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Located along the Caspian Sea, Azerbaijan’s capital Baku is a rising star in the East gaining notoriety for its oil, gas, and caviar. Baku is a city that attracts the attention people migrating from Asia and other countries in the region, and businessmen from all around the world. The city’s only airport is the Heydar Aliyev International Airport, named after the National Leader and third President of Azerbaijan. The airport serves 5 million passengers annually.

You can get to the airport, which is located 25 km away, from the city center by car or a combination of the metro and airport buses.

Airport Buses

The easiest and cheapest way to get to the airport from the city center is by airport bus. Bus line 116 departs from Vurgun Park, located in central Baku, and takes about 50 minutes to get to the airport.

Metro

The metro system in Baku provides transportation to many central locations in the city like the Old City, 28 May Street, and the Caspian Sea. However, to get to the airport from the city center you have to first take the metro and then get on a bus. From central locations in the city like the Old City, Cafer Cabbari, and Khatai you can take the metro to the 28 May and Koroglu stations. From here you can get on bus line 116, which runs to the airport or take a taxi to the airport.   

Personal Car

Since the city is rich in oil, fuel is cheap, making traveling by car a very attractive option. Getting to the city center from the airport is very easy. One of the city’s most important avenues, Heydar Aliyev Avenue will connect you to the Boyuk Shor Highway, which goes to the airport. From the highway take the Airport exit. The airport contains indoor and outdoor parking lots where you can park your personal car for a certain fee.

Airport Information

Although it is not very large Heydar Aliyev International Airport is an important junction, especially for passengers traveling between Europe and Asia. The airport offers passengers a variety of eating, drinking, and shopping venues.

The airport has 2 terminals, Terminal 1, which was completely renovated, and Terminal 2, which serves domestic flights. The airport contains world famous fast food chains like Burger King, McDonald’s, and KFC, as well as restaurants that offer delicious flavors unique to Azerbaijani cuisine.

The international terminal has a large Duty Free shop as well as souvenir shops where you can buy items unique to Russian and Azeri culture. The airport features free wireless internet connection. 

Benito Juarez International Airport is located 10 km from downtown Mexico City. There are a variety of transportation alternatives available to get to the city from the airport. You can get to the city center from the airport by public transportation, such as the metro and metrobus, as well as other transportation alternatives like taxis, shuttles, and rental cars. 

Public Transportation

Public transportation alternatives, like the metro and metrobus, provide convenient and quick transportation from the airport to almost every part of the city. Metro Line 5 departs from the Terminal Aerea Station, which is a short distance from the airport. Metro Line 5 provides transportation to the city and access to other metro lines and bus stops. From Mexico City International Airport the fee for the metro is 3 pesos.

Metrobus Line 4 provides transportation directly from the airport to the city center. The metrobus is accessible from Terminal 1 and Terminal 2. The metrobus passes by major stops along the way where passengers can transfer to the metro or regional buses. From Mexico City International Airport the fee for the metrobus is 30 pesos per person, per ride. Keep in mind that the metro and metrobus can get quite crowded, especially during rush hour. If you have excess luggage public transportation can be a troublesome alternative. For more information on the metro and metrobus routes please visit Mexico City International Airport’s website.

Taxi

Taxis are a more expensive options when compared to public transportation but they are more comfortable and convenient. Taxis fares are affordable in general. Taxis are easily accessible at the terminal exits of the airport. First, passengers must purchase a taxi ticket from the taxi ticket counters inside the terminal buildings. Taxis are available 24 hours a day, every day of the week. For more information on authorized taxis and rates please visit Mexico City International Airport’s website.

Shuttle Services

Shuttle services provide comfortable transportation to the city center from Mexico City International Airport. Taking a shuttle service ensures a reliable ride so you can sit back and relax on your way to the city. Shuttle services are both an affordable and quick transportation alternative. For more information on shuttle services please visit Mexico City International Airport’s website.

Rental Car

Renting a car is another convenient method of transportation to get to the city center from Mexico City International Airport, especially since the airport is located in such close proximity to the city. There are various rental car companies located at the airport. You can also book your vehicle in advance by making a reservation online. Renting a car is also a great option for getting around in the city and the surrounding areas during you trip.