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Sumgayit: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

Sumgait, officially Sumqayit; ; is a city in Azerbaijan, located near the Caspian Sea, on the Absheron Peninsula, about 31 kilometres away from the capital Baku.

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Now in the citySumgayit+23°CClear night · sunrise 06:25 AMupdated 08:11 PM
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2 sources · As of September 19, 2026
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Safety · official adviceour data as of Sep 15, 2026
UK Foreign Office (FCDO)Avoid parts of the countryPart of the country is off limits entirely.
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Addition of information about visa procedures for visitors travelling to Azerbaijan in connection with the Formula 1 Azerbaijan Grand Prix (‘Entry requirements’ page).

US State DepartmentLevel 3Think twice before you travel; weigh the reasons below.
  • terrorism
  • armed conflict
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There was no change to the advisory level or risk indicators. Advisory summary and areas of increased risk were updated. Reconsider Travel to Azerbaijan due to terrorism, armed conflict, and risk of landmines. Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory.

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice · US Department of State Travel Advisory

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Getting hereOurAirports (public domain)
Heydar Aliyev International Airport GYD35 km from the centre
Gabala International Airport GBB166 km from the centre
Ardabil Airport ADU273 km from the centre

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