Aleppo to Sumgayit flights
Sumgayit lies 1,193 km (741 mi) north-east of Aleppo, +1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 17 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Aleppo | Sumgayit | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Syria | Azerbaijan |
| Population | 2.1 million | 427,000 |
| Elevation | 401 m (1,316 ft) | -11 m (-36 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Asia/Damascus) | UTC+4 (Asia/Baku) |
| Nearest large airport | ALP, 6 km out | GYD, 35 km out |
Clocks in Sumgayit are 1 h ahead of Aleppo right now, so a 2 h 17 min journey lands 3 h 17 min later by the destination clock.
What changes when you arrive in Sumgayit
Crossing from Syria into Azerbaijan: money changes from the Pound to the Manat (AZN); sockets are Euro, Schuko; the dialling code becomes +994; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648794.
Airports at each end
Leaving Aleppo
Aleppo is served by 3 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Aleppo International Airport (ALP), 6 km (4 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,547 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Gaziantep Oğuzeli International Airport (GZT, 88 km), Hatay Airport (HTY, 80 km).
Arriving in Sumgayit
Sumgayit is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD), 35 km (22 mi) from the centre, whose 13,123-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heydar Aliyev International Airport | GYD | 35 km (22 mi) | 13,123 ft | 10 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Sumgayit from Aleppo?
1,193 km (741 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Aleppo.
How long does it take to get from Aleppo to Sumgayit by air?
About 2 h 17 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Aleppo and Sumgayit?
Sumgayit is 1 h ahead at the moment (Asia/Baku against Asia/Damascus).
Which airports are used for Aleppo to Sumgayit flights?
Typically Aleppo International Airport (ALP) to Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD).
What currency do I need in Sumgayit?
The Manat (AZN).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.