Zaqatala Airport is about 8 km from the city center. Transport costs are low by international standards, but your options are limited at this small regional airport.
Current Prices in 2026
Prices in Azerbaijan Manat (AZN). 1 USD is approximately 1.70 AZN.
Pre-booked private transfer: 15-25 AZN ($9-15 USD) to Zaqatala center. This is the most reliable option. The price is agreed at booking.
Informal taxi: 10-20 AZN ($6-12 USD) to the center. Fares are negotiated with drivers outside the terminal. There are no meters. The price depends on your negotiating skill and whether drivers are competing for passengers.
Hotel pickup: Often included in your accommodation rate or available for a small fee. Many guesthouses in the region will collect you from the airport. Ask when booking your room.
No public transport operates from the airport. No bus, no minibus, no shared taxi service.
Costs to Nearby Towns
- Zaqatala city center: 10-20 AZN (10-15 min)
- Balakan: 20-35 AZN (25-35 min)
- Qax: 25-40 AZN (30-40 min)
- Sheki: 60-90 AZN (90-120 min)
- Mingachevir: 80-120 AZN (2-2.5 hours)
Cash is essential
Credit card acceptance is very limited in the Zaqatala region. Bring sufficient Manat in cash from Baku. There are no ATMs at the airport, and ATMs in Zaqatala city may not always be functional. If you forget, some hotel reception desks can provide limited exchange, but do not rely on this.
Value perspective
Transport from Zaqatala Airport is inexpensive. Even a private transfer at 25 AZN is under $15 USD. The cost is not the concern — availability is. Without advance planning, you may find no transport waiting at the airport. The few dollars spent on a pre-booked transfer or hotel pickup arrangement is the best travel investment you can make at ZTU.