Sumgayit to Samara flights
Samara lies 1,403 km (872 mi) north of Sumgayit, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 33 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.
| Sumgayit | Samara | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Azerbaijan | Russia |
| Population | 427,000 | 1.2 million |
| Elevation | -11 m (-36 ft) | 107 m (351 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+4 (Asia/Baku) | UTC+4 (Europe/Samara) |
| Nearest large airport | GYD, 35 km out | KUF, 33 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Samara
Crossing from Azerbaijan into Russia: money changes from the Manat to the Ruble (RUB); the dialling code becomes +7; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q24233148.
Airports at each end
Leaving 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.
Arriving in Samara
Samara is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Kurumoch International Airport (KUF), 33 km (21 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,846 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kurumoch International Airport | KUF | 33 km (21 mi) | 9,846 ft | 477 ft |
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Staying in Samara
Our booking partner lists 54 places to stay in Samara. Of the 54 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (39), and 2 are five-star. Guests have left 312 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Samara from Sumgayit?
1,403 km (872 mi) in a straight line, north of Sumgayit.
How long does it take to get from Sumgayit to Samara by air?
About 2 h 33 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Sumgayit and Samara?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Sumgayit to Samara flights?
Typically Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD) to Kurumoch International Airport (KUF).
What currency do I need in Samara?
The Ruble (RUB).
Where can I stay in Samara?
Our booking partner lists 54 places to stay in Samara, bookable on this site.
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.