of aircraft before reaching the capital of Azerbaijan, with travel times varying based on layover length and routing choices available.

Cheapest monthJune
Airlines10
Direct flightswith a stop
Distance6,140 km
Direct flight time *7 h 56 min
Updated 3 Nov 2026

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Prices found on this route

Lowest fare found per airline in recent searches — click to search that date on kissandfly.com

AirlineFlightRatingDatePrice fromSearch
China Southern AirlinesChina Southern AirlinesCZwith a stop★★★★★ 3.912 Nov 2026from $709Search 12 Nov 2026
Shandong AirlinesShandong AirlinesSCwith a stop—14 Nov 2026from $849Search 14 Nov 2026
Xiamen AirlinesXiamen AirlinesMFwith a stop—18 Nov 2026from $895Search 18 Nov 2026
Hainan AirlinesHainan AirlinesHUwith a stop★★★★★ 4.322 Nov 2026from $1,009Search 22 Nov 2026
SCAT JSC AircompanySCAT JSC AircompanyDVwith a stop★★★★★ 4.15 Mar 2027from $1,013Search 5 Mar 2027
China Eastern AirlinesChina Eastern AirlinesMUwith a stop★★★★★ 3.618 Nov 2026from $1,035Search 18 Nov 2026
Air ChinaAir ChinaCAwith a stop★★★★★ 3.812 Nov 2026from $1,272Search 12 Nov 2026
Shanghai AirlinesShanghai AirlinesFMwith a stop—18 Nov 2026from $1,359Search 18 Nov 2026
Hong Kong AirlinesHong Kong AirlinesHXwith a stop★★★★★ 4.116 Nov 2026from $1,525Search 16 Nov 2026
Sichuan AirlinesSichuan Airlines3Uwith a stop★★★★★ 4.34 Nov 2026from $1,601Search 4 Nov 2026

Source: fares found by Tickets Travel Network search engines, snapshot of 3 November 2026. Prices are converted to USD at an approximate rate; the exact price is shown on the booking site.

Price by month

Lowest fare found for each month in recent searches. Cheapest month: June — from $579.

MonthPrice fromDate
November 2026from $89518 Nov 2026
December 2026from $5971 Dec 2026
January 2027from $71110 Jan 2027
February 2027from $1,2421 Feb 2027
March 2027from $9026 Mar 2027
April 2027from $76329 Apr 2027
June 2027from $5796 Jun 2027

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Airports on this route

Distances are straight-line from the city centre

CityAirportTo centre
SanyaSanya SYX12 km
BakuHeydar Aliyev International GYD1 km

Route on the map

SanyaBaku6,140 km
Sanya – Baku: 6,140 km in a straight line; Azerbaijan is highlighted. Land outlines: Natural Earth.

When to fly

Travelers typically find better value during shoulder seasons rather than peak summer months. October stands out as the most economical time to book these connections, while November through April offer reasonable pricing options. Avoiding major holiday periods around Chinese New Year and international travel peaks can help secure lower fares on this route.

Airlines and what to expect

Chinese carriers such as China Southern Airlines, Air China, and Xiamen Airlines provide extensive Asian networks for reaching the Caucasus region. SCAT JSC Aircompany operates through Central Asian hubs offering alternative routing possibilities. These full-service carriers generally include checked baggage and meals in their economy tickets, with different policies depending on fare class selected.

Arriving — Baku

Heydar Aliyev International Airport serves Baku from a location approximately thirty minutes by car to the city center. Taxis, ride-hailing services, and airport buses connect travelers to downtown areas where most hotels are situated. The journey follows modern highways past residential districts before reaching commercial zones near the old town.

Before you go: Azerbaijan

Currency
AZN (A.M.)
Power sockets
Type C, F · 220 V
Language
Azerbaijani Sign Language, Azerbaijani
Emergency number
112, 101, 102
Driving side
right
Calling code
+994
Internet domain
.az
Population of Baku
2.3 M (2021)
Time zone
UTC+04 (Asia/Baku)

Country facts: Wikidata

Check before you book

  • Confirm whether your departure airport is Sanya since this destination has only one commercial airport serving flights.
  • Verify baggage allowances as different airlines apply varying weight limits on connecting international itineraries.
  • Ensure all passport validity requirements are met for Azerbaijan entry during your chosen travel period.
  • Compare layover durations across carriers to minimize total journey time and connection stress.
  • Consider whether autumn or spring dates offer better value compared to winter peak pricing.

Frequently asked questions

Sanya – Baku: when is it cheapest to fly?

The lowest price in recent searches was found for June 2027 — $579. Prices change daily; check the live price in the search.

Sanya – Baku: which airlines fly this route?

Airlines with offers on this route: China Southern Airlines, Shandong Airlines, Xiamen Airlines, Hainan Airlines, SCAT JSC Aircompany, China Eastern Airlines, Air China, Shanghai Airlines, Hong Kong Airlines, Sichuan Airlines.

Sanya – Baku: are there direct flights?

Only connecting flights were available in recent searches.

How long is the flight from Sanya to Baku?

The distance is about 6,140 km, so a non-stop flight takes roughly 7 h 56 min. Only connecting flights were found recently; a stop adds a few hours.

Which airports serve Sanya – Baku?

Sanya: Sanya (SYX). Baku: Heydar Aliyev International (GYD).

What is the time difference between Sanya and Baku?

Baku is 4 h behind Sanya.

Sanya — more routes

ToAirlineFlightDatePrice from
FrankfurtChina Eastern Airlineswith a stop18 Nov 2026from $456
IstanbulChina Southern Airlineswith a stop4 Nov 2026from $856
WarsawChina Southern Airlineswith a stop9 Jan 2027from $1,064

Baku — flights from other cities

FromAirlineFlightDatePrice from
BudapestWizz Airdirect29 Jan 2027from $49
KrakowPegasuswith a stop13 Nov 2026from $80
AntalyaAjetwith a stop23 Dec 2026from $134
ChisinauPegasuswith a stop13 Nov 2026from $226
WarsawLOT Polish Airlinesdirect12 Dec 2026from $245
ViennaPegasuswith a stop30 Dec 2026from $258
BatumiTurkish Airlineswith a stop12 Nov 2026from $323

Baku: flights to the city

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