Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has officially launched direct flights between Lahore and Baku, Azerbaijan, with the inaugural flight PK-159 departing from Allama Iqbal International Airport on Sunday, April 20, 2025. The flight carried 174 passengers and was marked by a special ceremony attended by Federal Minister for Defence Khawaja Muhammad Asif, Azerbaijan’s Ambassador to Pakistan Khazar Farhadov, and other senior officials.

PIA will operate two weekly flights on this route, scheduled for Wednesdays and Sundays. Round-trip fares from Lahore start at USD 440, excluding applicable taxes.

✈️ Baku (Azerbaijan) flights resuming from 20th April, 2025

Alhamdulillah,
Twice-weekly direct flights between Lahore (LHE) and Baku (GYD) starting from 20th April, 2025.

📅 Operating Days: Every Wednesday and Sunday
✈️ Flight Numbers: PK159 – PK160

From Lahore (Incl. Islamabad / Karachi) Round Trip Fare starting from: USD 440/- (Exclusive of applicable Taxes).

Travel requirements:

  1. Return ticket
  2. Valid Visit visa (OK TO BOARD)
  3. Hotel booking
  4. Reasonable amount of cash as show money (minimum USD 500 per person)
  5. The work visa must be verified & endorsed by the protector’s office.

Bookings are now open!

Plan your journey and experience seamless travel between Lahore and Baku. Book your tickets today!

He said under Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s dynamic leadership, Pakistan’ economy is heading forward on the path of progress, after coming out of difficult times.

Meanwhile, PM Shehbaz expressed delight over the launch of PIA’s direct flights from Lahore to Baku. In a statement, he said the initiation of direct flights between Lahore and Baku would help promote the tourism sector.

The premier further said that the national carrier would soon start direct flights with other friendly countries as well.

Terming the development a significant diplomatic achievement for Pakistan, he said Azerbaijan is one of Pakistan’s closest friends in the region. He reiterated Pakistan’s commitment to fostering collaboration with Azerbaijan in tourism and other sectors.