Round 15 · 2026
Azerbaijan Grand Prix 2026
Baku City Circuit
Baku, Azerbaijan · 24 Sept–26 Sept, 2026
The 2026 Azerbaijan Grand Prix 2026 has finished. The 2027 dates appear here as soon as F1 publishes next season's calendar; the travel guide below stays useful for next year.
By the F1 Weekend team · Sources: Formula 1 timetable (Jolpica F1 API)
Weekend Schedule
All sessions, times & timetable
Experiences
Curated activities for every session gap
Getting There
Transport, parking & gate times
Tips & FAQ
Weather, budget, tips & FAQ
Plan my weekend
Your sessions + things to do around them
Looking for things to do between sessions? Browse Baku F1 2026 experiences — curated activities matched to every session gap in the weekend.
Why Baku Is the Perfect F1 City
Baku offers one of the most unique and visually stunning backdrops on the Formula 1 calendar. Visiting for the Grand Prix allows you to witness the 'Land of Fire' at its most vibrant, where ultra-modern skyscrapers like the Flame Towers stand in stark contrast to the ancient, UNESCO-listed Old City (Icherisheher). The Baku City Circuit itself is a marvel of engineering, threading through narrow medieval streets before exploding onto the massive, 2.2km main straight along the Caspian Sea—the longest on the calendar. Beyond the track, Baku's hospitality is legendary, offering a sophisticated mix of Middle Eastern flair and European elegance. From world-class dining and a buzzing nightlife to the temperate September climate, the city transforms into a high-octane festival. It is the only place where you can watch 350km/h machinery fly past 12th-century fortress walls, making it a bucket-list destination for fans seeking a perfect blend of history, culture, and extreme speed.
Round
15 of 24
Dates
24 Sept–26 Sept
Circuit
Baku City Circuit
City
Baku, AZ
Turns
20 (12 left, 8 right)
Lap Record
1:43.009 (Charles Leclerc, 2019)
Circuit Length
6.003 km