๐ฆ๐ฟ Yevlakh, Azerbaijan
Yevlakh Airport is a small public airport in central Azerbaijan with a single 2,400 x 40 m hard-surface runway 12/30 and tower plus ATIS frequencies published for the field. Current aerodrome databases classify it as a small airport and indicate that scheduled airline service is not active, which is a materially different picture from a generic passenger-terminal description.
Its value is geographic rather than commercial. Yevlakh sits on one of Azerbaijan's main east-west transport corridors between Baku and the western interior, so the airport is better understood as a standby regional aviation asset for state, charter, and occasional special-use traffic than as a regularly scheduled terminal.
That smaller, lower-profile role suits the airport's present reality. The site has runway and control infrastructure, but not the kind of dense published passenger product associated with the country's main gateways.
Yevlakh Airport serves Azerbaijan's central city of Yevlax, featuring a renovated terminal facility that reopened in 2013 under President Ilham Aliyev's modernization initiatives. International travelers typically connect through Baku for visa processing and customs clearance, as Yevlakh primarily handles domestic operations. Ground transportation to Yevlax city center requires pre-arranged taxis or private vehicles, as public transit connections are minimal. Flight schedules can be irregular, with services often adjusted based on seasonal demand and aircraft availability - confirm departure times well in advance.
The airport serves as a secondary hub for Azerbaijan's oil and agricultural regions, supporting business travel related to petroleum refining, cotton production, and textile manufacturing that drive Yevlax's economy. Located 53 feet above sea level in the Kur-Aras Lowland, the airport operates a single 2,520-meter runway capable of handling medium-sized aircraft, with a 30,800-square-meter apron and contemporary 105,000-square-meter terminal building. Weather-related delays increase during winter months due to fog and occasional snow, while summer dust storms from surrounding agricultural areas can impact visibility. The airport's strategic location provides access to historic sites including the ancient Yevlax Khan's palace and Ganja's cultural attractions within driving distance.
During summer months, temperatures exceed 35ยฐC, making air conditioning in waiting areas essential, while winter fog from nearby Kur River can cause delays. Limited amenities include basic passenger services, small cafรฉ facilities, and ground transportation coordination, but travelers should bring entertainment and snacks for extended waiting periods. Regional and domestic flights connect Yevlakh primarily to Baku's Heydar Aliyev International Airport, providing onward connections to European, Middle Eastern, and CIS destinations. Cargo operations support local textile exports and agricultural products, occasionally affecting passenger flight scheduling during peak harvest seasons.
โข Regional airport with sporadic service at this airport.
โข Arrange taxis ahead and check for schedule changes during holidays.
โข Check your flight status before leaving for the airport.
โข Allow extra time during peak travel periods at this airport.
โข Keep important documents easily accessible at this airport.
Minimum domestic connection:
30 minutes
International connections:
60 minutes
Interline transfers:
90 minutes
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Last updated: April 2026 | Data Source: IATA and other airline sites and resources