Azerbaijan Airlines
AzerbaijanAbout the airline
Azerbaijan Airlines (J2/AHY) is the flag carrier and largest airline of Azerbaijan, based in Baku. Operating 57 destinations across Asia, the CIS region, and Europe, it serves as the primary international gateway for the country with a modern fleet of 49 aircraft.
Fleet
Azerbaijan Airlines, carrying IATA code J2 and ICAO code AHY, is the flag carrier of Azerbaijan and the country's largest airline. Founded in 1992, the carrier has grown into a significant regional player operating 57 destinations across Asia, the CIS nations, and Europe, making it a key hub for connections between Europe and Central Asia.
The airline operates from two main hubs: Baku-Heydar Aliyev International Airport, which serves as the primary international gateway, and Gyandzha Airport. This strategic positioning allows Azerbaijan Airlines to facilitate transit traffic and offer competitive routing for passengers traveling between Europe and Asia.
The fleet comprises 49 aircraft split between narrow-body and wide-body types, including Airbus A319, A320, A320neo, A321neo, and A340 models, alongside Boeing 737, 757, 767, 777, and 787 variants, as well as Embraer E-190 aircraft. This diverse fleet enables the airline to serve both short-haul regional routes and long-haul intercontinental services. Azerbaijan Airlines is an IATA member and operates a frequent flyer program called AZAL Miles.