Rent a Car in Baku Center

Central Baku offers 16 rental companies and is the perfect starting point for exploring Azerbaijan by rental car. Pick up your car near Fountains Square or along Nizami Street and drive straight into adventure. From central Baku, you can reach the country's main attractions within a day's drive.

Central Baku stretches along the Caspian Sea with Fountains Square as its commercial hub. From here, it's 65 km (1 hour) south to Gobustan National Park with volcanoes and rock carvings. Sheki, one of the country's most beautiful cities with caravanserais, is located 300 km northwest (3.5 hours).

The airport GYD is reached in 30 km (35 minutes). Avoid driving in central Baku during rush hour (07:30–09:30 and 17:30–19:30) – traffic can be intense. Choose a car with GPS or download offline maps for Azerbaijan, as road signs sometimes lack Latin transliteration.

Fill up with fuel in Baku before heading to the countryside – gas stations can be sparse. Where are the car rental offices in central Baku? The offices are spread throughout central Baku, often near major hotels along Nizami Street and around Fountains Square.

Your booking confirmation provides the exact address. Can I pick up the car in the center and return it at the airport? Yes, one-way rental between central Baku and GYD airport is offered by several companies, often for an additional fee.

What type of car is recommended for exploring Azerbaijan from Baku? An SUV or a car with good ground clearance is recommended if you plan to visit mountain regions such as Quba or Lahıc. For coastal trips, a regular sedan will suffice.

We compare prices from all major providers at Baku Center so you can see the total cost upfront - including insurance, fuel terms and any extras. Most bookings include free cancellation up to 48 hours before pickup, giving you flexibility if your plans change.