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Gabala International Airport

Gabala, Azerbaijan
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935 ft
Elevation
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Azerbaijan's gateway to the scenic Greater Caucasus resort region.

Opened
2011
Location
Gabala, Azerbaijan
Gabala International Airport (IATA: GBB, ICAO: UBBQ) is a regional airport located near the town of Gabala in northwestern Azerbaijan, serving the surrounding mountain resort area popular with tourists and vacationers. The airport sits at an elevation of approximately 935 meters (3,068 feet) above sea level, reflecting the mountainous terrain of the region. The airport was developed to support tourism in Gabala, which is home to ski resorts, hotels, and recreational facilities that attract both domestic and international visitors. It handles a relatively modest volume of traffic, with scheduled and charter services connecting it to Baku and select international destinations. Gabala International Airport is operated under Azerbaijani civil aviation authority oversight and has seen periodic expansion of its route network in line with growing tourism interest in the region.
Terminals
The airport operates a single passenger terminal designed to handle the moderate tourist and leisure traffic typical of a regional resort gateway.
Getting to & from
Ground transport between Gabala International Airport and Gabala town centre is primarily available via taxi and private transfers, with the town approximately 8–10 kilometres from the airport.
Airlines here
Azerbaijan Airlines (AZAL) has operated routes to and from Gabala, connecting the airport to Baku's Heydar Aliyev International Airport and select international points.
Notable facts
  • ›The airport is situated at an elevation of roughly 935 metres (3,068 feet) above sea level.
  • ›Gabala is a prominent tourist destination in Azerbaijan, known for ski resorts and the Tufandag mountain complex.
  • ›The airport was built to support the growing tourism industry in the Gabala region.
  • ›Gabala has hosted the annual Gabala International Music Festival, which has increased visitor numbers to the region.
  • ›The runway and facilities were developed to accommodate both domestic and international charter flights.
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Route map (1 destinations)

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Airlines serving this airport

Ural Airlines
U6

Routes

GBB → DMEU6 · 320

Aircraft operating here

Airbus A3201 routes
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City & Place Guide

Mountain resort town blending ancient history with alpine adventure.

Gabala is a scenic district in northwestern Azerbaijan, nestled at the foothills of the Greater Caucasus Mountains. Once the ancient capital of Caucasian Albania, it now draws visitors with its lush forests, dramatic peaks, and modern resort infrastructure built around outdoor recreation.

The town has transformed into Azerbaijan's premier mountain tourism destination, offering skiing in winter, hiking and zip-lining in summer, and a growing number of hotels, spas, and cultural attractions year-round. Its cooler climate and verdant landscape offer a refreshing contrast to the lowland heat of Baku.

  • •Tufandag Mountain Resort — ski slopes and cable cars with panoramic Caucasus views.
  • •Nohur Lake — a tranquil reservoir surrounded by forest, ideal for picnics and boat rides.
  • •Gabalaland Amusement Park — family-friendly theme park with rides and entertainment.
  • •Yeddi Gözəl Waterfall — a picturesque seven-cascade waterfall reachable by forest trail.
  • •Gabala Archaeological Center — museum showcasing artifacts from the ancient Albanian capital.
  • •Shooting Club Gabala — a world-class sporting shooting complex popular with competitive visitors.

Getting around: Gabala is roughly 220 km from Baku, reachable by bus (about 4 hours) or shared taxi from Baku's Avtovagzal bus terminal. Within the district, taxis and private drivers are the main options; no public bus network serves tourist sites reliably. Tufandag Resort runs its own shuttle. Rideshare apps like Bolt have limited coverage, so pre-arranging a local driver through your hotel is advisable.

Best time: Late spring through early autumn (May–October) offers the best weather for hiking and outdoor activities, while December–February suits skiers and winter sports enthusiasts.

Local food: Try piti (slow-cooked lamb and chickpea stew served in clay pots), fresh river trout from local streams, and saj (meat and vegetables grilled on a convex iron plate) at Gabala's many countryside restaurants.

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